Can Daylilies grow well in pots? The answer is yes. Container-grown Daylilies can add lush greenery and striking blooms to a balcony or patio. Daylilies in a pot need a little more care than plants in the ground, but they are still very easy to take care of. When the flowers open, you’ll know all … Read more
Revive your yellowing Birds Nest Fern and bring back its vibrant green glory with expert tips. As an indoor plant parent, few sights make your heart drop like noticing those once-vibrant green fronds fading to yellow. It’s like watching a close friend get sick – you want to nurture them back to health as quickly … Read more
Onions are an important part of almost every kitchen because they are the base for many savory dishes around the world. You can easily grow these alliums at home, and it will cost you even less than buying them on the store. You can grow onions in pots on your porch, patio, or fire escape … Read more
In the pursuit of a lush, green lawn, the quality of topsoil used can make all the difference. This complete guide to topsoil talks about the main features and types of topsoil and gives you ideas on how to choose the best topsoil for different lawn care situations. This guide is meant to give you … Read more
The elegantly weeping mimosa tree Albizia julibrissin, is prized for its frothy pink flowers and delicate foliage. However its aggressive spreading roots and abundant seed pods make mimosa an invasive plant in many areas. For those seeking the aesthetic of mimosa without the headaches, many exquisite alternatives exist. Here are some of the top plants … Read more
I will always say that the rhubarb I buy from my stand at the Saint-Malo farmers’ market is of higher quality, but I’ve never been happy with its color. The stalks, while reddish at the base are, and cook up, mostly green. This makes for some pretty ugly jams and compotes, because the green, cooked … Read more
Often it is from over- or under-watering or not have enough sun, etc. Yes, your plant will die after it blooms. That’s what I want to talk about today. Your response: “What? I didn’t kill it; I just got it to flower, and now you’re telling me it’s going to die?” Air plants are touted … Read more
String of Pearls was one of the first plants I bought when I became interested in keeping plants as pets. Whats not to love about those cute round green peas? They make you happy just looking at them. Like something out of Dr Suess. However String of Pearls was also one of the first and … Read more
Overwintering mums is possible. Many gardeners treat mums (officially Chrysanthemums) as annuals because they think they are at best a finicky perennial. But this doesn’t have to be the case. With just a little winter care for mums, these fall beauties can come back year after year. Keep reading to learn more about how to … Read more
Pansies, like many perennials, don’t like wet feet. They do better in the fall and winter than in the summer, when most plants do poorly because it rains a lot. S. People who live in areas that get a lot of rain may be wondering if pansies can grow in pots since they like well-drained … Read more