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Controlling weeds and grass in large yards or acreages can feel like an impossible task. Left unchecked weeds spread aggressively stealing water and nutrients from desired plants. Finding the right weed and grass killer is key to reclaiming overgrown areas and keeping them maintained. With so many products on the market, choosing the best option … Read more
Italian Parsley, or Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum, is a biennial herb that enters its blooming phase under specific conditions. The transition from leafy greens to flowering tops is a natural progression in the plants life cycle, often triggered by environmental cues. Parsley is a versatile culinary herb, but did you know you can eat more … Read more
A little while ago I saw Philippa Stewart on BBC Gardeners’ World – she’s a Dahlia grower that has also discovered drying them. I was aware they could be dried but I’d never been inspired to try these myself until now. The pics above and below are of some fabulous vermilion Dahlias I bought for … Read more
Hicks yew (Taxus x media ‘Hicksii’) is a popular evergreen shrub valued for its columnar shape and lush green foliage. With its narrow upright habit and dense needles it’s ideal for hedges, screens and foundation plantings. But how fast does this versatile yew grow? In this complete guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know … Read more
Identifying and Harvesting Ripe Morning Glory Seed Pods for Saving Seeds Morning glory, Ipomoea purpurea, is a flowering annual vine for USDA Hardiness Zones 2 to 11 Native to Mexico, it has trumpet-shaped blooms that measure two to three inches across. Colors include blue, pink, purple, and white As the flowers fade, seed pods develop … Read more
A few months ago I talked about planting seeds for fruit trees. Today on social media I saw a recommendation for something you hear about much less frequently. This involves removing the suckers that grow around a fruit tree and transplanting them with a bit of root still attached. Now I won’t lie, this is … Read more
Begonias are often grown in containers or pots due to their fondness of being slightly root-bound and so that they can be easily moved to a pride of place when looking their best. A group of tender flowering perennials, begonias are often grown as container or hanging basket half hardy annuals or as houseplants here … Read more
The tiger lily is a popular flower amongst gardeners and the non-botanical crowd. The tiger lily is an exotic, tropical-looking flower with a thick, tubular shape. Wild tiger lilies are not hard to come by, and you can see them growing throughout North America. Tiger lilies will often bloom through the warm summer months and … Read more
Bold colors in a compact plant make this striking variety ideal for small pots and mixed containers; great garden performance in sun or shade This annual plant will grow to be 12 to 18 inches high, and will spread approximately 16 to 18 inches when fully matured. Flamethrower coleus is one of the most popular … Read more
Leek seeds are a great option for home gardeners who want to save seeds year after year Leeks are biennial plants, meaning they take two years to complete their lifecycle and produce seeds. With some planning and patience, you can easily save leek seeds from your healthiest plants for future harvests Overview of Saving Leek … Read more