Salvia is a gorgeous flowering plant that comes in many varieties and provides striking colors to any garden. Growing salvias from seeds is an easy and rewarding way to add these beauties to your yard. With just a few simple steps you can sow salvia seeds either indoors or directly outside and grow a lush … Read more
Jasmine is one of the most popular climbing plants thanks to its incredibly fragrant flowers and rapid growth habit. Gardeners love training jasmine vines over arbors, fences, and trellises to perfume the garden. However, jasmine can be finicky about its growing conditions. If your jasmine plant is looking less than its best, you may worry … Read more
Bee balm (Monarda) is a gorgeous perennial loved for its colorful, nectar-rich flowers that attract pollinators. Hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees flock to the red, pink, purple, and white blooms. However, bee balm is prone to powdery mildew, a common fungal disease. If left unchecked, powdery mildew can cover leaves in an unsightly white residue, weakening … Read more
Can Begonias Grow in Hanging Baskets? A Detailed Guide Begonias are one of the most popular flowering plants for hanging baskets Their colorful blooms and cascading growth habit make them an excellent choice to grow in suspended planters and pots. But can all begonias thrive in hanging containers? The short answer is yes, most types … Read more
Summer is almost here, and if you’re like me, you can’t wait to spend more time outside enjoying the sunny weather As an avid indoor plant parent, I’ve been wondering if I should move my prized fiddle leaf fig tree outside for the summer Fiddle leaf figs are native to the warm humid rainforests of … Read more
Ornamental cherry trees are prized for their gorgeous blooms that announce the arrival of spring. But to keep your tree thriving and floriferous year after year, timely pruning is essential. Pruning encourages blooming, removes unhealthy growth, and shapes the canopy. Follow this guide to learn when to prune your ornamental cherry tree and techniques for … Read more
Growing fresh asparagus at home can seem intimidating. After all, starting an asparagus bed from seed can take 3-4 years before you get to enjoy any harvest. That’s why learning how to regrow store-bought asparagus in water is so appealing – it’s fast, easy, and you can enjoy homegrown spears in just a few weeks! … Read more
The petite forget-me-not flower captivates with its delicate beauty and rich symbolism. While the most iconic forget-me-not colour is a vibrant sky blue these blooms actually come in a diverse range of hues. The Most Common Forget-Me-Not Colours Blue The quintessential forget-me-not colour is a bright, clear blue. Ranging from pale sky blue to deeper … Read more
Sunflowers are a classic summertime flower that brighten up any garden with their cheery faces. While they are typically direct sown outdoors after the last spring frost you can get a head start on the season by starting them indoors. Proper timing is crucial when starting sunflowers indoors to avoid stunted root-bound plants. Start too … Read more
Purple top turnips are a fantastic cool weather crop that can be grown in home gardens Their sweet, tender roots and nutrient-rich greens make them a tasty addition to soups, stews, and side dishes Growing purple top turnips from seed is easy and rewarding. Follow this simple guide for a bountiful harvest. Selecting the Best … Read more