Mulch is a great addition to any garden or yard. It helps retain moisture prevents weeds and gives your landscape an attractive, finished look. However, mulch also tends to attract cats who like to dig in it and use it as their own personal litter box. If neighborhood cats are treating your mulch like their … Read more
Gardeners growing tiger lilies may notice peculiar black bulb-shaped structures forming along the stems between the leaves. These odd growths often cause confusion leaving plant parents wondering – are they some kind of disease? A pest infestation? Or are they actually seeds? Read on to uncover the truth about these enigmatic black blobs. What Are … Read more
With its stately presence and abundance of fragrant yellow blooms in spring the Elizabeth magnolia is truly one of the most regal trees you can grow. When mature, an Elizabeth magnolia reaches its full magnificence and becomes a stunning focal point in any landscape. An Overview of Elizabeth Magnolias The Elizabeth magnolia (Magnolia x ‘Elizabeth’) … Read more
It’s no secret that broccoli, Brassica oleracea var. italica, is one of the most common home garden plants in cultivation. But did you know that the part of the broccoli plant we eat is made up of thousands of tiny blooms that haven’t opened yet? If you wait until the broccoli plant is fully grown … Read more
If youve found yourself asking, “Why is my cordyline dying?” dont worry, youre not alone. People sometimes have trouble with cordyline plants, which are also called ti plants or Hawaiian ti plants. They need special care to do well. This article will talk about what cordyline plants are, the most common problems they can have, … Read more
This is how we’ve changed the way we fold our towels to make our bathrooms feel more like spas; trust us, it’s magic. We’ve also turned to our gardens to relieve stress. Garden Gate says that taking care of our perennial, annual, and vegetable gardens can be good for our mental health, immune systems, and … Read more
Climbing roses are beautiful additions to any garden. Their vines can cover fences, arbors, and trellises with an abundance of fragrant blooms. To get started growing these stunning plants, you’ll need to find some high-quality climbing rose seeds for sale. With so many options online, it can be tricky to determine which are the best … Read more
For eight years, The Rodale Institute and the USDA-ARS have worked together to create an On-Farm AM Fungus Inoculum Production System. This system would allow more farmers to benefit from the environmental and economic benefits of mycorrhizae. Over the years, our tests have mostly been about finding a cheap way to do things and finding … Read more
Neil Miller is in charge of gardening at Hever Castle. Daffodils are a beloved spring flower that brighten up gardens and landscapes with their cheerful yellow and white blooms. As the flowers begin to fade in late spring, many gardeners wonder if they should deadhead, or remove the spent blooms. Here’s what you need to … Read more
Heuchera is a versatile perennial, with attractive foliage and bell-shaped flowers. They come in many colors and shapes, are interesting in all four seasons, and bloom for a long time. They are also called coral bells. Grow them in a shade garden or in pots. Buy heuchera plants – Browse 22 types of heuchera and … Read more