For any season, living wreaths are a lovely and unique way to decorate your home. These wreaths are made from living plants and can be used to decorate your front door or for the holidays. The best part is that it’s surprisingly easy to make your own and you can make it look exactly how … Read more
In USDA hardiness zone 8, flowering evergreen shrubs are the best way to add color and interest to gardens all year long. They bloom from early spring to fall and make a lush background for other plants. Their flowers also attract pollinators. When selecting the best flowering evergreens, it’s important to choose varieties suited to … Read more
Swiss chard is a lively, good-for-you, and tasty leafy green that grows well in raised garden beds. Swiss chard makes any garden look nice with its bright stems that are red, pink, yellow, and white. This healthy superfood is full of fiber, minerals, antioxidants, and vitamins. You will learn how to grow a lot of … Read more
Sunflowers are one of the most iconic and beautiful flowers, with their bright yellow petals and tall stems Many people like to grow sunflowers in their garden for their vibrant colors and to attract pollinators Once the growing season ends, you may want to find a way to preserve your sunflowers so you can continue … Read more
Hey there! I’m Sarah from Stone Post Gardens and today I wanna share everything ya need to know about one of my favorite tree crops – almonds! These amazing nuts have become super popular and there’s a fascinating story behind how they grow and make it to our kitchen tables. The Basics of Almond Trees … Read more
Rose hips are the fruit of rose plants and they pack a powerful nutritional punch. Dog owners often wonder, can dogs eat rose hips? Are they safe? What are the benefits? This article will explain everything you need to know about feeding rose hips to dogs. What are Rose Hips? Rose hips are the fruit … Read more
As a berry lover and avid gardener I’m always on the lookout for the best tasting highest yielding strawberry varieties to plant in my garden. Over the years, one variety that has consistently impressed me is the Honeoye strawberry. If you’re looking to add this sweet, juicy berry to your own garden, here’s everything you … Read more
Many people like to garden with Dracaena plants, both inside and outside. Dracaena looks like bamboo but is not a real bamboo plant. It is sometimes called “lucky bamboo.” Instead, dracaena belongs to the Asparagaceae family of plants. With more than 170 species, dracaena plants come in a huge range of sizes, shapes, and colors. … Read more
Hey, gardening fans! I’ve had Hypericum Hidcote in my garden for years, and I have to say, this plant really stands out! Today, I’m going to tell you everything I know about this amazing perennial that will give your garden beautiful yellow flowers all summer long. What Makes Hypericum Hidcote So Special? Hypericum Hidcote bred … Read more
Succulent plants have become hugely popular in recent years, and for good reason. These unique plants offer a wide range of benefits, from purifying indoor air to reducing stress. In this article, we’ll explore the top 12 reasons to add succulents to your home or office. 1. They Improve Indoor Air Quality One of the … Read more