As fall approaches, nature gets ready for a beautiful show of color and change. One of the most beautiful things about this time of year is seeing trees that lose their leaves in preparation for winter. The beauty of fall leaves is short-lived, which makes them even more valuable. We’ll talk about why deciduous trees … Read more
Elderflower’s sweet blossoms lend their flavor to syrups cordials, and treats. With foraging’s popularity more people seek these fragrant blooms each spring. However, correct identification is crucial since elderflowers visually resemble several toxic plants. Arm yourself with knowledge to distinguish elderflower from dangerous lookalikes before foraging. What is Elderflower? Elderflowers are groups of flowers that … Read more
15 Creative Flowers Painted On A Fence Designs That Will Brighten Any Yard Painting flowers on a fence is a fun and creative way to add personality, color, and beauty to your outdoor space. With the right planning and execution, flower fence art can become a stunning focal point and conversation starter in your yard … Read more
Tuberous begonias are popular garden flowers that bloom all summer long in bright, beautiful colors. However, they are not hardy in cold places and need extra care to make it through the winter. You can save the tubers to plant again next year if you store them properly over the winter. Here is a step-by-step … Read more
The Here Comes the Sun iris is a beautiful tall bearded iris variety that lives up to its name. This iris really does look like it got its color from the rising sun, with its bright golden yellow petals. Let’s take a closer look at this beautiful iris so you can choose if it’s the … Read more
Alocasia ‘Black Velvet’ is a stunning houseplant cherished for its deep blackish-green leaves contrasted with prominent creamy white veins. However, these tropical beauties are frequently plagued by one of the most common houseplant pests – spider mites. If you want to keep your Alocasia “Black Velvet” plant happy and healthy, you need to know how … Read more
Azaleas are well-known flowering shrubs that bring beautiful spring color to gardens. Their beautiful flowers come in many colors, such as white, pink, red, orange, yellow, and purple. Azaleas are Rhododendrons, so they need the same kind of care. If you want more azalea plants, taking cuttings from an existing plant is an easy and … Read more
A common way to get rid of annoying flying bugs is to use an outdoor bug zapper. These devices use ultraviolet light to attract bugs and then kill them with an electric grid. However, after months of use, the bulb that makes the light burns out and needs to be replaced. A quick and easy … Read more
I’ve been looking to improve the soil in my garden and stumbled upon an interesting amendment called spent mushroom compost. As I researched it more, I wondered – where can I find spent mushroom compost near me? After digging into it, I learned that spent mushroom compost has some great benefits for gardens and landscapes. … Read more
Many people dream of having a beautiful, deep green lawn. But it can be hard to get that rich emerald color, especially when the grass starts to fade in the summer. This is where double dark, a special kind of fertilizer, can really help. There is a lot of iron in double dark fertilizer. Iron … Read more