As an avid gardener, I love planting perennial herbs in my garden. Not only are they low maintenance, but they provide a continuous supply of fresh herbs year after year. Perennial herbs are hardy plants that can survive winter and regrow the next season. This saves time, money, and effort spent replanting herbs annually. If … Read more
A vibrant, productive vegetable garden starts with healthy soil. While compost and other organic matter enrich the soil, most gardens need an extra boost of nutrients to reach their full potential. Liquid fertilizers are an easy way to give your vegetables the fuel they need to grow and thrive. Liquid fertilizers provide a quick boost … Read more
How to Get Rid of Plant Lice: A Complete Guide for Gardeners Plant lice also known as aphids, can be a gardener’s worst nightmare. These tiny sap-sucking insects seem to appear out of nowhere quickly forming large colonies that stunt plant growth and deform leaves and flowers. Left unchecked, they will severely weaken and potentially … Read more
Growing cucumbers vertically is an excellent way to save space and get higher yields in your vegetable garden. With vining varieties growing over 6 feet long, cucumbers can take up a large area sprawling on the ground. Training them to climb up a trellis, pergola, or other vertical support allows them to productively use vertical … Read more
Poinsettias are a holiday staple, with their festive red and green leaves brightening up homes and public spaces every winter. But sadly, many poinsettias meet an untimely end shortly after Christmas, wilting and dropping leaves once the celebrations are over. However, with a little TLC, it’s often possible to revive a dying poinsettia and nurse … Read more
String of pearls (Senecio rowleyanus) is a trailing succulent beloved for its unique spherical leaves that resemble a string of beads. With its cascading stems and easy-going nature, string of pearls makes an excellent houseplant. However, even low-maintenance string of pearls needs repotting every few years to refresh the soil and give the plant room … Read more
The Allure of Peonies and 10 Stunning Lookalike Blooms Peonies hold a special place in the floral world. Their lush full blooms and elegant ruffled petals make them one of the most beloved flowers for bouquets, centerpieces and gardens. Peonies have an old-world romanticism about them that feels timeless yet fresh. Their beauty and associations … Read more
Pruning is an essential part of caring for wine and roses weigela bushes. Proper pruning encourages healthy growth, abundant blooms, and an attractive shape. In this article, we’ll walk through when and how to prune wine and roses weigela for the best results. When to Prune Wine and Roses Weigela The optimal time to prune … Read more
Snapdragons are a beloved cool weather annual flower found in gardens across North America. With their elegant, fragrant blooms on tall spikes, it’s easy to see why they’re so popular. But when it comes to snapdragon cold tolerance, many gardeners have questions. Exactly how cold hardy are snapdragons? The good news is that snapdragons are … Read more
Fertilizer and plant food – two terms that are often used interchangeably by gardeners. But are they really the same thing? The short answer is no. While both contribute to plant health and growth, there are some key differences between fertilizer and plant food. This article will explain what each one is, how they work … Read more