Ground covers are low-growing plants that spread out to make a thick mat that keeps weeds from growing. They are great for covering up bare spots, keeping slopes from washing away, and replacing lawn grass. There are many pretty perennials that look great as ground covers. However, annuals and herbs are some of the easiest … Read more
Why is Herb Robert Called Death Come Quickly? Unraveling the Mysteries Behind this Ominous Nickname In the interesting world of botanical folklore, where plants and animals are intertwined in beautiful stories, there is a strange plant called Herb Robert that makes people feel both drawn to and uneasy. With its soft pink petals and fern-like … Read more
Sunflowers are one of the most iconic flowers, with their bright yellow petals and tall stalks reaching for the sun. Their cheery faces can instantly lift your mood. Beyond visual appeal, sunflowers have many benefits – they attract pollinators, make great cut flowers, and provide tasty seeds. With so many seed varieties available, how do … Read more
People love hibiscus plants because they have big, bright flowers that bloom all summer long. You should remove the spent flowers from many flowering plants in the garden. But you might be wondering if you need to do this with hibiscus. The simple answer is no, deadheading is not required for hibiscuses. However regularly removing … Read more
One of the most popular flowers for flower arrangements and backyard gardens is the dahlia. These summer-blooming flowers have bright colors and interesting shapes that can make any yard look more exotic. You likely want your dahlias to have the biggest, boldest blooms possible as a gardener. This can be done in part by giving … Read more
Lily beetles can be a frustrating pest for gardeners growing true lilies and fritillaries. With their bright red bodies and voracious appetites these insects can quickly defoliate ornamental lilies. However with persistence and the right techniques, you can get rid of lily beetles and save your precious lilies. What Are Lily Beetles? The two main … Read more
Many gardeners love gladiolus because it has tall spikes of bright summer flowers. Gladiolus plants are usually put outside in the spring, and they flower in the middle to end of summer. But did you know that you can start gladiolus corms indoors before the plants sprout outside? Growing gladiolus indoors also known as forcing … Read more
Green apple trees are a popular choice for home gardeners looking to grow their own fruit Once full grown, green apple trees like Granny Smith provide an abundance of crisp, tart apples perfect for eating fresh or using in recipes This guide covers everything you need to know about full grown green apple trees from … Read more
Ants and bees may seem like very different insects, but they actually have a lot in common. Both are social insects that live in colonies with queens workers males, and brood. They are both in the order Hymenoptera, meaning they are closely related. This close relationship means that what harms ants can also harm bees. … Read more
Hyacinths are a popular spring flowering bulb that are known for their fragrant, brightly colored flowers. You can either leave the bulb in the ground after hyacinths are done flowering or carefully dig it up and store it. If you store hyacinth bulbs properly after they bloom, you can plant them again next year and … Read more