Tropical plants have a special place in my heart. Even though it’s not hot, sticky, or sultry where I garden, that doesn’t stop me from buying a bougainvillea or some other tropical plant to use outside. The plants thrive in summer but have to be moved indoors in the cooler season. Dipladenia, a favorite, is … Read more
As a home gardener, nothing stings more than putting in months of tender loving care only to have your ripening tomato crop devoured by stealthy rats. While these resourceful rodents can outwit many deterrents, with some clever strategies you can beat them at their own game and protect your precious tomatoes. Below I’ll share tips … Read more
Dahlias are a great summer flower because they bloom for a long time and come in many shapes and sizes. In fact, the less you cut them back, the more they bloom, which means that your hard work pays off almost right away. Because they go with almost any color scheme, they’re a breath of … Read more
Brussels sprouts are a delicious and nutritious vegetable that have become increasingly popular in recent years However, most people only see these cute little cabbages in their finished form – cleaned, trimmed, and ready to eat The actual brussels sprouts plant from which these mini cabbages grow is really quite beautiful, but not something that … Read more
Can You Eat Wild Sweet Peas? Separating Fact from Fiction Sweet peas are a beloved garden flower but did you know there are wild varieties that are also edible? Wild sweet peas grow all over North America and can be a tasty addition to your foraging repertoire. However rumors persist that you should avoid eating … Read more
Alocasia is a genus from the family Araceae. Native to subtropical and tropical Asia and Eastern Australia, there are over 90 accepted species of Alocasia. Commonly known as Elephant Ear, these plants are widely cultivated as ornamental plants worldwide. Many people collect plants because of their beautiful, sometimes big, leaves. This makes them one of … Read more
As a passionate gardener and coffee drinker, have you ever wondered if you could use spent coffee grounds as fertilizer for rhododendrons? The acid-loving shrubs certainly like acidic soil, and coffee grounds are acidic too. But is this kitchen waste actually beneficial for rhodies or not? While the idea of repurposing coffee grounds sounds appealing, … Read more
Walk into any commercial kitchen or backyard BBQ setup, and you’re likely to spot a grubby looking tan brick near the grill. This seemingly unassuming item is actually one of the hardest working kitchen tools around. But what exactly is a grill brick made of and why is it a grill master’s secret weapon? In … Read more
With its abundant sprays of brilliant reddish-orange trumpet blooms and vigorous growth habit Campsis ‘Madame Galen’ makes a dramatic statement in the summer garden. This trouble-free trumpet vine puts on a spectacular floral display that brightens fences arbors, and more. In this article, we’ll explore what makes this hybrid creeper so eyecatching and examine how … Read more
Check here to see if The Home Depot® or your Local Garden Center is carrying leafjoy®. Houseplants add a living touch to indoor decor, helping to cleanse the air and lift the spirits. You can be a good plant parent even if you don’t have a green thumb if you choose easy houseplants. All plants … Read more