Have you ever noticed how red flowers always seem to get the most attention in the garden? I mean, even a single red blossom in a bed full of other plants draws the eye right to it. It’s kind of… fascinating. I know one thing for sure – as far as flowers go, this is definitely one of my favorites, and I work to add it into my gardens as much as I can....

A well-designed garden adds a touch of beauty to your house and also increases its value. Here are some really Creative Front Yard Landscaping Ideas to update the look of your house! Here are the top mistakes you need to avoid while Landscaping Creative Front Yard Landscaping Ideas 1. Mini Front Garden with Drought Tolerant Plants 2. Square Bed with Flowers and Green Plants 3. Water Feature at the Entrance 4....

Canning potatoes isn’t difficult, and it is so rewarding. In this post I’ll show you exactly what you’ll need and how to do it, with detailed step by step instructions. Do you love potatoes? If your answer is yes, then learning how to can them will allow you to enjoy them whenever you want. They keep for months, and you can eat them right out of the can, use them in soups, casseroles, mash them, and more....

Corn plants are tough, simple to grow, and they don’t require any special care. In this post you’ll learn all about how to take care of them indoors or out so you can have the best success, and enjoy yours for decades to come. If you’ve ever stepped foot in the houseplants section of any garden center or big box store, then you will most likely recognize the corn plant....

Sometimes, it’s those humble hidden gems that become global sensations. Roses are one of the most commonly cultivated and extensively managed plants in the world. There are hundreds of registered hybrids and cultivars already and new ones are coming to the market all the time. Countless unregistered beauties are hanging out in the backyards of passionate rosarians across the world as well, just waiting to be discovered. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....

One of the challenges new gardeners face is how to determine how much sunlight an area gets. The best way to figure it out is to measure hours of sunlight in your garden, and create a garden sun chart. Don’t worry, it’s easy. In this post, I’m going to show you exactly how to determine the sun exposure in your garden. People ask me for plant recommendations all the time, it’s probably the most common questions I get from gardeners....

In this article, you will learn to grow perennial late season asters in your outdoor living space, you’ll find a wide assortment of species and cultivated varieties from which to choose, and you’ll also discover some unique plants that are called asters, but don’t fit the general description. Aster spp., Doellingeria spp., Eurybia spp., Inonactis spp., Symphyotrichum spp. The aster is a sturdy-stemmed flowering perennial known for its masses of small daisy-like blossoms....

It’s an erect, often-multi-stemmed plant with dark green, droopy, slender, and long leaves. Ruellia Simplex Beloved by many gardeners for its heat tolerance and shade-loving nature, but reviled by others for its eagerness to spread with abandon, R. simplex can be divisive. Thanks to its sweet purple flowers, however, we come down firmly on the pro-ruellia side of the debate. With forms tall and short, this evergreen, herbaceous perennial – suitable for growers in USDA Hardiness Zones 8 to 11 – deserves consideration for inclusion in southern gardens....

Peppers are believed to have originated in South America and Mexico. There are few plants in the garden more satisfying to grow than bell peppers, one of the many types of peppers to fall under the scientific name Capsicum annuum. Rich green leaves, a compact form, and brightly colored fruit make them a contender for even the most formal gardens. I did say fruit. So many of the plants we commonly refer to as vegetables are actually fruit, including peppers, for the simple fact that they are seed bearing....

Carrots are among some of the most popular root crops grown and consumed in the world. Root crops like carrots are hardy and grow best under cooler conditions. Carrots will survive light frosts, making them a great crop to start off your garden in the early spring. Some varieties also grow well in the fall and even into the winter. Carrots are originally from the Mediterranean region, but now people consume and grow them throughout the world....

Do you know that one of the most versatile indoor plants can be trained to grow tall? Learn everything about How to Grow Dracaena as a Tree Indoors! Check out the Most Popular Dracaena Varieties for Indoor Growing here Select the Right Dracaena Before you decide to Grow Dracaena as a Tree Indoors, you must remember that not all varieties can be trained to grow tall. For that distinctive tree-like appearance, go for Dragon Tree (Dracaena draco) and Song of Jamaica (Dracaena reflexa), as they take a very good height and look spectacular while doing so!...

By Matt Gibson There are around 60 different species of Juniper plants that range from low-growing ground covers that reach heights of only six inches, small, medium, and large shrubs and bushes, to full-size trees that can grow as high as 130 feet. Juniper plants, shrubs, and trees grow naturally all over the Northern Hemisphere from icy arctic climates to sweltering deserts. This cypress family member has been cultivated for centuries because it is easy-to-grow, incredibly hardy to practically every region, and provides gardeners with a year-round ornamental interest for their landscape....

By Matt Gibson and Erin Marissa Russell If you are looking for a tropical flower to add a burst of exotic color and style to your flower garden, and you live in a warm climate area, you might want to try growing oxblood lily flowers. Oxblood lilies are also known as schoolhouse lilies, because of their blooming time, which coincides with schools starting back up in the fall, or hurricane lilies, as their blooms also line up with storm season in the Southern United States....

The snake plant or mother-in-law’s tongue is a desirable houseplant because of its low maintenance nature and unique appearance. It is not only popular for its looks but also holds many health benefits, including air purifying abilities. The NASA clean air study has proved that it can remove air pollutants and VOCs like formaldehyde, benzene, toluene, and xylene from indoor air. So we have compiled all the information on How to Grow Snake Plant Indoors!...

Native to Brazil, Begonia semperflorens can be winter hardy in zones 10-11, but they are grown as annuals in most of the United States. Begonia Semperflorens For many gardeners, wax begonias – so named for their waxy leaves – have fallen out of favor and are thought of as rather old-fashioned. However, it’s hard to beat these sweet little plants when you’re looking for a space-filler that adds a generous dose of colorful single or double flowers in pink, white, or red....

Vegetables For more than 4,000 years, turmeric has been cultivated as a culinary spice and used in Ayurvedic medicine. It has roots in India, but is now grown in warmer areas around the world. It also makes a fantastic garden plant with its large leaves and tropical feel. Let’s explore this useful plant in more depth. By Madison Moulton Last updated: February 18, 2022 | 17 min read Turmeric is found in many kitchens, but usually comes dried and finely ground to add to the taste of curry, potatoes, egg dishes or to color rice and even for dyeing fabric bright yellow....

by Jennifer Poindexter Do you have gorgeous tomatoes hanging on the vine in your garden? Do you need them to turn from green to red in a hurry? Whether you’re anxious for a fresh tomato or you’re racing the clock because frost is coming, there are some things you can do to speed up the ripening process while the tomatoes remain on the vine. Some people pick green tomatoes, toss them in a brown paper sack, and let them ripen indoors....

Flowers Thinking of using Epsom salt in your orchid care routine? In this article, gardening expert and orchid enthusiast Melissa Strauss examines if it's safe to use epsom salts when caring for orchids, or if it's just another orchid maintenance myth you should ignore when caring for your plants. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: January 13, 2023 | 5 min read The internet, it seems, has created for gardeners a bit of a conundrum....

In March 2021, the UN accepted a proposal made by India to declare 2023 as the International Year of Millets. India’s proposal outlined how the millet plant can be a sustainable solution to food insecurity across the globe. As a crop, millet is very climate-resistant. It does not require a lot of water or very fertile soil, both of which are always in short supply anyway. Because of its ability to thrive in harsh climates, it costs less than quinoa to produce and uses less water....

If you want a spectacular flowering plant that can brighten up your home, look no further than the beautiful Galaxy Petunia. Each blue flower is speckled with white spots that resemble starry skies or galaxies. If you want to grow it easily, then follow our tips on Night Sky Petunia Care! Botanical Name: Petunia ‘Night Sky’ Common Names: Night Sky, Galaxy Petunia, Starry Sky About Night Sky Petunia All Night sky Petunias are different — meaning the patterns on the petals depend a lot on the temperature and growth environment, just like our fingerprints....