Fruit & Vegetable Gardening

Transform Your Trees with Pollarding – See the Dramatic Before and Afters

Pollarding is an intense pruning technique that involves cutting back the branches of a tree to just above the trunk. It results in a striking “knuckle” or “bole” shape that is quite different from a tree’s natural form. For those considering getting their trees pollarded, the before and after photos can look shockingly different! While … Read more

25 Desert Plants with Red Flowers

Deserts may seem barren, but they are home to a surprising diversity of plant life. Many desert plants produce stunning red flowers that add splashes of color to the sandy beige landscape. From cacti to shrubs to wildflowers, vibrant red blooms can thrive despite the harsh conditions. When most people think of desert plants cacti … Read more

What Temperatures Can Geraniums Tolerate? A Guide to Caring for These Beautiful Flowers

Zonale Geraniums are picky about their climate, thriving best in a cozy range of 65°F to 75°F (18°C to 24°C). These temperatures mimic their native habitat and ensure a happy, blooming plant. Geraniums are a popular flower known for their bright, colorful blooms and delightful fragrance. These beautiful plants can liven up any garden, patio … Read more

When to Plant Foxglove Seeds for a Beautiful Garden Display

Foxgloves (Digitalis) are easy to grow biennial or short-lived tender perennial flowers in shades of purple, pink, white, apricot and browns with semi-evergreen rosettes of basal foliage and upright spires of tubular bell-shaped blooms that usually appear between late spring and early summer. Most foxglove varieties are winter hardy to zone 4 or 5 and … Read more