Hot Lips salvia (Salvia microphylla) is a gorgeous flowering perennial loved for its two-toned red and white blooms. As the blooms fade over time, many gardeners wonder whether they need to deadhead this salvia. So do you need to deadhead Hot Lips salvia? The answer is yes – deadheading is highly recommended for Hot Lips … Read more
Roses are well-liked flowers that add bright color and a pleasant scent to gardens all over the world. Though, these ornamental shrubs go through times when they don’t bloom in the winter. When do rose bushes start to grow and flower again after being dormant? Knowing the natural cycle of dormancy lets you time rose … Read more
People often grow aster, which is also called false goat’s beard, as a perennial plant that can add a beautiful splash of color to gardens. With its feathery, fern-like leaves and showy plume flowers that bloom in the summer, it’s no surprise that astilbe is a garden favorite. Astilbe can also be grown successfully in … Read more
It might not seem like a good time to grow vegetables in the winter, but hardy plants like carrots can do very well if they are planted at the right time. With the right care and protection, you can eat sweet, tender carrots straight from the garden even in the winter. Why Grow Carrots in … Read more
Dogwood trees are beloved for their showy spring flowers and multi-branched habit that makes them stand out in landscapes. Unfortunately disease problems have made it harder to grow some types of dogwoods. Luckily, there are a number of trees that look like dogwoods and can match their beauty without giving you disease headaches. This article … Read more
If you love snacking on nuts but don’t want to rely on store-bought varieties, consider growing your own nut trees! Some nut trees produce large green nuts that are perfect for harvesting right in your own backyard. In this article, we’ll explore some of the best options for trees with large green nuts that can … Read more
Figs are a tasty, healthy fruit that people all over the world have enjoyed for thousands of years. They taste sweet and are soft, so they go well with a lot of foods and baked goods. There are many places online where you can find high-quality pictures of and facts about this healthy fruit. An … Read more
Our feathered friends need our help more than ever now that spring is here. I’ve been feeding birds for over ten years and have learned that spring feeding is very important for both migrating and local birds. I will tell you everything you need to know to keep the birds in your yard healthy and … Read more
We’ve all seen those funny videos and GIFs of monkeys falling out of trees. It’s an enduringly popular internet meme that never seems to get old. But why exactly do monkeys take those dramatic tumbles, and what’s going on behind the scenes when it happens? As a primate enthusiast, I decided to explore this question … Read more
Hey, rose lovers! Today I’m going to tell you everything you need to know about those stalks that are getting really long on your rose bushes. As a passionate gardener who has dealt with these sudden growth spurts many times, I can help you figure out if these shoots are good or bad for your … Read more