Plant Care & Maintenance

[vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background__as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” css_animation=””][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Are you looking to take your garlic to the next level, try aging your garlic. You may have seen s or even been served black garlic at a restaurant and wondered how to make it. Black garlic is a type of aged garlic whose browning … Read more

Fertilizer and plant food – two terms that are often used interchangeably by gardeners. But are they really the same thing? The short answer is no. While both contribute to plant health and growth, there are some key differences between fertilizer and plant food. This article will explain what each one is, how they work … Read more

Trees and pests just don’t get along. Simple as that, right? Well, when it comes to ants lurking around our trees’ roots and stems, things aren’t so clear-cut. Some ants don’t pose a problem at all–and get this, some can even help us take better care of our trees. Others are out to hurt our … Read more

Amaryllis bulbs are popular flowering bulbs that produce showy, trumpet-shaped blooms during the winter and spring. Their large, vibrant flowers on tall stalks make a stunning statement in any indoor space. However, sometimes amaryllis bulbs fail to grow or rebloom after the initial flowering. If you notice your amaryllis bulb is not growing, there are … Read more

Japanese maple trees originated in East Asia and are often part of traditional Japanese landscaping and garden design. Japanese maples are commonly used in bonsai and are prized for their ease of care and beautiful fall leaf colors. The size of the Japanese maple differs by variety and cultivar, ranging from 2 feet to 25 … Read more

The Venus fly trap (Dionaea muscipula) is a perennial carnivorous plant, a member of the sundew family well known for consuming small insects. People grow it in part because of its unique and eye-catching look, but mostly because of what it does. Notoriously difficult to care for, these fickle moisture-lovers can still thrive in your … Read more

Pruning potato plants is a controversial topic among gardeners. Some swear by it for higher yields and healthier plants, while others insist it does more harm than good. So should you prune your potato plants or leave them be? The short answer is – it depends. In certain situations, strategic pruning can benefit potato plants … Read more

This website is reader-supported – thank you! This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. These perennial plants come in a variety of types, including the robust tree peonies, the classic herbaceous peonies, and the hybrid Itoh peonies, each boasting its own … Read more

Buddleia is an easy and fast-growing shrub, that will suit any garden where there is sun and well-drained soil. There are larger and smaller varieties, good for borders and pots. Commonly known as the butterfly bush, the flower heads are full of nectar and are a magnet for many insects. Flowers come in a wide … Read more

Some accounts say mimosa trees were introduced to the United States by French Botanist Andre Michaux in 1787. From his nursery in Charleston, South Carolina, Michaux shipped North American plants to France and imported species from around the world. Michaux brought mimosa seeds back to his nursery from Persia. However, the mimosa tree is native … Read more