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When you picture the perfect fall-styled front porch, it’s safe to assume there are a few staples: a few pumpkins, gourds, and some potted mums. Mums seem to be everyone’s favorite fall flower—but recently, we’ve spotted a new trend on the rise. Marigolds are replacing mums as the perfect fall flower, and we can totally … Read more
As a flower farmer and florist, I am always on the lookout for unique blooms to add texture, movement, and pops of color to my floral designs. One of my absolute favorites is the whimsical, ruffled ranunculus. Often described as the “rose of spring”, ranunculus produce lush, sweetly scented flowers in breathtaking colors during the … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Mulberry (Morus spp.) trees are fast-growing, deciduous trees known for their variable leaf shapes, their delicious berries, and the terrible stains those berries can make if they hit the sidewalk rather than someone’s mouth. Some have red … Read more
Do you have small black flies living in your house plant compost? Or hovering around your house plants? These are fungus gnats, also known as house plant flies and sciarid flies. They’re mostly harmless – adult gnats cause little or no harm to plants, but they can become a nuisance in the home. Their tiny … Read more
Potatoes are a staple crop that can be grown successfully in USDA hardiness zone 6 with some planning and preparation. Knowing the optimal time to plant is key to getting a bountiful harvest of delicious potatoes. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about planting potatoes in zone 6, including timing, … Read more
Strawberries are delicious. They are packed with nutrition. And it is not just humans that love to eat them. Whether your strawberry fields are large or small, birds, insects, and other pests will compete for your crop. In this article we will give you some simple suggestions for letting our animal friends find other sources … Read more
Dianthus is a popular flower loved for its frilly, colorful blooms and heavenly scent. These hardy plants come in a variety of forms, from low-growing groundcover to tall cutting plants. With their long blooming season and easy care requirements, it’s no wonder dianthus are a favorite among gardeners. Learning how to properly plant and care … Read more
Growing fig trees can be an extremely rewarding endeavor. The sight of those large, plump figs hanging from vibrant branches is enough to make any gardener’s mouth water. However, one of the most common questions asked by new fig growers is “how long for a fig tree to bear fruit?” The truth is that there … Read more
Fuchsia is a tender perennial most often grown as an annual in containers and hanging baskets. The hardy varieties, such as F. magellanica, are perennials in zones 6-9 and will easily grow in a container year round. The hybrids, such as F. ‘Swingtime’ or F. ‘Dark Eyes’, are considered annuals in most growing zones but … Read more
With a little luck and good timing, sometimes simply sticking a tree in the ground and walking away can be enough for it to survive. But knowing how to plant a tree the right way, will ensure success every time. In my book, there are 7 steps for planting success which I share below. Suffice … Read more