Siberian irises (Iris sibirica) are herbaceous perennial plants prized for their graceful, lush foliage and stunning blooms in shades of blue, purple, white and yellow. Native to central and eastern Europe, they are hardy in USDA zones 3-9 and can thrive for years in the garden if their needs are met. However, mature clumps will … Read more
Want to make some fun crafts with your kids in the garden or out in nature? Here are some ideas for outdoors crafts and crafts to do with nature. While we plant flowers and vegetables and read gardening books, we also like to be creative in the garden and around our outdoor living areas. We … Read more
Transform your Angel Wing Begonia into a flourishing showpiece with timely pruning secrets for unstoppable blooms. With their elegant, cascading branches covered in delicate flowers, angel wing begonias (Begonia x coccinea) are prized houseplants But without occasional pruning, these beautiful plants can become leggy and sparse Pruning encourages fuller, bushier new growth and more prolific … Read more
I have always enjoyed crabapples during late summer early fall. They can be a little sour, but they make a good snack if you find them in the woods while you’re exploring. Crabapples are a wild apple variety that is typically smaller than those sold in grocery stores. They’re usually less than 2 inches in … Read more
Dahlias are absolutely stunning flowers that can add a dramatic pop of color to any garden. With their showy, brightly colored blooms that come in a diverse range of shapes and sizes it’s no wonder dahlias have become a gardener favorite. However, in order to get the most out of your dahlias proper care is … Read more
If you want to grow a cut flower garden this year but don’t know what to plant… Okay, let’s get right to the beginning. I’ve helped a lot of people make their dream gardens come true. A cut flower garden is a special place where flowers are grown and picked so they can be put … Read more
Some types of wildflower seeds will sprout more quickly if you do a little extra work before planting them, but most of them can be spread out on bare ground. Morning Glory, Lupine, Sweet Pea, and other seeds have very hard shells that you can see just by looking at them. If you want these … Read more
Banana plants, like all living things, give signals when they need a little TLC. Heres how to spot the SOS. With their huge, lush leaves and sweet fruit, banana trees add a tropical vibe to any landscape. However, without occasional pruning, banana trees can look unkempt and become less productive. Properly pruning your banana tree … Read more
Timothy hay is a common forage crop that is grown all over the world and fed to horses and other animals. This is a good grass that is full of fiber and nutrients, making it perfect for animals that need to eat a lot of fiber. Timothy hay needs to be cut, ted, and raked. … Read more
Companion planting is a practice thats been used in gardening since the dawn of agriculture. Simply put, companion planting is growing plants near other plants that benefit each other in various ways. Some companion plants help deter insects and other pests from their vulnerable companions. Other companion plants can reduce the risk of fungal, bacterial, … Read more