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Growing evergreen plants in pots is one of the most unglamorous but truly useful things you can do to improve the design of your garden. It isn’t hard and colorful – more like bonsai without all the tedious snipping. But what you get for your efforts is lots of interesting textures, colors, and shapes to … Read more

Elephant ears are stunning tropical plants known for their huge, heart-shaped leaves. But since they aren’t cold hardy, overwintering elephant ears in pots takes some special care if you want to keep them from year to year I’ve successfully overwintered my potted elephant ears multiple times now So in this comprehensive guide, I’ll share my … Read more

Homegrown garlic takes up little space and requires little effort to get a good harvest. It’s an easy crop to grow, spouting from a garlic bulb separated into cloves, which you plant individually. Certified, disease-free garlic bulbs are sold at garden centres or online. Softneck varieties Softneck is the most common garlic type in supermarkets. … Read more

Yoshino cherry trees are renowned for their abundant pink or white blossoms that emerge in spring, gracing gardens and landscapes with their captivating beauty. But beyond their spectacular floral display, you may wonder – how long do these classic ornamental cherries actually live? It’s a common question, as Yoshinos have gained a reputation for having … Read more

The magnolia is a majestic tree appreciated for its spectacular flowers and dense foliage. However, before considering planting a magnolia in your garden, it is crucial to understand its root system. The roots play an essential role in the trees growth, but they can also impact the surrounding space. In this article, we will explore … Read more

Blue hydrangeas are one of the most sought-after flowering shrubs due to their stunning large blossoms in shades of sky blue. But getting those coveted blue blooms requires specific care when it comes to choosing the right variety, providing acidic soil, watering, feeding, pruning, and winter protection. Follow this complete guide to properly grow, feed, … Read more

If you’ve ever purchased potted plants or veggie starts, or opened a bag of commercial potting mix, you may have noticed tiny white balls in the soil that look like Styrofoam bits. These white balls are actually important soil components called perlite, and they’re not simply fillers or artificial rocks as some people might believe. … Read more

As many gardeners know, daffodils are dependable “repeaters,” perennials that return year after year with more and more blooms. But tulips are somewhat different. The tulip, for all its spectacular beauty, is one of the easiest flowers to grow successfully in the garden. Plant a bulb in fall and even a novice gardener can expect … Read more

Learn to prolong the life of your overcrowded asparagus patch by transplanting asparagus using these tips to ease the process of transplanting. There’s one good reason for not transplanting asparagus: It’s a lot of work! However, it’s also the only way to get full production in the first spring following planting. My original asparagus patch, … Read more

Mother in law’s tongue, also known as snake plant or Sansevieria, is a popular houseplant known for its upright, sword-shaped leaves. While it prefers to be slightly rootbound, there comes a time when it needs repotting into a larger container. This allows the roots more room to grow and provides fresh potting mix Repotting mother … Read more