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It’s essential to store dried chile peppers in the proper environment—away from light and heat—to keep them in tip-top condition for as long as possible. A dry chile is a pod packed with flavor and can deliver varying amounts of spicy fire. If they are improperly stored, they can quickly lose flavor and may even … Read more
A classic country garden flower that also holds its own in a more formal setting, peonies have been bred and developed for thousands of years by the Chinese, Japanese and now the Americans. We stock both the traditional ‘lactiflora’ types and the more modern ‘intersectionals’ whose luscious flowers are held on woody stems and rarely … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Rosemary is a popular culinary herb in the home garden. It can be planted either in the ground or in containers, but depending on how you grow this herb, how you water your rosemary plant differs. Rosemary … Read more
Charcoal ashes are a common backyard gardening dilemma – what do you do with the leftover ash after a barbecue? Can you use charcoal ash for plants, or should you avoid it? In this detailed guide, we’ll examine the pros and cons to find out if charcoal ashes are good for plants or not Charcoal … Read more
Transplanting raspberries in Summer is never ideal, but if you must transplant bramble bushes in hot weather, these tips can help give you the best possible success. “Is there ever a right wrong way to do things?” Shovel in hand, thats what I asked myself as I dug a hole in the sod of our … Read more
Shallots are a versatile and tasty vegetable that are perfect for planting in the fall garden. With their mild sweet onion flavor, homegrown shallots are a real delicacy and add delicious depth to many dishes. By planting shallot bulbs in the autumn and caring for them through winter, you can enjoy a bountiful harvest of … Read more
Amaryllis is treated by some as a seasonal home decoration, with many plants purchased in the run-up to Christmas and then discarded when the blooming period is over. However, these tropical plants are actually perennial, and when you provide them with the right conditions and care, you can enjoy their blooms in winter or early … Read more
Give yourself a gift by planting hydrangeas. This beautiful flowering plant boasts large clusters of colorful blooms, making it a stunning addition to your landscape. Hydrangeas are beloved flowers that brighten up gardens with their large, colorful blooms. Their soft colors and full flower heads have made them a quintessential flower for many yards and … Read more
Planting bulbs with children is a great way to get them engaged with the garden, as the bulbs are large and easy for them to handle and the actual planting is very straightforward. The activity involves crumbling the soil with their hands, patting it down and sorting and placing the bulbs, I also let my … Read more
The American Hosta Growers Association defines giant hosta as those that exceed 30 inches in height. There are several cultivars now that are in the 48 inch range. The size GIANT Hostas can achieve in your garden is determined by the light exposure, the available water and the depth and quality of the soil. All … Read more