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Parsley is more than a garnish! While it may look pretty on your plate, it is also an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K. Since it was first used by the Romans, parsley has been cultivated in home gardens and enjoyed for centuries in all kinds of recipes. An easy herb to grow, … 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
Sunflowers are famous for their tall stems and bright, yellow blooms. Aside from the flower’s beauty, its seeds are highly nutritious. Although sunflowers grow best in full sun, they’re a tough plant and can withstand dry climates and most soil types. Beginner and experienced gardeners alike will enjoy the minimal care required to grow a … Read more
How to Keep Tall Grasses From Falling Over Tall ornamental grasses can add gorgeous height, texture, and movement to any garden. But their soaring stems often tend to flop over and collapse, especially after rain or wind storms. This defeated, flattened appearance ruins the beauty of ornamental grasses. Luckily, with some simple techniques, you can … Read more
As a homeowner trying to grow a lush, green lawn, one of the most frustrating things is when squirrels dig up and eat newly planted grass seed. I’ve been there – eagerly waiting for those first little sprouts to emerge, only to find dirt pits and bare patches where seed used to be If you’ve … Read more
Bushes That Look Like Lilacs Gorgeous Alternatives for Your Garden Lilacs are beloved spring-blooming shrubs, but their brief period of glory and sometimes overgrown habit can be limiting. Luckily, many other plants share the charming blossoms and form of lilacs while offering key differences. Keep reading to discover beautiful bushes that resemble lilacs for diverse … Read more
The classification “succulent” covers a massive variety of plants from many different species and genera, each with different properties, including growth size. Depending on the succulent you have, your plant may grow quite large or stay rather small. Regardless, all succulents have opportunities for growth as long as they’re given proper love and attention. Succulents … Read more
Peony plants offer big, fluffy, fragrant flowers in a wide range of colors, forms and sizes. These resilient, long-lived (some to 100 years) perennial bushes have a history of popularity as a garden plant. There are three types of peonies: tree, Itoh (intersectional), and herbaceous (bush). Compare them in detail here: Types of Peonies. Tree … Read more
Roses are a favorite flowering plant of gardeners all over the world. Although there are over 150 species of roses to choose from, they all share the same delicate and romantic look. Rose bushes are a common choice to add to your garden, but maybe you want something a little different. Whereas beginner gardeners may … Read more
Clematis are popular perennial climbers, providing height and colour throughout the season. They look particularly good with roses. There’s a huge variety of clematis to grow, with flowers ranging in size from small bells to large dinner plates. Clematis can be good for wildlife, clothing walls, fences and trellis with leaves and flowers, which provide … Read more