Hostas are some of the most popular perennials for shady gardens, thanks to their wide variety of foliage colors, textures, and sizes. But while hostas are grown primarily for their leaves, many varieties also produce beautiful blooms on tall flower scapes in summer. If you want to add some punchy color to your hosta collection, … Read more
Displaying houseplants on window sills is a great way to bring natural beauty inside while caring for your plant babies. But keeping pots lined up on the ledge can look cluttered. This is where window sill plant shelves come in handy! These clever shelves attach securely to your window frame and create an organized display … Read more
It is important to know what can affect your fiddle leaf fig. Learn more about seasonal changes that can hurt your fiddle leaf fig. This time of year, the seasons are changing in most places. If you’re in the northern hemisphere, you’re well into autumn. If you’re in the southern hemisphere, you’re enjoying spring and … Read more
Are you sick of art that is so dull it makes beige look bright? Get ready for a bloomin’ revolution of botanical brilliance! More on this subject: Check out our very popular post about the coolest nature wall art right here. Read on to learn more about this flowery trend and how to pick out … Read more
Top dressing, which is also sometimes called compost top dressing, is a common way to make your lawn healthier. Golf course turf pros say that adding top dressing to your lawn care routine is the best way to make it look lush. Adding a thin layer of nutrient-rich compost to your lawn or areas of … Read more
Green caterpillars are one of the most noticeable (and often unwanted) garden guests. They like to eat the leaves of many ornamental and edible trees, shrubs, and plants. Most caterpillars are safe for people to touch, but some may itch if they are, or even spit acid to defend themselves. That’s why you should identify … Read more
Gardeners take delight in the rainbow of colors that iris flowers bring to the landscape in late spring and early summer As the weeks go by, the showy blooms fade away But your work with irises doesn’t end when those lovely flowers disappear. Pay attention to what happens after bloom time – seed pods will … Read more
Tulips: the very name conjures up s of vibrant colors, graceful shapes, and the heralding of spring. These iconic flowers have captured the hearts and imaginations of gardeners and artists alike. But tulips are also interesting because they make people wonder: How long do they bloom? What affects their blooming period? Can you make them … Read more
It’s a fact: staghorn ferns are stunning. When put on a board, wrapped in old burlap, and hung on the wall, these plants are real works of art. There are dozens of species of staghorn ferns, and until recently, they were quite rare. Now, though, because the species Platycerium bifurcatum is native to Australia and … Read more
Mealybugs are a group name for hundreds of different kinds of bugs. About 300 of them live in North America. The mealybugs hurt plants by sucking up the juice from new growth, so luckily it is possible to learn how to get rid of them and stop or lessen an infestation. Mealybugs are small, oval … Read more