Peonies are the queens of the spring garden, beloved for their massive, ruffled blooms in shades of white, pink, red, and yellow Their extravagant flowers have an old-world romance that makes them highly sought after, especially for weddings and special events But can you find peonies during the winter off-season? Specifically, is it possible to … Read more
Growing up, one of the first questions we learn to ask someone when getting to know them is “Where are you from?” or “Where did you grow up?”. Knowing where someone is from can provide insight into their background, values, interests, and more While this question may seem simple in English, learning how to ask … Read more
Hello, fellow gardeners! I’ve been playing around with foxgloves in my garden for years, and I can’t wait to share everything I know about the best plants to grow with them. You’ve come to the right place if you want to use foxgloves to make a beautiful garden display. Why Foxgloves Need Garden Friends Before … Read more
As a passionate gardener who’s grown rhubarb for over 10 years, I’ve noticed lots of confusion about what happens to rhubarb plants during hot summer months. Let me break down everything you need to know about rhubarb’s summer behavior and how to keep your plants healthy year-round. The Short Answer Rhubarb can die back in … Read more
A lot of people love gardening, and learning the names of plants and garden elements in a different language can make it more fun. As a gardener who is also learning Spanish, I wanted to find out what words are commonly used in Spanish to talk about gardens, plants, and the joy of taking care … Read more
Hey plant lovers! I’ve been growing pitcher plants for years, and I can tell you that moving them to a new pot can be hard. Don’t worry, though; I’ll tell you everything you need to know to properly repot pitcher plants. It’s not as scary as it looks once you get the hang of it, … Read more
As an avid gardener, I’m always on the lookout for quality flower bulbs that are easy to grow Recently, I came across Easy to Grow Bulbs and was intrigued by their large selection of bulbs at reasonable prices However, the mixed reviews made me hesitant to place an order. I decided to dig deeper into … Read more
Hey, gardeners! Have you ever been in your yard or a meadow and asked yourself, “Is that grass or something else?” I know I have. I’ve been there, confused by these green plants that look like blades of grass. We’re going to talk about the differences between grass and sedge today. These are two plants … Read more
As a passionate gardener, I’ve discovered that while lilacs are stunning on their own with their fragrant blooms, they can become even more spectacular when paired with the right companion plants. Today, I’m gonna share my experience and knowledge about what to plant with lilacs to create a garden that blooms beautifully throughout the season. … Read more
Green tomatoes are a delicious Southern specialty perfect for frying baking and using in relishes and salsas. While you may think of green tomatoes as simply unripe red tomatoes, there are actually heirloom varieties of tomatoes bred to stay green when ripe. With some TLC and the right growing conditions, you can harvest bushels of … Read more