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
Pleached trees with their elegantly intertwined branches and sculptural forms are gaining popularity for small garden spaces. Also called plashed trees, pleaching is the process of training tree branches to grow horizontally along a framework. This creates a tall, hedge-like canopy on a clear trunk. Pleached trees offer tons of benefits tailored for maximizing petite … Read more
Flowers that start with M include some of the most beloved and breathtaking blooms. Their names evoke thoughts of elegant magnolias cheerful marigolds and delicate mimosas. These flowers run the gamut from classic garden favorites to exotic tropical beauties, capturing the imagination with their diversity of forms, colors, and uses. In this article we’ll explore … Read more
How to Get Rid of Grape Hyacinth for GoodWith their delicate purple blooms, grape hyacinths are a charming addition to the spring garden. But their tendency to spread rapidly can quickly turn these bulbs from friend to foe. If you’re wondering how to get rid of grape hyacinths once and for all, you’ve come to … Read more
The bright pink center of a white flower makes for a stunning display that draws the eye. The white petals make the pink center stand out, and these two-toned blooms are perfect for both gardens and flower arrangements because they are so charming and elegant. In this article, we will explore some of the top … Read more
Sweet gum is a unique and beautiful hardwood that is abundant throughout much of the eastern United States. With its reddish-brown heartwood and cream-colored sapwood, sweet gum can make striking lumber for furniture flooring, cabinets and other wood projects. However, sweet gum is notorious for being difficult to dry properly without defects like checking, splitting, … Read more
Is Horse Manure Good for Grass? Exploring the Pros and Cons As a gardener, you likely know that fertilizer provides essential nutrients that help grass and other plants thrive. But have you considered using horse manure as a natural fertilizer option? Horse manure contains nitrogen, phosphorus potassium and other nutrients that grass needs. It also … Read more
Begonias are popular ornamental plants known for their colorful and abundant flowers While begonias can be propagated through cuttings, seeds are another great way to produce new begonia plants But what exactly do begonia seeds look like? In this complete visual guide, we will uncover the intricate details of begonia seed identification. With over 1,800 … Read more
Daisy types that are grown in gardens a lot are the Becky daisy and the Shasta daisy. Even though these two classic beauties have a lot in common, there are some important differences that you should know about. Daisies belong to the large Asteraceae family, which contains over 23,000 species including other popular flowers like … Read more
Like many people, I love gardening and being outside, so I’m always looking for new ways to connect with nature. This is why I was so happy to find Lorene Edwards Forkner’s new book, “Color In and Out of the Garden.” This one-of-a-kind book includes ideas for noticing colors in nature, painting simple watercolors, and … Read more