Gardening Tips & Techniques

Where to Buy Mandevilla Plants: Your Ultimate Guide to Finding These Stunning Tropical Beauties

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The mandevilla plant has become a common patio plant, and rightfully so. The brilliant mandevilla flowers add a tropical flair to any landscape. With over 100 species, Mandevilla is a diverse genus. These tropical vines are prized … Read more

Experience the Magic at Wild Rose Choose and Cut: Your Ultimate Guide to Finding the Perfect Christmas Tree

Located at N4748 22nd Ave in Wild Rose, WI, Hansen Family Choose and Cut, has plenty of cut-your-own Christmas trees to make your holiday season truly memorable. Our Christmas Tree Farm is proudly family-owned and we’d like to think you can ‘feel’ the difference on your visit. We specialize in growing Balsam Fir and Fraser … Read more

How to Keep Squirrels Away from Your Patio: 15 Battle-Tested Solutions That Actually Work

While its charming to watch squirrels play in the trees, its a different story when they start causing chaos on your porch. You might have had your fair share of their troublesome behaviour, from damaging your plants to scattering your outdoor cushions. But worry not, we have practical advice to assist you in dissuading these … Read more

Where to Buy Awapuhi Plants: Your Complete Guide to Shampoo Ginger in 2025

Hey plant lovers! I’ve been getting tons of questions about where to find Awapuhi plants (also known as shampoo ginger) for sale. As someone who’s been growing these amazing plants for years, I’m super excited to share everything I know about buying and growing them. Let’s dive right in! What’s So Special About Awapuhi (Zingiber … Read more

Weeds That Look Like Phlox: How to Identify and Remove Invasive Dame’s Rocket

When your garden bursts into purple blooms in early summer, your first instinct may be to admire the phlox. But on closer inspection, you may find you’re actually seeing stands of an invasive weed called dame’s rocket. Though it resembles phlox at first glance, dame’s rocket can take over gardens and natural areas if left … Read more

How to Successfully Transplant Carrot Seedlings for a Bountiful Harvest

After one or two seasons of experience, most gardeners make good progress achieving success with their favorite vegetable crops, except for carrots. Have you heard the old saying, “you make your own luck?” This is certainly the case with carrots. By attending to details and avoiding the pitfalls discussed below, you can grow at least … Read more