Knowledge and resources about plants and planting are so vast they can be overwhelming. The best approach is to take advantage of information based on your areas of interest and then seek the guidance of a plant professional. Your local nursery or garden center has inspired people ready to offer advice.
Who hasn’t wished they could plant beautiful container gardens like the pros? You walk through your local garden center and see container after container of perfectly coordinated plants. They seem almost magical.
In order to have the best quality fruit, similar to what you would find at a grocery store, you will want to treat your fruit trees. there are a few different products you should apply to your trees throughout the year, so that your tree remains healthy and produces quality fruit.
Summer is still going strong, but fall is on the way! Are you planning to continue your harvest into autumn this year? If so, now is the time to start planning (and planting). There are so many interesting crops that thrive in fall weather. See the best vegetables for fall gardening!
Knowing frost dates, choosing your crops, starting seeds indoors, creating a harvest schedule, and much more…
Get a jump on spring flowers with early blooming lilacs that flower about two to three weeks before common lilacs bloom. The pink-red buds of Marie Frances lilac open to a soft, pinkish white beginning in late April to early May.
A backyard is so much more than the perennials and trees. You can create a sensory oasis without digging or planting, but by creating enticing pathways, creative edges, adding fountains, and more. Here’s a list of DIY ideas to bring your backyard to life!
Don’t forget to water your plants! Proper watering of a newly installed plant is critical to its establishment and future growth.
In a rock garden, rocks are not merely part of the hardscape but bring unique beauty of their own to the garden. They’re another element you can blend in with your flowers.
Rather than let our tender plants succumb to winter, we can easily transfer them indoors. This move not only keeps the plants alive, but allows us to save money on future plants and enjoy the benefits of houseplants in the off-season, like purer air and a more refreshing atmosphere.
You may have recently purchased and newly installed a hydrangea, or yours may already be be mature. Either way, pruning your hydrangea is a yearly occurrence.
