First, we’ll take a quick look at what companion plants are and why they’re important, then we’ll offer some examples of what to group this herb with, and which ones to grow on the other side of the garden. The distinctive flavor of dill, Anethum graveolens, is said to resemble a combination of fennel, anise, and celery. The feathery leaves of this delicate and attractive herb are often used to season savory dishes, including fish, salads, and soups....

Timing is everything, or so the old phrase goes. Are you a business person who’s constantly on the go? Or are you a mom who’s juggling housework and kids and a job, and you just want a time saver? Either way, you need a hose timer. Table of Contents We’re going to go over the top choices in hose timers that are available right now. Whether you need one or multiple areas watered, something mechanical or something digital, there’s something here for you....

If you want to keep your plants safe from weeds, then we have some really Effective Weeding Tips for a Weed Free Garden for you. Here are some awesome weed killer ideas you can follow Effective Weeding Tips for a Weed Free Garden Weed when it’s wet: Water your garden before doing that, as this makes the soil moist, and you’ll be able to pull out the roots of these pesky plants easily....

Information If you are running into problems with your coleus plants this season, you aren't alone! These plants can be tricky, depending on where they are grown. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner walks through the most common problems with Coleus plants, and how to fix them! By Laura Elsner Last updated: August 24, 2022 | 10 min read Coleus are extremely versatile plants that can be grown in many different environments....

Plants Are you looking for some companion plants for your garden grown lavender this season? Luckily, there are plenty of options to compliment your lavender garden! In this article, organic gardening expert and former organic lavender farmer Logan Hailey looks at her favorite lavender companion plants! By Logan Hailey Last updated: December 14, 2022 | 9 min read Lavender is one of the most low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and fragrant flowers you can grow in your garden....

Maintaining an ideal weight is a constant concern for most people, and you’ll be glad to know that there are Plants that Help with Weight Loss without crash diets! Read this article to know more! List of Plants That Help with Weight Loss Although there’s no miracle diet to make you lose weight and these plants can help you to a certain extent. 1. Ginger Ginger (Zingiber officinale) boosts metabolism and helps in burning calories....

These were delphiniums. At first I thought they were annual larkspur, and indeed the two are closely related and often. go by the same common name. For more on that relationship, check out our guide to growing delphiniums. One day in early May, I was driving past the hardware store. I glanced over in the direction of the gardening center and what I saw made me slam on the brakes....

These Staircase Wall Decor Ideas With Plants will give you all the inspiration you need to use the open space around the steps of your house to showcase greenery! Check out these indoor garden on staircase ideas here Staircase Wall Decor Ideas With Plants 1. Hanging Wall Planters 2. Trailing Plants in Hanging Planters 3. Plants in Hanging Pouches 4. Potted Plants and Hanging Artifacts 5. Paintings and Plants 6. A Green Wall 7....

1. Giant DIY Christmas Wreath Wrap twine around a big hula hoop and tie real or faux plants around it. Find more here. 2. DIY Christmas Swag Wreath Arrange faux greenery together and tie ’em up with a ribbon to imitate this swag wreath idea by Clean and Scentsible. 3. DIY Christmas Wreath Holly, ornaments, and floral wire can be your way to a gorgeous wreath for celebrating Christmas with style....

Vases are a fun way to showcase the beauty of flowers or propagate plants from cuttings as they take up so little space. Just immerse the nodes or the end of the stems in the water, add some pebbles for decoration, and you are done! Here are some Popular Indoor Plants You Can Grow In Vases without too much trouble! Learn how to care for indoor plants in the water here Popular Indoor Plants You Can Grow In Vases 1....

By Bethany Hayes Whether you’re new to zone five or a new gardener in zone five, not all plants grow well in every USDA zone. Picking the right plants for the climate in your region is the very first step to successful gardening. Imagine trying to grow bananas when you live in Vermont; that’s not going to happen, no matter how much you try. I love living in zone five! Not only do we have all four seasons, but we also have a vast range of plants to grow....

Cascading flowers for window boxes are often known as spillers, because they spill out of the boxes, offering a striking appearance to your windows. We have prepared a list of Cascading Flowers for Window Boxes based on the full sun or shade they love to thrive in! 1. Nemesia Botanical Name: Nemesia strumosa Sun Exposure: Full sun Nemesia flowers are two-lipped; the upper carries four lobes, and the lower carries two....

These creative Upcycled Mason Jar in the Garden Ideas will help you add a lot of appeal to your home and garden without spending a lot of money! Have a look at some awesome mason jar fairy garden ideas here Upcycled Mason Jar in the Garden Ideas 1. Mason Jar Hanging Herb Planter This hanging mason jar is a great way to grow your favorite herb in a limited space!...

Coming in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes, petunias are the best way to fill your garden with splashes of mesmerizing colors. Many petunias that gardeners are growing these days are a hybrid variety with distinct features of heat tolerance, mounding, and low growing characteristics. Continue reading to learn more about the best Types of Petunias! Check out our article on the best types of Pittosporum here. Different Types of Petunias Depending on the flowers and the growth characteristics, the petunia flowers are divided into 4 main categories....

by Erin Marissa Russell Some mulches just aren’t a good match for gardens where dogs will play. Sometimes a mulch alternative is toxic to dogs if consumed, and in other cases it’s just too inviting and won’t last. We’ll give you the rundown of which mulch alternatives work well with dogs, and we’ll also explain why other options didn’t make our list. Do Use These Mulch Alternatives with Dogs Cedar Mulch Cedar is the most popular type of mulch alternative for gardeners who have dogs....

As gardeners, we aim to provide beauty to our world and sustenance to the many insects that live around us. We are always on the lookout for ornamental plants that attract pollinators and look gorgeous too. Thus, we dedicate this article to astilbe care: everything you need to know about it and how to grow it in your own shade garden. Table of Contents Astilbe has plume-like flowers and glossy green foliage that brightens up the flower garden....

Watering plays a vital role when it comes to keeping your plants healthy and green. Here’s all you need to know about the Benefits of Bottom Watering your Plants! Here are the top houseplant watering rules you must follow What is Bottom Watering? Bottom watering is a method where you dip the bottom end (2-3 inches of the pot) in a large container filled with water for 10-12 minutes. The soil in the pot absorbs/sucks the water through the drainage holes....

Vegetables Thinking of planting some marigolds with your garden grown peppers this season? Curious to know if it's a good idea or not? In this article, gardening expert Natalie Leiker examines if planting marigolds with peppers in your garden is a good idea, or if you should stick to other companion plants. By Natalie Leiker Last updated: August 25, 2022 | 6 min read So, if you’ve landed here, there’s a good chance you’ve heard all the benefits that marigolds can offer as a vegetable companion plant....

QUESTION: Can you grow arugula in the summer? Do you have any gardening tips for this to be possible in the summer heat? -Paul T. ANSWER: Arugula (also often known as rocket in the UK) is easiest to grow with success in the spring and fall, but with a few precautions you can grow it all summer long, too. Arugula plants that aren’t heat resistant do best in temperatures between 45 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit....

Fall is a difficult time for growing houseplants, and many of them can struggle with this shift. Just because they are indoors, doesn’t mean they won’t notice the change of season. As the days get shorter, and the furnace goes on, our indoor plants begin to change their growing habits. Less light and cooler temperatures in autumn trigger them to start going dormant. So, in order to keep them thriving, it’s important for us to help them through this difficult transition by adjusting our care routine....