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 […]
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Plant Guide: Heliotrope
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:39 am How to Get Started: Plant your flowers about 10 to 12 weeks before your last frost date, under grow lights. After the threat of a late-Spring frost has vanished transplant your seedlings outside. This plant loves areas of fertile, well-drained soil. Plants should […]
Plant Guide: Columbine
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:39 am How to Get Started: Plant your flowers in a soil that is well draining and not too dry. Make sure that it doesn’t get too hot in your grow zone during the summer, or your Columbines may die off. If you are living in […]
Plant Guide: Licorice
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:40 am How to Get Started: I recommend growing this plant in a large, tall pot. Make sure that the soil doesn’t get too damp..or the Licorice roots will likely rot. This plant doesn’t need much fertilization, and it’s actually recommended that you don’t fertilize. If […]
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 […]
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 […]
How to Keep Your Gardening Tools In Great Shape
Last updated on September 23rd, 2019 at 09:13 pm Winter is officially setting in, and my garden tools are headed back to the safety of their covered shed! Before I put them away for the season (and before I bring them out again in the Spring) I like to give my garden tools a […]
Why You Should Kill Your Plants
Last updated on September 23rd, 2019 at 12:27 am Say, what? Kill your plants? What exactly does that mean? In other words, sacrificing your plants is just a fancy word for killing them….At this point, you may be wondering why on Earth you would want to kill your plants. But, there are four instances […]
Evergreen Perennials for the Winter Months
Last updated on December 7th, 2019 at 06:46 pm Who doesn’t love a hearty dose of Evergreen ANYTHING come the holiday season? Evergreen plants are usually cold hardy, and low maintenance. Which makes them seriously perfect for winter gardening! Add one (or a few!) of these Evergreen perennials to your yard for lasting […]