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Want to know how to grow ginger? We are successfully growing ginger US zone 6b and have done so for multiple years. Ginger is a bit of a diva crop, especially when grown outside its natural environment. However, the taste and health benefits of ginger make it worth the effort to grow! Ginger is a … Read more
Planted in a sunny, sheltered spot, ideally trained against a warm wall, a peach tree will reward you with pretty spring blossom followed by a crop of sweet, juicy, succulent fruits in summer. Compact varieties can also be grown in containers. Grow peaches in a warm, sunny location outdoors or in a greenhouse Although you … Read more
Oaks are large, long-lived trees in the genus Quercus, and are related to beeches and chestnuts. These iconic trees have played an important role in British culture and landscape for many centuries. Traditionally used for its timber, oak was highly valued as a durable material for building ships, houses and furniture. The UK has two … Read more
If you love summer gardening and usually stick to zucchini and yellow crookneck squash, why not add some interest to your patch with delightful looking and delicious scallop squash? Also known as patty pan squash, these beautifully shaped cucurbits take this common name from the scallop-edged pans that were intended for making small cakes or … Read more
Every Spring I received many emails from visitors to Rhubarb Central, asking for help with the question of, “Where can I buy rhubarb plants?”, and often the more urgent questions of, “I cant find any place that sells rhubarb plants, can you help?”. *FTC Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I may earn from qualifying purchases … Read more
Discover 50+ star-shaped flowers with symmetrical blooms that look like stars. However, each has a unique touch of beauty and requires diverse care. Were you impressed by the beautiful magnolia or Queen’s Cup flowers? Do you know what they have in common? Let’s explore this group of flowers together, examining what sets them apart and … Read more
Candytuft is a flowering woody subshrub, though it is sometimes categorized as a perennial known for its clusters of small, multi-petaled white or pastel flowers. Candytuft grows best in drier, less humid conditions and requires full to partial sun, well-draining soil of any pH, and grows in a variety of temperatures. Candytuft is slightly toxic … Read more
As a child, I played every day in the garden in front of my house in my home town of Rheinlandpflanz. There, my interest in nature grew, as did my aspirations to become a natural scientist. I now study horticultural phytotechnology and am currently writing my bachelor’s thesis on the topic of crop protection in … Read more
Hostas (Hosta spp.) are cold-hardy, shade-loving perennials that grow in shade gardens across U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 through 9, depending on the species and cultivar. To grow hostas under pine trees (Pinus spp., zones 2-9, depending on species), you must pay careful attention to the planting and growing conditions. Still, with … Read more
The amaryllis is cherished for its breathtaking beauty and rich symbolic meaning, but does this captivating bloom also possess an alluring fragrance? This question often perplexes amaryllis lovers, so let’s peel back the petals on the elusive scent of this flower. The Subtle, Sweet Scent of Amaryllis While not remarkably fragrant like some flowers, the … Read more