Gardeners nurture tomato plants above ground, watching stems lengthen and fruits ripen. But an equally important process unfolds underground as roots spread seeking water and nutrients. So just how far down do tomato roots extend? Read on to understand their growth habit. Tomato Rooting Habits Tomato roots exhibit a wide, shallow growth pattern The bulk … Read more
Maintaining a neat, trimmed lawn up to the edge of a fence can be tricky. Long grass and weeds can easily grow along a fence line, creating an unsightly mess in your yard. Trimming and edging the grass neatly along a fence takes some work, but with the right tools and techniques, you can get … Read more
Camellias are prized for their elegant blooms and lush greenery. Pink camellias with cheerful yellow centers provide an extra pop of contrast and visual interest. This article explores some beautiful pink and yellow camellia varieties perfect for gardens across the South. Overview of Camellias with Bi-Color Blooms While many camellias feature solid pink, red, or … Read more
Get rid of brown spots on your Dwarf Umbrella Tree with these tried-and-true tips for taking care of a lush, healthy plant. The umbrella plant, also known as Schefflera or octopus tree, is admired for its glossy evergreen foliage and gracefully arching stems. However, despite being relatively easy to care for, umbrella plants are prone … Read more
Many home gardeners and DIYers who want to save money are always looking for cheaper ways to grow plants for their gardens and homes. One way to do this might be to make your own potting soil instead of buying it already made at home improvement and garden stores. Even though buying the base ingredients … Read more
Pilea peperomioides is a popular houseplant with coin-shaped leaves that looks nice and is easy to take care of. It is also known as the pancake plant, the Chinese money plant, the coin plant, or the UFO plant. This flowering perennial is in the nettle family (Urticaceae). It comes from southern China and grows naturally … Read more
Burning bush (Euonymus alatus) is a deciduous shrub that has been very popular in North American landscaping. The dense, multi-stemmed, round shrub gets its name from the bright red leaves that turn from medium-green elliptical shapes in the fall. Burning bush grows slowly, adding about a foot of growth each year, and needs full sun. … Read more
With their elegant, dangling bell-shaped flowers, coral bells (Heuchera) are captivating perennials that brighten up any garden with texture and color The good news is that these charismatic plants can be readily grown from seeds with a bit of knowledge and patience In this comprehensive guide, you’ll learn expert tips and techniques for successfully propagating … Read more
Peonies are prized ornamental plants in gardens across North America. Their large, lush blooms in shades of pink red white, and yellow appear in late spring and early summer. However, peony enthusiasts may sometimes notice unwelcome black spots marring the beauty of the leaves. In this article we’ll explore the common causes of black spots … Read more
I’ve been talking to head gardener and garden consultant, Steve Edney, whose family have grown dahlias for generations. And he only gardens organically, so his advice is chemical-free. See here for Steve’s advice on choosing and growing dahlias. Firstly, he says that pest control is now about balance not eradication. As gardeners, we know that … Read more