Azaleas are prized for their colorful spring blooms and lush evergreen foliage But sometimes these popular shrubs outgrow their space or you want to relocate them to a new area of your landscape If you need to transplant an existing azalea bush, timing is critical for success. So when exactly is the best time to … Read more
Looking to add an elegant, graceful tree to your property? Consider the weeping beech! This stunning specimen is sure to become the focal point of any landscape with its cascading canopy of leaves and smooth, shimmering bark. In this article, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about weeping beech trees and how to find … Read more
For continuous color in the landscape, few plants rival verbena. This low-maintenance annual or perennial needs little supplemental care, yet rewards with months of bloom. There are many happy colors of verbena flowers, such as red, pink, apricot, lavender, purple, blue, white, and bicolor. Plants that grow in mounds, trails, or straight up have clusters … Read more
A bright green parsley plant can instantly elevate a dish, but yellow, wilted leaves are an unwelcome sight. If your parsley is turning yellow, don’t discard it just yet. With a little detective work, you can get to the root of the problem and nurse your herb back to health. Here are the most common … Read more
A new, excited gardener wrote to me about goutweed, also known as ground elder or bishop’s weed, which is a tough customer. I had goutweed growing under cedars and along my fenceline about 20 years ago, in Maple Ridge. It likes to be in shady places, and some ornamental types are really pretty. The leaves … Read more
Raspberries are a favorite choice among fruit gardeners. They are delicious and packed with health benefits. These bright little fruits come from the Rubus genus in the Rosaceae family. They are full of fiber, antioxidants, and vitamin C. There are different kinds, like red, black, purple, and golden ones. Each one gives your garden its … Read more
Plant lovers love hanging succulents with stems that trail, vine, or cascade. These plants look great in hanging baskets or pots. Hanging succulents are low maintenance and hard to kill since they don’t need frequent watering. From a hanging succulent planter or a basket, they can hang over the sides, grow in a mound over … Read more
If you already like plants and grow a lot of different kinds, you may know that there are many reasons to grow succulents. It’s easy to become fond of this kind of plant. Yet, you might not have discovered ALL the benefits of succulents. There are so many benefits to growing these plants that it’s … Read more
Lets get back to tips for building an awesome home garden. The girls and I were in line at Starbucks the other day when we saw a bin full of silver bags and a sign that said “Used Coffee Grounds Bags.” for free. Always in search of a “good deal” we grabbed a bag and … Read more
Installing turf on a flat, level landscape is straightforward enough But when faced with an angled or hilly slope, successfully laying sod can seem daunting. Don’t let the incline intimidate you! With some adaptable techniques and smart preparation, you can create a lush, even lawn on sloped ground Below I’ll share my best tips for … Read more