If you grow oranges, you need to know when to pick them to get the sweetest, juiciest fruit. You’ll be excited to start picking when your orange trees bloom in the spring and little green oranges start to form in the summer. But you still need to be patient because picking oranges that aren’t ripe … Read more
Tomato plants come from the humid tropics of South America. They are vines. So, tomatoes sometimes show a trait that comes from their vine ancestors: aerial roots. But these strange bumps on tomato stems are not a reason to worry. Find out everything you need to know about tomato plants’ aerial roots by reading on. … Read more
The Garden of Prayer World Prayer Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is a historic church with a long tradition of prayer and community outreach. Often referred to as GOP Prayer or simply GOP, this Pentecostal church has been serving the North Philadelphia area for over 90 years. A Humble Beginning GOP Prayer first began in 1929 … Read more
Hey there! I’m Laura, and today I’m super excited to share my experience with perennial plants that absolutely thrive on the south side of houses. After years of gardening and plenty of trial and error I’ve discovered some amazing plants that not only survive but totally rock that hot, sunny exposure. Why South-Facing Gardens Are … Read more
Hello, fellow gardeners! I’ve been growing freesias for years, and I can tell you that these fragrant beauties are worth keeping. I’m going to tell you everything I know about how to store freesia bulbs right now. If you know how to store them right, you’ll be able to enjoy these bright flowers year after … Read more
Verbena is a popular flowering plant that adds vibrant pops of color to gardens and landscapes. With its trailing habits and colorful clusters of small star-shaped flowers, verbena creates visual interest wherever it is planted. But one question gardeners often have is: how cold hardy is verbena? Can you grow verbena in cold climates? In … Read more
Garlic is one of the most rewarding crops to grow at home. The pungent bulbs add incredible flavor to dishes and can be used in endless recipes. Plus, growing your own garlic is much more cost effective than buying it at the grocery store. But before you plant, you may be wondering – how long … Read more
Hey fellow gardeners! If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably stood in the garden center staring at those beautiful impatiens, wondering if deer will turn your future flower bed into their personal salad bar. Well I’ve done the research and had my fair share of deer drama, so let me break it down for you. … Read more
Plumeria, which is also called frangipani, are beautiful tropical flowers that do best in warm places. Their brightly colored and fragrant flowers make them a favorite for flower beds, pots, and making lei. Even though plumerias aren’t too hard to grow, making sure they have the right soil is important for their health and performance. … Read more
When you want to feed your garden organically, blood meal and bone meal are two popular choices. Both provide nutrients plants need to grow and thrive. But there are some important differences between these natural additions that gardeners should know about before they use them. What is Blood Meal? Blood meal is a dried, powdered … Read more