Last updated on October 8th, 2019 at 12:40 pm How to Get Started: Begin growing Spirea in late fall or early spring in an area of full sun. Soil should be well draining and acidic. Water plants deeply immediately after planting, and then make sure they get two inches of water weekly. […]
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Plant Guide: Japanese Painted Fern
Last updated on October 8th, 2019 at 12:41 pm How to Get Started: Rich soil with added compost provide the best growth conditions for these perennials. Make sure that the soil has plenty of drainage, or you could lose your ferns to root rot. If you choose to add compost, you will not […]
How to Prune Flowering Shrubs
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:38 am My Spring flowering shrubs are one of my favorite parts of my front yard. I look forward to my Peonies blossoming every Spring! However, after the blooms (and sometimes even before!) comes the task of pruning your bushes. Read my guide to see how I […]
Plant Guide: Redbud Tree
Last updated on October 8th, 2019 at 03:55 am How to Get Started: When picking a spot to plant your redbud, make sure it’s in an area of well-draining soil. Depending on the variety of redbud, some trees do better in partial shade (don’t expect many blossoms from trees planted in partial shade) and […]
How to Propagate Garlic
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:41 am Propagating garlic is amazing! Garlic is one of those amazing plants that once purchased, you may never have to buy another clove again! Why? You ask? Because this is a plant that regrows itself from cuttings or cloves. Seriously! Next time you’re adding a delicious […]
Plant Guide: Bergamot
Last updated on April 27th, 2018 at 09:24 pm Must Knows: Bergamot, while beautiful is known to become rather aggressive. Make sure you plant your flowers in a thought-out area where it won’t outgrow any other plants. This plant should be planted in an area of full sun, and out of the shade. Plants […]
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How to Save Seeds for Next Season
Last updated on September 23rd, 2019 at 09:19 pm Like many gardeners, I love seed starting. I always have a slew of leftover seeds from my Spring planting, and I love to collect the seeds from my flower, and bell pepper bushes. So I’m left with the question; is it possible to save harvested […]
10 Veggies for a Windowsill Garden
Last updated on September 23rd, 2019 at 09:18 pm It’s never too late for a windowsill garden! It’s too late in the season to plant a winter garden outdoors…but it’s never too late to plant one indoors! Utilize the space in your kitchen by planting a windowsill garden. I’ve found that these ten veggies […]