Chet's Garden Center
Discovering a fox den in your yard can be both exciting and concerning for homeowners. As a wildlife enthusiast I always get a thrill from spotting wild animals near my property. However, having a family of foxes living so close does raise some valid safety concerns for my family and pets. In this article I’ll … Read more
Yucca plants are iconic succulents that originate from arid, desert environments. With their sculptural forms and spiky, evergreen foliage, yuccas make excellent houseplants and landscape specimens But caring for these drought-resistant plants does require paying close attention to their water needs. So how often should you water a yucca for optimal growth and health? The … Read more
Adding height and visual interest to your garden is easy with tall perennials boasting cheerful yellow blooms. Their lofty stems provide vertical accents while brightening borders, meadows, and cutting patches. Rising above lower plants these yellow beauties make excellent thriller elements in container designs. They attract pollinators with their showy flowers and provide birds with … Read more
Do String of Hearts Like Being Root Bound? The Answer May Surprise You As a proud plant parent of a gorgeous string of hearts vine trailing down my bookshelf, I absolutely adore the unique look of its vibrant green heart-shaped leaves dangling in the air. But these trailing beauties present some unique care challenges, especially … Read more
Peonies are cherished for their large, fragrant blooms and have been admired in gardens for centuries While peonies are often propagated from root divisions, many gardeners enjoy growing these flowers from seeds. However, timing is crucial when planting peony seeds, as they require a period of cold stratification to break dormancy and germinate properly In … Read more
Chrysanthemums, also known as mums, are a popular fall flower that provide a burst of color to gardens and landscapes While they are commonly grown as annuals, with a little care and preparation, mums can be overwintered and rebloom the next year. This allows you to have colorful mums in your garden every fall without … Read more
Ferns are beautiful, delicate plants that can thrive both indoors and outdoors. However, when winter arrives, extra care is required to help ferns survive the cold temperatures. This article provides a complete guide to caring for ferns during the winter months. Why Ferns Need Special Care in Winter Ferns are not cold hardy plants. Their … Read more
Plants With Waxy Leaves and Small Pink Flowers A Guide to Caring for These Charming Houseplants There’s something irresistibly charming about houseplants with waxy leaves and small pink flowers. The unique foliage and delicate blooms add visual interest to indoor spaces and bring the beauty of nature inside. If you’re looking to add a refreshing … Read more
Cleome, commonly known as spider flower, is an annual flower that adds vibrant color and unique texture to gardens. With its tall stems and showy blooms in shades of pink, purple, and white, cleome provides great vertical interest in beds and borders. Many gardeners appreciate cleome for being easy to grow, unfussy about soil, and … Read more
Growing potatoes in barrels is an ingenious way to cultivate a healthy crop of spuds even if you don’t have a large garden. The contained environment of a barrel allows you to easily control moisture, soil quality, sunlight exposure and other factors critical for potato growth. In this simple guide, I’ll walk you through the … Read more