Chet's Garden Center
Rhododendrons are popular flowering shrubs that thrive in acidic soil. They are beautiful in any garden because of their bright spring blooms. But what about putting coffee grounds around rhododendrons? Does this common garden ingredient help or hurt them? In this article, we’ll explore the effects of using coffee grounds on rhododendrons. We’ll look at … Read more
Onions are a kitchen staple prized for their pungent flavor. But once you’ve harvested your onion crop you’re left with empty garden beds and questions about what to plant next. Proper crop rotation is key for maintaining soil health after onions. By thoughtfully choosing complementary plants from different families, you can disrupt pest and disease … Read more
Growing an orchid from seed is a delicate and rewarding process that allows you to propagate new orchid plants. Orchid seeds are extremely tiny, with over 500,000 seeds fitting on an aspirin tablet. This makes sourcing and handling the seeds a challenging first step. However, with proper sterile technique, nutrient agar medium, and adequate sunlight, … Read more
Japanese maples are popular landscape trees because of their beautiful shape and bright leaves. But these pretty trees can get very big, and their roots can damage pipes and foundations. So how close is too close to a house to plant a Japanese maple? In this article, we’ll examine the factors that determine safe spacing … Read more
The Pilea peperomioides, also known as the Chinese money plant, coin plant, or pancake plant, is an easy and fun houseplant gaining popularity across the world. This species is native to China’s Yunnan and Sichuan mountain provinces but over the past century has made its way into homes globally. The round coin-shaped leaves and easy … Read more
How to Remove Grass from Around Rose Bushes Without Damaging the Roses Rose bushes are prized additions to many gardens. Their beautiful blooms and delicate fragrance make them gardening favorites. However, letting grass grow around roses can kill them and hurt them. It’s important to be careful when cutting grass around rose bushes so as … Read more
Prayer gardens have a long and rich history across many cultures and faith traditions. These special spaces set apart for spiritual connection and communion with the divine offer comfort, healing, and renewal. As our chaotic world becomes increasingly disconnected from nature and community, prayer gardens provide a timely invitation to withdraw and realign with deeper … Read more
Desert roses also known as Adenium obesum, are striking succulent plants that are highly sought after for their exotic flowers and sculptural swollen bases. While desert roses can be grown from seeds propagating from cuttings is often faster and ensures that the new plants retain the characteristics of the parent plant. In this comprehensive guide, … Read more
Gaillardia arizona sun also known as the blanket flower, is a beautiful and carefree flower that brightens up any garden. With its vibrant red and yellow bicolored blooms this gaillardia variety provides non-stop color from early summer through fall. An Overview of Gaillardia Arizona Sun Walter’s Gardens Inc. introduced gaillardia arizona sun in 2005 as … Read more
Weeping cherry trees are popular as ornamental trees because of their beautiful, cascading branches and lots of flowers in the spring. But did you know that there are two main types? They are grafted and natural. Knowing the differences between them is important for choosing the right one for your yard. What is a Grafted … Read more