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Maintaining a neatly trimmed lawn that extends right up to the edge of a fence can be tricky. Grass and weeds can easily grow uncontrolled along a fence line, creating an unsightly mess that detracts from your yard’s curb appeal Getting a clean, defined edge along a fence takes some work, but with the right … Read more
Lemon trees are a popular choice for home gardens and containers in warm climates. But what about growing lemons where winters are cold? With proper care and protection, lemon trees can survive and even thrive through winter outdoors in many cooler regions. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about overwintering … Read more
As a gardener, selecting the proper fertilizer is crucial for ensuring the health and productivity of your plants. Two of the most popular organic fertilizers are Garden Tone and Tomato Tone. While both provide essential nutrients, there are some key differences to consider when deciding which is best for your garden. In this article, we’ll … Read more
Calatheas are known for their patterned leaves, which unfurl during the day and turn upwards in the evening to conserve moisture. But if you’re wondering why your calathea has brown edges on its leaves, you’re not alone. “It’s a pretty common sight to see calatheas with brown, crispy leaf tips and edges,” explains Justin Hancock, … Read more
While many people are used to growing Tulips in their landscaping and flower beds, growing Tulips specifically as a cut flower to be displayed in a vase requires a completely different method and mindset! Tulips are a popular flower known for their beautiful blooms that come in a variety of colors Many people enjoy cutting … Read more
Although they’re derived from the same species as field soybeans, vegetable soybean cultivars (like edamame) have a larger seed and are generally sweeter and more digestible than field soybeans. Edamame is also harvested at an immature stage when still green, while field soybeans are allowed to dry before being picked. Similar in size and ease … Read more
An iris bed inherited with the house has an invasive weed/herb, tall grass etc growing in it. Any recommendations for keeping this bed iris only? Weeding only seems to be encouraging the weeds to come back faster . I believe I had read that mulch is not good for Iris. Any suggestions please? I acknowledge … Read more
In the early 1980s I lived for a portion of time in Knox County. My dad loved my mother a great deal and did something unusual in the back yard. He built a greenhouse. The greenhouse was not that big, so we approached this as a hobby. All of us in our family had a … Read more
Having houseplants can bring great joy and coziness to your home But they can also attract some unwelcome guests – bugs! While a few bugs here and there are usually harmless, an infestation can quickly damage and even kill your beloved plants So it’s important to act fast when you spot bugs on your houseplants. … Read more
Hyacinths are one of the easiest spring-blooming bulbs to grow. Although hyacinth plants are small, they pack a big punch of both color and fragrance in their clusters of blooms. There are many varieties available in several colors, including purple, white, yellow and pink. Hyacinth bulbs can be grown indoors as well as in your … Read more