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Ants are omnivorous insects that feed on a diverse range of food sources. When it comes to plants, ants interact with them in various ways as part of their feeding habits. While ants do not directly consume most plant material, they do have complex dietary relationships with vegetation. The Basics of Ant Diet Different ant … Read more

For many gardeners, the first plant they were given to grow and care for as a child was a Venus fly trap (Dionaea muscipula). This fun plant is carnivorous and catches flies, much to the amusement of anyone lucky enough to see it in action. Native to North and South Carolina, Venus fly trap is … Read more

Yellow lilies with red spots are some of the most striking flowers you can grow in your garden. The vibrant contrast between the sunny yellow petals and ruby spots grabs attention even from a distance. These beauties brighten borders, containers and cutting gardens with their colorful blooms. In this article we’ll explore some of the … Read more

Wisteria vines are beautiful flowering vines that can grow quite large over time. If your wisteria has outgrown its current location, you may be considering transplanting it to a new spot. Transplanting an established wisteria vine is challenging but can be done with proper planning and care. Why Transplant a Mature Wisteria? There are several … Read more

Yellow Leaves on Zucchini Plants: Causes and Solutions Zucchini is one of the most prolific and easy-to-grow vegetables. However even this fast-growing crop can run into problems. One common issue is yellow leaves on zucchini plants, a condition known as chlorosis. Yellowing leaves indicate the plant is stressed and is a warning sign that something … Read more

For a sun-loving perennial that can enhance the appeal of your pollinator garden, consider bee balm. In this guide, we will tell you all about bee balm flowers, how to grow and care for them, and what varieties you can plant. Use the table of contents below to jump to the section you are interested … Read more

This article is republished with permissions from theJanuary 2020 issueof Washington Gardener, a publication covering Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area gardens. If you’ve read any of my past diatribes, you know that I favor scientific, botanical nomenclature above “common names”. That’s caused many of my readers to come to think of me as a … Read more

Growers must use irrigation on raspberries, especially during the fruiting period, to get high-quality fruit. Water stress causes unmarketable, crumbly berries, and reduces plant growth and yield. Establish a water source and test the water quality prior to selecting a site for your raspberry planting, to determine whether the water source is suitable for raspberries. … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. My Monstera deliciosa still remains one of my favorite houseplants in my collection. When I first bought it a couple of years ago, it was just two feet tall and has now doubled in size. I made … Read more

This list was compiled by gardener Hannah Miller and reviewed by horticulturist Elizabeth Smith. Published to Ideas on the 15th March 2023. We independently research, combine and grow plants in our gardens. If you buy something via links, we may earn a commission. Explore our editorial process. Ball-shaped flowers, also known as pom-pom flowers, can … Read more