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Did you know that all plants, even if in the slightest way, have the ability of movement? We’re not talking about the obvious types of movements plants make that can be fully explained, like a venus flytrap catching its prey or sunflowers growing toward the sun, but rather a routine reflexive occurrence called nyctinasty or … Read more

Hey there, fellow garden enthusiasts! I’ve been working with ground covers for over a decade, and let me tell you – getting the spacing right can make or break your garden’s success Today, I’m gonna share everything you need to know about spacing ground cover plants perfectly, based on my hands-on experience and expert research … Read more

Hey plant lovers! I’m super excited to share my experience with one of the most stunning hanging basket plants – the Dollar Princess Fuchsia. As an avid gardener, I’ve grown these beauties for years, and lemme tell you, they’re worth every penny (pun intended! ). What Makes Dollar Princess Fuchsia Special? This gorgeous hardy fuchsia … Read more

Hey crafty friends! Today at CraftyParent.com, we’re gonna buzz into something super exciting – making the cutest bumblebees ever! I’ve been crafting with my kiddos lately, and lemme tell you, these bumblebee projects are total winners. They’re not just fun to make, but they also help little ones who might be a bit scared of … Read more

All over Cape Cod, Hydrangea lovers are looking at the forecast for the night of March 21st and 22nd, and wondering if the twenty-degree temperatures are going to harm the buds on their Hydrangeas. After last year’s Polar Vortex, which caused most of these shrubs to die back to the ground and have fewer flowers, … Read more

If you regularly feed birds in your backyard, you may have noticed a feeding frenzy around your feeders at certain times of day. In contrast, other periods are far quieter, with little feeding activity. Observe for long enough, and you’ll notice patterns, including which species arrive first, which stay longest and which seem to have … Read more

Hey plant lovers! I’ve been growing alocasias for years, and one of the most common questions I get from fellow gardeners is about planting alocasia bulbs. Specifically, which way should they face? I’m gonna break this down for you in simple terms and share some pro tips I’ve learned through trial and error The Quick … Read more

Sweet peas have been part of my garden for three years now—but for most of that time, you’d never guess it. Year after year, I planted them with high hopes, only to watch them struggle, barely producing the lush vines and fragrant blooms I had envisioned. Sweet peas have a reputation for being both charming … Read more

Hey fellow gardeners! I’ve been testing the Garden Patch GrowBox for several months now and I gotta tell you – this little self-watering planter has some interesting quirks. Let me break down everything you need to know before buying one. Quick Verdict The GrowBox is great for growing veggies in small spaces, but it ain’t … Read more

Hey there fellow garden enthusiasts! I’ve been obsessing over peach trees lately and lemme tell you – there’s nothing quite like biting into a fresh, juicy peach you’ve grown yourself. Today, I’m gonna share everything I’ve learned about getting started with peach trees from seeds and where to find the best ones for sale. Why … Read more