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Daylilies are beloved for their wide range of colors and patterns One especially eye-catching combination is a vibrant red flower with a contrasting yellow throat, This pairing adds a pop of color and visual drama to any garden When selecting a red daylily with a yellow throat considerations like bloom time plant size, reblooming habits, … Read more
I am a student of agricultural sciences and a real country kid. At home, I love tending my small vegetable garden and spending time out in nature. When not outdoors, I love to write. Beyond gardening and writing, however, I am particularly passionate about wildlife. Favourite fruit: currants and raspberries Favourite vegetables: salsify, savoy cabbage … Read more
As a nature and garden photographer I’m always looking for ways to showcase the intricate details and sublime beauty of plants. One of my favorite techniques is capturing extreme close-ups of flowers leaves, stems, seeds, and other plant parts. There’s something magical about looking at plants on a macro scale – it allows you to … Read more
Valerian is a critical ingredient used in many potions throughout the wizarding world of Harry Potter. However, not all potions contain this magical plant. In the popular game Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery, players are tasked with brewing various concoctions and must know which ones require valerian. This article will uncover the mystery of which potion … Read more
I study landscape ecology and through my studies have discovered a love for plants. Plants are not only beautiful, but also have countless fascinating survival strategies. To bring a bit of nature into my home as well, I nurture my houseplants and herbs on every possible windowsill. Favourite fruit: rhubarb and all kinds of berries … Read more
We grow snake plants because we love their rich green leaves. But brown leaves affect the plants beauty and health. We should address the issues and cure them as early as possible so that the disease does not spread to the other parts of the leaves. In this article, I will talk about why snake … Read more
Ive always loved growing my own food, and growing sugar snap peas has been a delightful addition to my garden and our kitchen. That snap and crunch you get when biting into them, with their refreshing sweet taste, is indeed a fun moment! Sugar snap peas are a cool-season crop and an annual vegetable, meaning … Read more
Tomatoes grow in a bed with peppers, strawberries and basil, as well as flowers that attract pollinators. Photo by: Proven Winners. Tomatoes are a staple in vegetable gardens and home cooking. Many gardeners plant them in their backyards and in containers because they are rich in nutrients, delicious and productive. Tomato plants are easy to … Read more
Around September each year, Ill start to look for Shagbark hickory nuts (common hickory or Carya ovata)-one of my favorite things to forage in the fall. They may be smaller than black walnuts and butternuts, but the flavor and versatility in how they can be used makes them more than worth the effort they take … Read more
Picture this: You just finished fertilizing your lawn, and you’re feeling pretty good about yourself. Your grass is going to be the envy of the neighborhood. Some of your beautiful flower beds are looking… not so great. The petals are browning, leaves are wilting, and you’re starting to panic. Will lawn fertilizer kill flowers? The … Read more