Pruning and deadheading Coneflowers are important maintenance tasks that help to promote healthy growth and encourage more blooms. Deadheading involves removing spent flowers from the plant, while pruning involves cutting … Continue reading →
The Hori Hori knife has a wide range of uses in the garden such as weeding, cutting roots, transplanting, removing plants, sod cutting, and splitting perennials. A favorite tool for use … Continue reading →
Starting seeds in recycled paper pots is an eco-friendly way to grow seedlings. Simply “pop” open this biodegradable paper pot, fill with soil, and sow your favorite seeds. Note the … Continue reading →
An herb garden provides all your favorite herbs right at your fingertips. Grow a vertical herb garden, and you grow an abundance of plants in minimal space indoor or outdoors. … Continue reading →
The silver foliage of the Artemisia plant adds a dramatic appearance to landscapes, garden beds or container plantings. Artemisia’s come in different shapes, sizes and textures for a multitude of … Continue reading →
There are frost tolerant vegetables you can grow in the fall and winter such as broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, brussels sprouts, collards, kale, kohlrabi, leeks, peas, radishes and swiss chard. Many … Continue reading →
Plant sunlight requirements are often classified as full sun, partial sun, partial shade and shade. What do sun exposure classifications really mean? There are general definitions that can apply to … Continue reading →
The Star Jasmine is a great plant choice for a shade tolerant flowering vine. You can grow Star Jasmine trained on a trellis or allow to ramble as a groundcover. … Continue reading →
Flowering vines that are tolerant of shade include varieties of Hydrangea, Jasmine and Clematis. Clematis provide a wide range of colors and flower types to choose from. Jasmine’s intoxicating scent … Continue reading →
Do you want to grow your own vegetables but thought you didn’t have the space? You can gain skills and confidence to grow all the foods you want with The … Continue reading →
There are many vegetables high in calcium that you can grow in your own garden. Many vegetables high in calcium are also packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber. If you’re … Continue reading →
See how late you can plant zinnia seeds outdoors by using your average first fall frost date. Have time for the plants to germinate, bloom and enjoy them before first … Continue reading →
Zinnia seeds do not need to freeze in order to germinate. Zinnia plants can reseed (self-sow) without needing a cold period. Zinnia seeds do not need cold treatment to germinate. … Continue reading →
Coneflowers come in colors of yellow, red, orange, white, green and pink. Some are pure saturated color and some are gradient color mixes. Some even change color as they age! … Continue reading →
If you’re not sure what to buy a gardener, here are some great gifts for gardeners as stocking stuffers, for birthdays or just because. The right tool can make projects … Continue reading →
If you want to harvest and dry your own lavender but concerned it’s a complicated process, then read on to see how easy it really is. You can make lots … Continue reading →
Easy to Assemble Steel Fire Pit Ring/Liner – the simple structure can be assembled or disassembled in minutes. DIY Fire Pit Build a fire pit by surrounding the liner with … Continue reading →
Start your garden or landscape project off on the right foot by choosing healthy plants at the nursery. Use these tips to pick the healthiest plants. Evaluate the nursery Look … Continue reading →
If your bulbs did not bloom, see these troubleshooting tips to help determine why your bulbs did not produce flowers and assure they come back year after year. These tips … Continue reading →
Walk-in Tunnel Greenhouse Galvanized Frame & Waterproof Cover 10x7x7 ft Also available in size:12′ x 12′ x 7′15′ x 7′ x 7′20′ x 10′ x 7′ Deluxe Walk-In Greenhouse with … Continue reading →
You can grow lettuce throughout the summer if you learn a few tips about how lettuce responds to high temperatures and how you can work with it to your advantage. … Continue reading →
If you want to hide a view and a fence is not an option, there are ways to hide a view without a fence. Use the right plant or structure … Continue reading →
Oscillating water sprinklers cover large areas with a smooth movement that evenly distributes drops of water. They allow you to control coverage by positioning of the sprinkler and most have … Continue reading →
Using a plant trellis for small space vertical gardening is key to maximizing green space. Many people turn to traditional trellises for climbing vines, flowers and vegetables to maximize vertical … Continue reading →
What Is A Wood Burning Fire? A warm glowing light of intense energy. A subtle scent that heightens your senses. Soft crackling sounds that permeate the clear night air. A … Continue reading →
If you are looking for unique accent trees or shrubs for your landscape, ornamental weeping trees should definitely be on your landscaping list. Often providing stunning blooms in spring, the … Continue reading →
When to start seeds indoors so seedlings are ready at the right time to be planted outside? See how to determine plant dates and organize with a sowing calendar. … Continue reading →
A frost date is the average date of the last light freeze in spring or the first light freeze in fall for a given location. Know the frost date for your area to determine the most … Continue reading →
Hyacinth Bean vine (Dolichos lablab) is an easy to grow annual with delicate scented pea-like pink-purple flower and large thick deep purple seed pod. They are also available in white … Continue reading →
Let’s look at how much water annual flowers need and how often you should water annuals so they stay healthy. Annual plants will droop when they need water, and annual … Continue reading →
Fire pits provide a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors long into the colder months of the year. Burning the correct type of wood in a fire pit is important … Continue reading →
Beautiful petunias bursting with flowers are first to be seen where ever flowers are sold. But to keep petunias full and flowering all season requires some regular attention. Petunias are … Continue reading →
We choose our ideal fire pit locations for many reasons including comfort, ease of access and warmth. But when our ideal location is a wood deck, it may leave … Continue reading →
Plant, grow and care for sunflowers easily. With lots of varieties to choose from from short to tall, anyone can enjoy sunflowers all summer long. Grow sunflowers and you will … Continue reading →
Use flowering bulbs in your rock garden to start Spring with a burst of energy or fill drab spots with color as fall arrives. Whether emerging from between rocks or … Continue reading →
Burlap (also called hessian burlap) is a natural product that is used in the garden to provide protection or covering. It’s natural open-weave allows air flow which prevents or minimizes … Continue reading →
Outdoor benches are used to provide comfortable seating, add focal points to landscape, or double duty for functional storage. A bench tucked in along the garden path is inviting – … Continue reading →
Here are two of the best garden carts I have used for many different uses in the yard. They are invaluable for carrying tools to the farthest place in the … Continue reading →
Red white and blue patriotic outdoor decor for Fourth of July or any time you want to show your patriotism. Use decorations in the garden, house, yard or as a … Continue reading →
Attract hummingbirds to your yard with a few simple steps. Once you’ve had these charming characters spend the summer with you, you will look forward to their arrival year after … Continue reading →
Enjoy the benefit of garden planters that are lightweight by choosing resin and resin composites. Shiny surfaces can look like ceramics and textures mimic stone and wood. We no longer … Continue reading →
Flower container gardening is one of the many pleasures that come with Summer. Nurseries and retailers are a great place to discover flower container ideas for visually appealing combinations, as … Continue reading →
Gardening tools for seniors, arthritis or those with limited mobility help endurance. Long handled garden tools and ergonomic garden tool designs are meant to help complete tasks and reduce physical … Continue reading →
Find out how ailing coleus plants react and how to remedy with these tips for caring for coleus. Prized for amazing foliage colors and patterns, coleus plants will thrive if … Continue reading →
Enjoy flower bouquets in your home all season by growing an annual cutting garden. A cutting garden of annuals gives you flowers you can enjoy all season, inside and out. … Continue reading →
