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Fall is one of the best times to plant herbs While spring gets all the glory as prime planting season, autumn offers cooler temperatures that many herbs prefer over summer’s heat. Plus, fall-planted herbs will give you a head start on fresh flavor for cooking all winter long. If you live in an area with … Read more

Zucchini has more potassium than a banana! They are fairly recent to the US, being brought over from Italy in the 1920s. Zucchini is a warm-weather crop that thrives during the summer months. However, by starting zucchini indoors early in the season, you can get a head start on your harvest and enjoy fresh zucchini … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Lily of the valley is a spring-flowering bulb that produces dainty little bell-shaped flowers with a heady, sweet fragrance. Although lily of the valley is extremely easy to grow (and may even become aggressive), occasional division is … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. That perfect spot we select for our plants doesnt always work out. Some plants, like hostas, seem to benefit from a brutal uprooting and root disturbance; they’ll spring back quickly and flourish as new plants throughout your … Read more

Are you looking for a low-maintenance, on-trend houseplant? You cant go wrong with a type of Monstera. The fenestrate foliage (leaves with holes) that develop in mature plants is why most houseplant enthusiasts covet them. There is one feature of monstera deliciosa plants that can turn their look from beautiful to bedraggled, and thats their … Read more

Lettuce is a popular leafy vegetable that is easy to grow, making it an excellent choice for beginners. Growing lettuce is also a great way to have fresh greens in your backyard. However, lettuce plants require lots of water to thrive, and its essential to know how much water they need and how often they … Read more

Shallots are a “fancy onion”, that adds a great mild flavor to many dishes. Growing shallots couldn’t be easier, these productive plants will make a great addition to your backyard garden. This post contains affiliate links, clicking on them with not cost you anything extra, but does allow Stoney Acres to make a small commission … Read more

The best time of year to prune a shrub depends on what kind of plant it is. That’s one of the many good reasons to identify the shrubs in your yard. In general, timing your pruning isn’t as complicated as many homeowners fear. Here are some general tips and words of wisdom from the pros: … Read more

The unsightly yellow or brown spots on your otherwise lush, green lawn often are the work of man’s best friend, whether it’s your dog or a neighbor’s. While it’s true that once you see the dog lawn spots, it’s too late to prevent that damage, you can take steps to prevent them or repair them … Read more

Forcing hyacinth bulbs to bloom early indoors is a fun winter project that can brighten up your home with beautiful colors and fragrances during the cold weather months. With just a little bit of effort you can have gorgeous hyacinth blooms as early as January or February when there’s still snow on the ground outside. … Read more