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
Strawberries are a delicious and rewarding crop to grow in the home garden. As a perennial fruit, strawberry plants will return and produce fruit year after year when cared for properly. An important part of caring for strawberries is knowing when to transplant them to maintain healthy, productive plants. With a little planning and preparation, … Read more
This blog post is about my favorite (and perhaps weird) way of storing dahlia tubers. I’ll talk about how I dig up my dahlias, how most people store their tubers for the winter, and how this strange method works below. Dahlias are amazing. They bloom all summer, from the beginning of summer (usually in July … Read more
People have liked camellias for thousands of years. They liked them so much that they were planted in the gardens of aristocrats and allowed to decorate the grounds of old temples, where Shinto gods were thought to live among the flowers. Because they have been in love for so long, these plants have been bred … Read more
I want to put decorative stone down instead of mulch around our house when the snow melts and the weather gets warmer. My big question is whether I should remove all the mulch before putting down stone, or if I can put stone right on top of the mulch. I’m worried that over time, the … Read more
Mulberry trees are deciduous fruiting trees that produce edible berries over an extended harvest season in summer and fall. With their fast growth rate and modest size, mulberry trees are suitable for many home landscapes. But exactly how big do mulberry trees get at maturity? There are several factors that influence the ultimate height and … Read more
Lettuce love being grown in raised beds because the open soil structure is ideal for them. They also are not particularly picky about feeding as long as minimal feeds are given. But for good lettuces to grow, they need a lot of water and a spot that keeps them out of direct sunlight from early … Read more