No three words are more terrifying to a snake parent than YOU’VE GOT MITES. (If it makes you feel any better, it’s a common problem that plagues many-a-snake-lover. ). If you look at snakes and see mites, you need to act quickly because a full infestation can mean thousands of mites. So without delay, read … Read more
Impatiens are popular annual flowering plants that can add a pop of color to any garden. With their bright blooms available in a wide range of hues, it’s no wonder they are so beloved. But many gardeners who share their yards with dogs rightly wonder – are impatiens poisonous to canines? Let’s take a look … Read more
The beautiful Philodendron Pink Princess is the perfect plant for plant lovers who want to add a touch of class to their home. With its unique variegated foliage, this plant is sure to captivate anyone who lays eyes on it. We will talk about everything you need to know to take care of your Philodendron … Read more
As shown in the photo, dahlias attract insects, some of which are harmful to the dahlia. Dahlias are also subject to several diseases which are described below. This is a picture of Crown Gall on a stored tuber. The tuber didn’t show any physical signs until it started to shoot. Brown spots appearing on dahlia … Read more
Woodworkers and artisans often seek out evergreen trees that produce pliable wood ideal for bending, shaping, and carving. One iconic species known for its flexible timber is the yew tree. In this article, we’ll explore the characteristics of yew and survey other desirable options when a bendable, workable evergreen wood is needed. Yew – The … Read more
Putting a lot of time and work into your vegetable garden only to have pests or diseases destroy it is the worst feeling in the world. Well, I totally understand because the same thing happened to me with my squash and it got blossom end rot. This issue inspired me to write this article in … Read more
Early this week, I showed you my holiday-themed green and red kitchen. I also showed you a wreath I made especially for this year. When I worked with Tree Classics this holiday season, they let me pick out some things I wanted to try. I asked them to send me a huge box of red … Read more
I got ready to till the soil over and found 5 Allium bulbs growing. Has anyones bulbs emerged? They are definitely not waiting for the Forsythia to bloom. Related Stories. Allium is a genus of flowering plants that includes over 700 species, including the culinary favorites like onions, garlic, leeks, chives and shallots When these … Read more
Aloe striatula, now named Aloiampelos striatula, is commonly known as Hardy Aloe or Striped-stemmed Aloe. It’s a large evergreen multibranched shrub with an upright form that slowly spreads into a rounded mass. Long, spiky, dark green succulent leaves spiral around its striped stem forming rosettes. At the end of spring, lovely yellow tube-shaped flowers that … Read more
Bright red flowers bloom from late spring to fall; great for containers or the garden; lasts a long time; 12–14 inches tall; winter hardiness zones 7–9; plug Photo Credit Growing Colors. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds love them! Plants that do best in full sun and well-drained soil and don’t mind being eaten by deer or … Read more