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There is nothing quite like the sweet juiciness of a fresh-picked strawberry on a warm summer’s day. Growing strawberries in your garden is an incredibly rewarding and surprisingly beginner-friendly process. You can grow strawberries in hanging baskets, patio containers, raised garden beds, or even as a trailing groundcover. Once established, strawberry plants are easy to … Read more
Sunflowers are an iconic flower known for their bright yellow petals and tall stalks that tower over many other plants. They are a popular choice for gardens because of their beauty and ability to attract pollinators. However, some gardeners have concerns that sunflowers may have detrimental effects on other plants growing nearby. There has been … Read more
Do Wasps Rebuild Destroyed Nests?Wasps can be a nuisance when they build nests on your property. You may be tempted to simply knock down or remove a problematic wasp nest hoping the wasps will get the message and leave your yard alone. But do wasps actually rebuild destroyed nests in the same spot? Or will … Read more
Uh-oh. Does your outdoor gardenia have brittle branches and brown leaves following a bout of freezing temperatures? If you’re left wondering whether the ornamental shrub, Gardenia jasminoides, could come back from that damage, my answer is a definite, “Maybe.” We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of … Read more
What is mulch? Mulch is a thick layer of material placed over the soil and around plants, used to suppress weeds and lock moisture into the soil, while acting as a physical barrier to drying winds and direct sun. Some mulches also contain nutrients, acting as slow-release plant food. As worms take the mulch into … Read more
Native Maple trees are generally available from nurseries in one of three forms: container grown, balled and burlapped (B&B) or bare root trees. Each type of tree has its own advantages and disadvantages. Container grown trees have the advantage of a root system that is relatively undisturbed at the time of planting. Native Maples are … Read more
Narcissus bulbs, commonly known as daffodils, are a beloved harbinger of spring. With their cheery blooms in shades of yellow, white, orange, pink and more, they signal that winter is finally over. For these bulbs to thrive and flower optimally year after year, proper planting depth is essential. In this comprehensive guide, we will cover … Read more
Spring is an exciting time for gardeners. The soil is warming up days are getting longer and it’s time to start planting again! Choosing the right plants to put in the ground now will give you months of beauty and enjoyment through the spring, summer, and even into fall. Here are the 10 best plants … Read more
This website is reader-supported – thank you! This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Whether its a cherry tomato plant or a beefy tomato variety youre growing, the absence of flowers can be baffling and, honestly, a bit disheartening. Its a … Read more
Lavender (Lavandula spp.) is an asset in any garden. Its highly fragrant, produces beautiful blooms, attracts bees, butterflies and other pollinators, and performs equally well in herb, flower and rock gardens, in borders, and in pots. Several lavender species with numerous cultivars are available, but its not always easy to know which type of lavender … Read more