This lacey white perennial is popular for a good reason: it’s strong enough to handle heavy rain but light enough to give your yard a delicate look. It’s an easygoing plant that soaks up full sun and attracts plenty of butterflies from summer to fall. Why we love it: Shasta daisies look good in almost … Read more
Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air. It is the gaseous state of water. The more water evaporates in the air, the higher humidity. For some plants, high humidity is a death sentence. If you like succulents and want to put some in your bathroom but aren’t sure if they’ll make it, … Read more
Succulent terrariums are a fun and creative way to display beautiful succulents in your home or office. These mini indoor gardens are easy to assemble and care for, providing a slice of nature in your living space. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through everything you need to know to create your own stunning succulent … Read more
Black Lace® elderberry is the trademarked commercial form of a single black elderberry cultivar, Sambucus nigra Eva. It is often used as an ornamental shrub in landscaping, but if you want to eat the berries, it’s not the best choice. These plants are very pretty, and their namesake leaves are just that—lacey (deeply lobed) and … Read more
Rhododendrons are beautiful flowering shrubs that can live for decades when properly cared for. However, sometimes rhododendrons outgrow their space or the soil conditions change over time, making it necessary to transplant them to a new location. Replanting a rhododendron bush is not difficult, but does require some planning and care to help the plant … Read more
This is what a fern usually looks like at the end of summer. spilling out over the edges, lush and green. In a normal home, ferns can be grown, but if you don’t have enough room, don’t worry—you can still keep the plants for next year’s hanging baskets! Just let your fern go through its … Read more
It can be hard to grow garlic in pots because the plant needs to be watered often and has a long growing season. However, the work can be well worth it because you can grow rare varieties and even grow them inside. You will love the taste of homegrown garlic right away, just like you … Read more
A week ago, I showed a group of local Master Gardeners around our gardens. At that point, the raised bed area was a mix of rowcover and weeds. All the crops were hidden by rowcover, and all the beds that could be seen were full of weeds. So much has changed in a week. We … Read more
I study landscape ecology and through my studies have discovered a love for plants. Plants are not only beautiful, but also have countless fascinating survival strategies. To bring some nature into my home too, I take care of houseplants and herbs on every windowsill I can find. Favourite fruit: rhubarb and all kinds of berries … Read more
Find out about 40 different flowers that look like daisies. Each one is beautiful in its own way and needs a different kind of care. From hardy perennial plants to easy-to-grow annuals, there is an array of flowers that almost look like daisies. There are a lot of beautiful plants with flowers that look like … Read more