Take a quick black garlic internet tour and it is quickly clear. A lot of people are talking about black garlic and much of the information is conflicting. But one thing everyone agrees on: the flavor is nearly indescribable and the culinary possibilities endless. Descriptions include tastes of dark caramel, chocolate, hints of balsamic vinegar, … Read more
Statice blooms are easy to grow, attract beneficial pollinators, and are known for their long-lasting and colorful blooms. If you live in a mild-winter area, it may even become a short-lived perennial. In addition, statice is on many florists’ lists of favorite filler flowers. In this blog, I’ll show you how to grow statice from … Read more
If you’ve noticed the fronds of your parlor palm turning brown, don’t panic! This is a common issue that can be easily fixed with a few simple adjustments to your care routine. As a long-time parlor palm owner myself, I’ve dealt with those frustrating brown tips but was able to get my plant thriving again. … Read more
But you don’t have to move to the South to have a fig tree. Most of them only do well in USDA zones 7 and up. You can grow your own fresh figs even if you live in the North! First, choose the types that can handle cold weather the best. Celeste Fig, Brown Turkey … Read more
With its delicate pink bell flowers and sweet fragrance, pink lily of the valley is a delightful old-fashioned perennial. This shade-loving plant thrives as a carefree groundcover and also works nicely in containers. Read on for tips on growing and caring for pink lily of the valley in your garden. Overview of Pink Lily of … Read more
With its pungent, woodsy flavor, oregano has become a staple in dishes ranging from pizza to roasted vegetables Both fresh and dried oregano add depth and zest to recipes Fortunately, oregano is also one of the easiest herbs to grow at home, making it readily available for culinary use. However, there is some confusion around … Read more
Orchids are stunning tropical epiphytes that grow on trees in their natural rainforest habitat. By mounting orchids on palm trees, we can recreate a bit of that tropical magic at home. The sight of graceful orchids clinging to the trunks of palm trees is eye-catching and exotic. In this article, we’ll look at how to … Read more
If you’ve noticed some unexpected roots growing above the soil on your fiddle leaf fig, you’re not alone. Many ficus lyrata owners discover aerial roots appearing on their plants. While it may look concerning, it’s actually a natural growth habit of this species. Read on to find out why your fiddle leaf fig is sprouting … Read more
I inherited this plant when my mother died. My husband says its a schefflera and has been watering it as if it were. It is not doing well – really drooping and yellowing, leaves falling off, trunk has rotted in places. Though he might give it a drink once or twice a week, my husband … Read more
May night salvia (Salvia x sylvestris ‘Mainacht’) is a popular perennial loved for its rich violet-blue flower spikes that bloom heavily in late spring through summer. While often grown in gardens, this salvia also thrives beautifully in pots making it easy to feature its vivid blossoms on porches patios, and in container designs. Follow these … Read more