Hydrangeas are loved for their big, bright flowers that make any garden look beautiful. Hydrangeas have lush flower heads that come in enticing shades of blue, pink, purple, white, and green. If you know how to do it right, you can easily grow new hydrangea plants from a single leaf. It’s easy and cheap to … Read more
Cornflowers, with their vibrant shades of blue pink purple, and white, are classic cottage garden flowers that are easy to grow from seed. After enjoying the blooms, you can collect the seeds to continue growing these charming plants for years to come. With proper timing and a few simple steps, harvesting your own cornflower seeds … Read more
Devil’s Ivy Leaves Turning Brown Causes and Solutions As a proud owner of a Devil’s Ivy houseplant nothing is more worrying than noticing your plant’s lush green leaves turning brown. This vibrant vine native to the Solomon Islands is easy to care for but brown leaves indicate your plant is stressed. Don’t panic yet! By … Read more
Azaleas are stunning spring-blooming shrubs that add a pop of color to any outdoor space. Their bright flowers come in shades of pink, purple, white, and red. Azaleas are so beloved that there’s even a festival dedicated to them in Atlanta, Georgia each spring. While azaleas are hardy plants, keeping azaleas in pots through the … 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
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
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
Mulch is often used in landscaping to keep the soil moist, keep weeds down, and make the soil better. On the other hand, wood chips or bark nuggets may not always be the best mulch for every garden. You can choose from a number of great mulch alternatives that can offer many of the same … Read more
Squirrels can be a real nuisance in the garden. With their curious nature and relentlessness when it comes to finding food, squirrels often end up digging up potted plants and bulbs. Not only do they uproot plants, but they also bury nuts and seeds which hinders growth. If you’ve had enough of squirrels wreaking havoc … Read more
Spring cactus is a popular houseplant known for its colorful flowers that bloom around Easter time. Its attractive appearance makes it a staple in many homes and apartments. However, cat owners may be wondering – is spring cactus toxic to cats? It’s important to answer this question because many common houseplants can be dangerous for … Read more