Cotinus ‘Grace’ vs ‘Royal Purple’ Smoke Trees: Which is Better for Your Garden? Smoke trees are showstopping ornamental shrubs known for their colorful foliage and airy smoky summer blooms. Two of the most popular smoke tree cultivars are Cotinus ‘Grace’ and Cotinus ‘Royal Purple’. But with both offering rich purple leaves and pinkish plumes how … Read more
Adding pineapple plants to your garden is fun and tasty. Pineapple plants bring a touch of the tropics to any place they are grown with their sharp leaves and bright, sweet fruit. Even though pineapples do best in warm weather, their small size makes them a useful fruiting plant that can be grown in pots … Read more
Adding black trim to a white shed makes it stand out in any backyard. This classic color combination never goes out of style and goes with both traditional and modern styles of design. In recent years, painting sheds white and adding bold black accents has become popular in backyards, and it’s easy to see why. … Read more
One of the coolest and most unusual plants in the world is the Venus Flytrap. This plant moves to catch bugs in its jaw-like leaves. Flytraps may look hard to draw, but they’re actually very simple once you get the hang of it. With this easy, step-by-step drawing lesson, I’ll show you how to draw … Read more
You might be confused about whether to use barn lime or garden lime to make your soil better. Both of these soil amendments can raise pH levels and add important nutrients, but there are some big differences between them. There are two types of lime: barn lime and garden lime. This article will help you … Read more
As an avid gardener I always look forward to fall as an opportunity to plant potatoes for a bountiful harvest. Potatoes are incredibly versatile, nutritious and downright delicious so growing your own is very rewarding. The good news is that with the right approach, planting potatoes in the fall can lead to a prolific crop. … Read more
When it comes to lawn care, one of the most common debates is whether you should edge or mow your lawn first. Both edging and mowing are important parts of lawn maintenance, but the order you do them in can have an impact on the end results. In this detailed guide, we’ll examine the pros … Read more
The monkey puzzle tree, also known as the Chilean pine or pehuén, is one of the most distinctive and visually striking trees in the world. Native to Chile and Argentina, this unusual evergreen conifer has been puzzling monkeys and humans alike for millions of years with its spiky, tangled branches and prehistoric appearance. Let’s look … Read more
Can You Plant Cantaloupe and Cucumbers Together? A Guide to Companion Planting These Fruits Growing delicious and healthy fruits like cantaloupe and cucumbers in your garden can be very rewarding. However, to get the most out of your harvest, it’s important to understand which fruits make good companion plants. So can you plant cantaloupe and … Read more
Magnolia trees are known for their beautiful, fragrant blooms that appear in spring and early summer. While many magnolia varieties thrive in warmer climates, there are several cold-hardy cultivars that can prosper even in USDA zone 4 gardens. The coldest months of the year are in Zone 4, where the average low temperature is between … Read more