Gardening Tips & Techniques

What Does a Dead Rose Bush Look Like? Identifying and Reviving Struggling Roses

Roses are durable, hardy shrubs that thrive in a variety of climates. These beauties are fairly easy to grow, but sometimes they weaken due to pests, disease, and environmental conditions. If your formerly healthy rose bush starts to look feeble, what steps can you take? Unfortunately, because there are a few different conditions that can … Read more

When to Transplant Canna Lilies for Healthy Growth

Canna Tropicanna®: The original Tropicanna, Tropicanna Gold, and Tropicanna Black Photo Credit Anthony Tesselaar Plants Botanical Name Canna x generalis Plant Type With their lush, tropical foliage and dazzling blooms in shades of red orange yellow and pink, canna lilies bring drama to gardens and landscape beds. While they aren’t true lilies, these rhizomatous perennials … Read more

The Ideal Temperature for Growing Healthy, Bountiful Mushrooms

Controlling temperature levels when growing mushrooms is essential for a successful harvest. By using a thermometer/temperature sensor, heating pad, cooling fan, or greenhouse, you can achieve the ideal growing conditions for your mushrooms. It is important to monitor the temperature levels regularly and make any necessary adjustments to ensure healthy and thriving mushrooms. Mushroom growing … Read more