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When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. I must admit I have a rebellious gardening streak that makes an appearance every once in a while. You know – rebellious as in bucking good ol’ fashioned gardening advice because, well, just because. I was a … Read more

As a tomato gardener, I’m always looking for ways to maximize the health, productivity, and taste of my cherished tomato plants One of the best tricks I’ve discovered is using bone meal fertilizer. Applying this organic supplement at the right times when growing tomatoes can significantly increase flowering, fruit production, and overall vigor. But when … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. If you think that pomegranate trees are exotic specimens that require a specialized environment and an expert’s touch, you may be surprised that growing pomegranate trees indoors is actually relatively easy. In fact, indoor pomegranate trees actually … Read more

Without a doubt the most famous carnivorous plant, the Venus Flytrap is – for many growers – a gateway drug! Charles Darwin famously described the plant as “one of the most wonderful in the world,” and few who have witnessed a healthy trap snapping shut on an insect would disagree. Venus Flytraps attract prey using … Read more

Boston ferns are treasured houseplants known for their graceful, cascading fronds that add an elegant, old-fashioned feel to any indoor space But these beauties can be finicky, and it’s common to see brown tips or edges appear on the fronds If your Boston fern is turning brown, don’t panic! With some detective work and a … Read more

Theres an old proverb that says, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” In a culture that is accustomed to instant gratification, the natural process of growing fruit trees may seem like an eternity. However, any gardener will remind you that anything worth doing is … Read more

White specks on rose leaves can be alarming for rose gardeners. These blemishes can appear overnight, marring the beauty of your roses and leaving you puzzled about the cause. While concerning, white spots on rose leaves are usually harmless and can be effectively managed with diligent care. Read on to uncover the root causes of … Read more

Schefflera, commonly called umbrella plants or trees, make excellent tropical houseplants. The larger Schefflera actinophylla features long, shiny, oval green leaves that droop gracefully from a central stalk, resembling an umbrella. Schefflera arboricola (dwarf schefflera) features smaller, glossy leaves, sometimes with creamy variegation. These easy-growing plants can live 25 years or longer and produce flowers, … Read more

Cherry trees are prized for their beautiful blossoms in spring and their sweet, tasty fruit in summer. That’s why many gardeners want to propagate new cherry trees from existing ones, to multiply their favorite varieties. Luckily, propagating cherry trees at home is a straightforward process. There are two main techniques: taking stem cuttings or grafting. … Read more

Common mullein (Verbascum thapsus) grows in pastures and meadows that have been neglected, on the side of the road and the edges of woods, along fence rows, in vacant lots and industrial areas. In the first year, plants grow low to the ground, bearing rosettes of hairy leaves. Gray-green in color, oblong to lanceolate, each … Read more