Plant Propagation

Yellow caterpillars with black heads are a sight many gardeners and nature enthusiasts have come across. These crawling critters stand out with their vibrant colors, but they can sometimes be tricky to identify exactly. This guide covers some of the most common yellow and black caterpillar species to help you learn more about these intriguing … Read more

Fuchsia plants are a popular choice for gardens thanks to their beautiful, hanging flowers. But for cat owners, a common question arises: are fuchsia plants poisonous to cats? It’s an important question if you want to keep both a lovely garden and safe kitties Knowing which plants may pose a risk can give you peace … Read more

Autumn is arguably the most enjoyable season of the year: temperatures begin to cool off, the leaves begin to turn, and families can spend more time outside in the cool, comfortable weather. With leaves turning and the weather cooling though, you can expect to see your lawn covered with fallen leaves in a matter of … Read more

Orange flowering perennials add color and depth to your garden and create an energetic atmosphere. Orange blooms draw the eye and can be seen from longer distances than other colors which may also explain why they are often visited by bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Adding pops of bright, vibrant orange to your garden is an … Read more

Tree cutting tools are necessary to keep branches, leaves, and other parts manageable. Although you can reach many from the ground, some tree-cutting tools permit trimming higher branches with minimal effort. There are even tools that allow precision trimming. We offer plenty of options. Large branches can be handled with a pole chainsaw, essentially a … Read more

Snake plants are easy house plants to grow, which have straight, sword-like leaves and can reach 2 or 3 feet in height. They are both beautiful and hardy, which makes them a firm favorite among house plants. One thing that puzzles many plant lovers is how to water a snake plant. Proper watering is essential … Read more

Tomatoes are the most popular plant grown in home vegetable gardens. Growing a good crop of tomatoes starts with a few key practices: Read our guide to growing tomatoes in a home garden for more details. In Maryland, tomato plants are susceptible to several diseases, pests, and, at times, unfavorable weather conditions that can disrupt … Read more

Apple trees are susceptible to a range of pests and diseases that can damage their leaves. Holes chewed in apple leaves are one of the most common symptoms of these problems. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover the various causes of holes in apple leaves, how to identify the culprits, plus effective prevention and treatment … Read more

We want to plant an orchard this fall, but it is difficult to find trees for that time of year. There is a lot of information about planting trees in spring. What is a good time to plant an orchard in the fall? If youre going to plant fruit trees in the fall, wait until … Read more

Despite both fleas and springtails possessing the ability to jump, there are many important differences between these two insects that will help to identify if you are dealing with a springtail or a flea. Fleas are small, wingless insects and are reddish-brown in color. They are compressed (flattened) from the top to the bottom of … Read more