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Can You Transplant Rose of Sharon in the Spring? Rose of Sharon is a popular flowering shrub valued for its upright form and large, colorful blooms Its flowers come in shades of blue, pink, purple, red, and white With star-shaped petals and prominent yellow stamens, the blossoms add cheer to the garden in summer when … Read more

Unravel the mystery of your polka dot plants curling leaves and revive its lush beauty! Having a polka dot plant with vibrant, colorful foliage is a joy for any houseplant enthusiast. But nothing is more frustrating than noticing those once-vibrant leaves starting to curl under and crinkle. If you’ve noticed your polka dot plant’s leaves … Read more

The Red bird of paradise is a remarkable flowering shrub that provides reliable, showy blooms for a long period of time, even in triple-digit heat. With a high tolerance for heat and low to moderate water needs, this flower quickly gained popularity in warm and dry places like Palm Springs, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Daylilies are beautiful perennial flowers that are very low maintenance and high reward. They earn a rightful place in plenty of flower beds and garden path borders. What if you want to bring that reliable and exuberant … Read more

Every year I tell myself I’m going to embrace the winter season and enjoy the process of putting my plants to bed until the following spring. And every year, my attempt at improving my attitude is seriously challenged when it comes to saying “goodbye” to my hostas. They are such a reliable, ever-present part of … Read more

Calendula is a cheerful, long-blooming annual that adds vibrant color to gardens. Its bright, daisy-like flowers bloom from late spring through fall frost. With its easy care requirements and ability to self-seed, calendula is an excellent flower for beginner gardeners One of the best things about growing calendula is that collecting and saving the seeds … Read more

Ground cover plants are essential for any garden or landscape They provide year-round foliage, help control erosion, and allow you to avoid mowing tricky slopes and hills Evergreen ground covers are especially useful since they maintain their leaves through the winter when most plants lose theirs. When selecting evergreen ground cover there are a few … Read more

Cedar trees are a popular choice for landscaping due to their attractive foliage, hardiness, and versatility Though cedars are relatively easy to grow, proper planting and care is key to ensuring your cedar trees thrive In this complete guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about how to successfully plant and grow … Read more

The RSPB is reminding Christmas dinner chefs not to put the cooking fat from their festive roast out for garden birds as the greasy mixture can damage their feathers. Christmas is a time for feasting and living off the fat of the land, not least for garden birds. But doing so could prove fatal for … Read more

Papaver (or Oriental Poppies) are hardy and can tolerate winter temperatures down to -20°C. This means you can plant them directly outside in pots or borders in spring or autumn. Always plant Papaver bare roots as soon as possible on arrival, ideally within a few days of delivery. — Plant your oriental poppy bare roots … Read more