Finding ants crawling on the leaves of your cauliflower plants can be alarming. As a gardener, I often get questions from readers worried that ants are eating their vegetable crops. However, ants themselves do not typically damage plants directly More often, their presence signals a more destructive pest that the ants are feeding on. With … Read more
If you’ve ever wondered where you can buy quicklime, you’ve come to the right place! Quicklime, also known as calcium oxide, is an alkaline chemical compound with many uses across different industries. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about purchasing quicklime for your needs. What is Quicklime Used For? Before jumping … Read more
It is also known as Lavandula angustifolia “Vera.” Lavender Vera is an heirloom type of English lavender that is loved for its sweet smell and ability to survive in cold weather. Lavender Vera is great for gardens, containers, sachets, potpourri, aromatherapy, and making lavender oil because it grows slowly and has lots of flowers. Overview … Read more
Seeing red leaves on your strawberry plants can be alarming. The vibrant green foliage provides a perfect contrast to the ripe red berries so any change in leaf color seems like a bad sign. However there are several common reasons why strawberry leaves turn red. With proper care and troubleshooting, red leaves don’t have to … Read more
Artichokes are cool-weather vegetables that produce delicious edible flower buds. While artichokes thrive in mild coastal climates like California, gardeners in colder regions can also enjoy growing these unique plants. However, artichokes are not fully cold hardy and require special care to survive frigid winters in northern zones. Proper steps must be taken in fall … Read more
There are many useful things in the roguelike dungeon crawler Cult of the Lamb. Beetroot is one of them. This brightly colored vegetable can be used to make healthy meals for your cult members. We’ll talk about where to find beetroot, how to farm it, what meals it can be used for, and why it’s … Read more
Calla lilies, with their elegant trumpet-shaped blooms in a diverse range of colors, are a popular choice for gardens. But did you know that you can also grow calla lilies successfully indoors as houseplants? While they are not true lilies, calla lilies (Zantedeschia species) can thrive indoors with the right care and conditions This comprehensive … Read more
Mulching flower beds with a fine texture mulch offers many benefits compared to coarse chunky mulches. Fine mulches create a tidy uniform appearance, suppress weeds better, and don’t disturb newly planted areas as much when rearranging plants. But with so many options available, how do you choose the right fine mulch for your flower beds? … Read more
Many gardeners love the beautiful climbing vines morning glories, but it’s not always clear if they can grow in shady spots. I’ll tell you everything you need to know about growing morning glories in shade and help you decide if they’ll do well in your garden. The Quick Answer Even though morning glories can grow … Read more
Hey plant lovers! I’ve been digging deep into the mysterious world of flower genetics and boy, do I have some cool stuff to share with you today about purple flowers. As someone who’s killed way too many plants (oops!), I finally decided to understand what makes some plants produce those gorgeous purple blooms we all … Read more