Blog

Among the many noteworthy species and cultivars in the Origanum genus, I credit a ‘Hot and Spicy’ oregano plant with kick-starting my home cooking regimen 10 years ago. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. When I bought this … Read more

When selecting a container to pot your palm tree, you have many options to consider. The size, durability, style, and features of different planters impact how well they accommodate palm growth – the right container is key to the trees health and growth. Certain palm tree pots excel at proper drainage while others focus more … Read more

Living walls also known as vertical gardens have become increasingly popular for decorating both home and office spaces. A living wall is essentially a vertical structure that allows plants to grow on it. The plants are held in place by structural panels, pouches, pots, or trailing down from suspended containers. Living walls bring nature indoors … Read more

Holly trees with bright red berries are a classic choice for adding winter interest and natural beauty to gardens and landscapes The glossy green leaves and pops of vibrant color from the berries provide year-round visual appeal, Let’s explore some of the most popular holly trees that produce red berries and how to effectively use … Read more

Blood meal fertilizer may not sound like something you want in your garden, but it is a helpful gardening product. Many plants benefit from blood meal fertilizer, including fruits, vegetables, flowers, shrubs, and trees. Brassicas (cauliflower, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts) and alliums (onions, garlic, and chives) produce well when using blood meal. It is widely … Read more

Houseplants can add some some color and life to an otherwise dull space. But even if you’re making sure that they get plenty of water and sunlight, you may notice that from time-to-time, some of your plants may start to look a little lopsided. If that’s the case, you probably need to start rotating your … Read more

While adding compost to your soil can increase soil organic matter and improve soil health and fertility, too much compost can cause problems for the health of your plants and the environment. In recent years, practices like deep compost mulch, adding extra compost to high tunnels, and growing in raised beds with pure compost have … Read more

Have you ever thought about growing companion fruits? How do freshly picked strawberries and blueberries sound? Regardless of their appearing in July 4th fruit spreads, you may know if you have grown or picked either of these fruits that they don’t ripen at the same time. What makes them ideal companion plants? They can both … Read more

Ornamental grasses are beautiful additions to any garden, providing graceful movement and lovely textures While you can purchase mature grasses at nurseries, starting them yourself from seed is often more affordable Growing ornamental grasses from seed does require some patience and care, but the satisfaction of nurturing tiny seeds into mature grasses is extremely rewarding. … Read more

The words magnolia tree likely inspire visions the American South, of large shade trees with fragrant blossoms in sweet pastel colors. And though they’re often associated with states like Louisiana and Mississippi, they actually have quite a large growing range. In fact, there are types of magnolias that flourish as far north as Maine and … Read more