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When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Isn’t it satisfying to harvest your own raspberries? I love the way a perfectly warm, ripe raspberry rolls off its mount into my fingers. The raspberry aroma is tangy, and the taste of a fresh raspberry is … Read more

Alyssum is a great flower. It’s hardy, easy to grow and makes for a beautiful ground cover. So no surprise it’s so popular. But not all plants make good neighbors for alyssum. Some can compete for resources, attract pests or just don’t play well together. So you’ll want to avoid those plants if you’re growing … Read more

St. John’s Bush and St. John’s Wort – two herbs with remarkably similar names yet very different purposes and uses. Their names often cause confusion, so let’s break down exactly what sets these two plants apart. Overview of St. John’s Bush First, St. John’s Bush (scientifically known as Justicia pectoralis) is a flowering herb that … Read more

Whether youre looking to add a splash of color to your front yard or create a peaceful oasis in your backyard, get inspired with these 32 flower bed ideas. One of the easiest and most effective ways to beautify your outdoor space is to add flowers! White roses, orange canna lilies, deep purple bellflowers, colorful … Read more

For dog lovers who also want houseplants, the question “Are monsteras toxic to dogs?” is a hot topic. And, unfortunately, the answer is…yes. All monstera species (and most aroids, honestly) are toxic to dogs, cats, and humans. But just how toxic are monstera plants for dogs? Can you find a way for your monstera and … Read more

Do you love sunflowers? If so, you’re not alone! But if you’ve always thought sunflowers only grow a single large bloom, you might be in for a surprise. Some sunflowers actually grow multiple heads, and this unique trait comes with plenty of benefits. Not every sunflower variety does this, though—which is exactly what we’ll explore … Read more

Vibrant ballerina-like flowers and intriguing foliage make cyclamen a popular choice among avid gardeners and homeowners. This tuberous perennial can be grown indoors as a houseplant or outdoors in rockeries and woodland gardens. Plants begin actively growing in fall, going dormant during warm summer months. Cyclamen is a cool weather perennial grown from a flat … Read more

In a small garden, following a few key principles when planning and planting will help make your garden look bigger and feel less cluttered. Whether you have a tiny garden or a small patio, there are many ways you can improve your space. Taking time to choose colour schemes, picking plants that will flower for … Read more

The first time I needed to know how to get rid of rhubarb, I went about it all wrong. And that rhubarb plant was still haunting me the following summer, despite the fact I was trying to grow new plants practically on top of it! To get rhubarb removal right, you need to make sure … Read more

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