Victoria and Barney Martin of Stokesay Flowers give their advice on growing roses for cutting. Words: Kendra Wilson, photographs Jason Ingram. Around ten years ago, Victoria and Barney Martin leased a one-acre walled garden at Stokesay Court near Ludlow in Shropshire. They are now famous for the beautiful roses and cut flowers they grow there. … Read more
Zesty zucchini is a summer squash that keeps giving in the garden—just one plant can produce up to 10 pounds of squash! Plus, zucchini is simple to grow, grows quickly, beats weeds easily, and doesn’t need much care. But zucchini is a warm-season crop that really can’t handle the cold. This makes spring plantings a … Read more
Opinions on how to prune deciduous fruit trees are innumerable. I have just one: Keep your tree small. If you want your tree to bear fruit and you want to pick and eat that fruit, I think this is the best thing you can do. A small tree’s fruit is easy to pick. In fact, … Read more
If you want a one-of-a-kind fall decoration, pumpkin on a stick plants are a must-see. They are easy to grow from seeds in your garden or a pot. The most intriguing fact about these miniature pumpkin-look-alikes is that they are ornamental eggplants. Plant pumpkin on a stick in the spring. It grows like other eggplants … Read more
This wreath did not cost me anything to make and I love the way it turned out! Putting together all of my front door porch decor for Christmas only cost me $10, which makes me happy too. I love free decor and finding new uses for things I already have. I used pine branches to … Read more
Some plants—especially climbing plants like monsteras—don’t just grow roots under the surface of the soil. Also, these plants have aerial roots, which are roots that grow above the ground and near the top of the plant. Discover all the facts you need to know about monstera aerial roots to keep your plant healthy and happy. … Read more
Willows come in more than 300 different species. Some species are known for their beautiful catkins, which are also called “pussy willow” flowers. Other species have ornamental stems and attractive gray-green leaves. It’s the male plants that put on a show in spring, with pollen-laden catkins attracting early bees. However, some species are cultivated for … Read more
If you want to get rid of weeds and diseases in your lawn or make it look better, topdressing might be the answer. This simple lawn care technique can turn your struggling landscape into a showstopper. What you need to topdress your lawn, how to do it, the benefits, and when you should finish this … Read more
Q: I love gladioli and would like to have some of my own in my plot. However, as it is a paved courtyard, I would have to grow them in containers. Is this possible, and if so, are there any tips I need to know before I get started?. Yes, structural gladioli with their big … Read more
Garlic and onions are two of the most popular allium crops grown in home vegetable gardens. They add tremendous flavor to meals and offer great health benefits too. But timing is everything when it comes to planting garlic and onions. Get it right, and you’ll be rewarded with large, flavorful bulbs. Miss the ideal window, … Read more