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AMES, Iowa — Tuberous begonias are available in upright and trailing types, single and double flowers and a wide variety of vibrant colors and flower forms and are a gardener’s favorite for easily brightening a shady corner of the garden. Unfortunately, they will not survive harsh winter weather outdoors and must be dug in the … Read more
Carrots. They’re among the top vegetables gardeners include in their garden plans, but many times gardeners grow dismayed when they bump into problems growing carrots. Carrot growing problems are completely normal, and thankfully most of them can be prevented. In this podcast episode and blog post below, you’ll learn how to prevent or address the … Read more
Tiny yellow ants invading your kitchen can be very annoying. Nothing ruins a nice meal faster than finding a trail of ants marching across your counters and cabinets. If you’ve noticed these pesky insects in your kitchen, you’re probably wondering how to get rid of them quickly and easily. The good news is that getting … Read more
Do you love topiaries as much as I do? Then, let me show you how to make an easy DIY Topiary frame from a grapevine wreath! Last spring, I ripped apart a grapevine wreath to make twig and moss charger plates for my Easter table setting! You see, I had planted some ivy and herbs, … Read more
Basil is one of the most commonly grown herbs in home gardens. Its aromatic leaves add flavor to many dishes. However, nothing is more frustrating than seeing unsightly black marks appear on the leaves of your prized basil plants. These marks not only detract from the plant’s appearance but can also impact its health and … Read more
Peaches (Prunus persica) are one of my favorite fruits. That first bite of sweet liquid sunshine transports me to comforting childhood memories of summer vacations and picnics at the beach. I wait all year in anticipation of the first peach of the season, warm and juicy, freshly picked from my own tree. We link to … Read more
Unlock the secret to thriving Rhododendrons by mastering their watering rhythm with the seasons! Rhododendrons are iconic flowering shrubs that add vibrant splashes of color to gardens. With their showy spring blooms in shades of pink, red purple yellow and white, rhododendrons are prized landscape plants. However, in order to keep your rhododendrons healthy and … Read more
Sunflowers are a great low maintenance flower to grow, which yields a tasty snack for birds when it’s time to harvest. In reality, you may find that birds often get to your seeds before you have the chance to harvest. The most important time to protect sunflowers is when they are first planted. Once sunflowers … Read more
If you’ve got a smaller garden (or don’t have room for one!), food growing can seem daunting and inaccessible. However, there are plenty of foods that can grow in bags, like potatoes. If you’ve got a spot that gets a lot of sun (yes, even a patio or balcony will do), you can grow up … Read more
Hazelnut trees are a delicious and rewarding addition to any yard or orchard. Their sweet, nutty hazelnuts are a tasty treat, and the trees themselves are attractive with their heart-shaped leaves and catkin flowers. Propagating hazelnut trees yourself by growing them from seed is a fun project for any gardener and allows you to enjoy … Read more