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Winter is a lean time for birds. Many of us opt to help the winter birds by feeding them with birdseed, and this is quite the effective invitation for them to come to your yard if you’re craving their company. But there’s another fantastic way to attract winter birds that we sometimes overlook: plant trees, … Read more
Picea glauca ‘Skinny Blue Genes’, also known as the Black Hills white spruce, is a distinctly narrow cultivar of the native white spruce species. With its rich blue foliage and tightly compact form, this exceptional variety provides year-round beauty and versatility in the home landscape. Picea glauca is a coniferous evergreen tree native to the … Read more
Homemade marshmallows are a fluffy, squishy, and delicious treat! The best part about this marshmallow recipe is that they are made with real marshmallow root, which is a beneficial herb. Using raw honey, this easy marshmallow recipe is all-natural with traditional herbal ingredients and a super tasty flavor that is amazing in hot cocoa and … Read more
The Frans Fontaine hornbeam (Carpinus betulus ‘Frans Fontaine’) is a popular columnar tree valued for its interesting foliage mature size, and versatility in the landscape. This cultivar of the European hornbeam grows in a narrow upright shape, making it well-suited for use as a vertical accent street tree, hedge, or screen. If you’re looking to … Read more
The Cottage Peach is reader-supported. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no additional cost to you. All opinions are our own. These no-bend garden boxes keep plants hydrated via a series of innovative, connected reservoirs that deliver water to roots on demand. Four generous 5-gallon reservoirs … Read more
Winter aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) is one of the earliest bulbs to bloom in spring. This plant in the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae), native to Asia Minor and Europe, has small flowers that resemble tiny buttercups. The solitary, yellow cup-shaped flowers are surrounded by bright green bracts that look like a collar around the blossom. There are … Read more
The Katsura is a deciduous tree with a moderate to fast growth rate that reached to about 50 feet in height at maturity. Well suited for an average urban or suburban property, homeowners with smaller properties can also opt for a dwarf-sized variety that grows to about 15 feet in height. The Katsura, named after … Read more
Oaks are classic and iconic trees that can add majestic beauty to any landscape. Two of the most popular oak species for landscaping are pin oak (Quercus palustris) and willow oak (Quercus phellos). Both offer wonderful benefits, but also key differences that impact their suitability for different sites and uses. In this article, we’ll compare … Read more
Ferns leaves or “fronds” have a recognizable central vein with several smaller segments, also called “leaflets”, on each side. They’re liked for adding a tropical feel to your landscaping. If you’re looking for trees with fern-like leaves, here’s a list complete with their unique characteristics and photos. Fern-Like Trees with Green Balls: A Unique Part … Read more
Japanese maples are typically known for their exquisite foliage and captivating aesthetics, but with hundreds of diverse varieties there are many with distinct characteristics that are unique to the general understanding of Japanese maple beauty. While the fiery reds and vibrant oranges of their leaves often steal the spotlight, there exists a fascinating subset within … Read more