Shrubs Thinking of adding some hydrangeas with white blooms to your garden this season? It can be tricky to pick the perfect variety with so many different options to choose from. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago examines her favorite white hydrangea varieties, with names, pictures and hardiness zones of each! By Jill Drago Last updated: November 24, 2022 | 8 min read In the world of hydrangeas it is easy to get caught up in the blues and pinks....

Do you know about Plants that Grow Big and Huge Flowers? Here’s an exclusive list of the world’s largest blooms! Have a look at the best large indoor plants here Plants that Grow Big and Huge Flowers 1. The Corpse Flower Botanical Name: Rafflesia arnoldii Also popular as the giant Padma, this flower is native to the rainforests of Indonesia and can grow 3-4 feet wide! The bloom emits a repulsive odor like rotten meat....

1. Tomato Cage Gabion Plant Stand Did you ever think a tomato cage could be that useful? Make an appealing gabion plant stand out of a sturdy tomato cage and place it on your front porch, backyard or patio. Visit BHG for the tutorial. 2. DIY Tomato Cage Topiary for Year-Round Display Create a stunning tomato cage topiary for year-round display in your porch or balcony or probably in a living room as well....

It’s worth noting that since avocados are tropical trees, we are still talking about fairly warm parts of the country. The lowest area of hardiness where you can grow avocados is Zone 8. Avocado trees (Persea americana) are notorious for being susceptible to cold. So what’s an avocado lover who gardens in a cooler area to do? Don’t give up hope! The good news is that there are some cold-hardy cultivars available....

Which is the best hammer drill for you? Today, we’re going to dive into that topic, beginning with what a hammer drill is and is not. Furthermore, we’ll go over the most important aspects to be looking for. I’ll give you a short history of some of the top companies that manufacture this incredibly useful tool. Table of Contents By the time you’re done reading, you’ll easily be able to pick the best hammer drill for your needs....

Shrubs Did your hydrangea go through a nasty winter freeze this season? If so, you are likely wondering what kind of damage you'll be dealing with as spring approaches. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines what you can expect if your hydrangeas went through a significant bout of cold weather. By Jill Drago Last updated: January 7, 2023 | 5 min read Hydrangeas are beautiful flowering shrubs that are best known for their giant blossoms....

QUESTION: Do Brussels sprouts have worms in them? Where will I find them on the plant? -Larry R. ANSWER: The small green caterpillars that commonly feast on Brussel sprouts are either army worms or cabbage loopers. Both insects can cause a lot of damage to the leaves and stems of your Brussels sprout plants if left untreated. Aside from the holes they leave behind in the plant’s leaves as evidence of their presence on your plants, they are hard to catch....

My garlic scapes are usually ready sometime in June. If you didn’t plant any garlic yourself, keep an eye out for the scapes at local farmers’ markets. Garlic scapes are delicious when roasted with potatoes or other veggies. My favorite way to eat scapes is to make them into a pesto. I’ve adapted this garlic scape pesto recipe from a few that I’ve discovered over the years. I stir it into pasta topped with lots of fresh parmesan....

In recent years, Growing Hydrangeas in Pots has become popular. Flowering from spring to autumn, these flowers come in white, pink, purple, red, and blue, depending upon the variety. You can grow Hydrangea easily indoors or outdoors in containers, with the right combination of soil, water, and sunlight. Botanical Name: Hydrangea USDA Zones: 4-10 Soil pH: 4.5-7.5 Check out our article on landscaping with Hydrangeas here Best Hydrangea Varieties for Pots Hydrangeas can be great container plants, provided you pick the right variety!...

If you want to learn more about growing pears, read our guide. You’ve heard that it’s important to prune your pear trees. You’ve purchased a pair of pruners and have looked at a few resources but you’re still not quite sure when to carry them outside and start snipping. Maybe you’re nervous, too. How, exactly, does one prune a pear tree? We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....

QUESTION: I have a few cabbage plants in my garden. I keep noticing holes in the outer leaves. How do I keep bugs from eating my cabbage plants? -Jim L ANSWER: Cabbage plants are enticing to a vast array of bugs and pests that can harm the plant significantly if left untreated. Identifying the culprit is the first step in eliminating the pest and protecting your crops. For a more cost effective and overall safer method of protecting your harvest, try using a home remedy instead of commercial chemically-based insecticides....

by Matt Gibson If you are looking into fast growing trees for adding some beauty to your landscape, the pine tree is an excellent choice. Pine trees are great picks for landscape trees because they are evergreen, so they keep their leaves all throughout the year. Because of this, they beautify the landscape all year long, and serve as an excellent privacy screen as well. In this article, we’ll provide lots of useful information about growing pine trees, and let you know which pine tree varieties are fast growers....

Succulents are plants that thrive on neglect. However, the majority of them die due to is improper watering techniques. Learning How often to Water Succulents is an essential aspect of keeping these plants healthy. This article will share tips you need to apply to water them correctly! Check out our article on best types of Succulents you should grow here How to Water Succulents Indoors? In indoor space, water succulents until it start to drain out from the bottom of the pot....

The hoya plant may be popular for its shiny leaves, but its flowers are the real deal! They smell so heavenly that growing them indoors can make your entire house a living perfumery! So, if you have one in your room or garden, here are some top ways on How to Get a Hoya Flower to Bloom! Check out the most popular types of hoyas here Hoya Plant Flowers and Fragrance Though you might love this plant for its waxy foliage, the main showstoppers are its star-shaped flowers that grow in clusters....

Read on to learn more about growing these tasty tomatoes in your garden. Solanum lycopersicum ‘Brandywine’ Every summer, I wait impatiently for my tomato plants to ripen. And I relish the moment the first ‘Brandywine’ tomato is ready to be picked in particular. In my opinion, there is nothing quite as juicy and flavorful as a freshly sliced ‘Brandywine.’ And I am not the only one who thinks so. Perfect on a sandwich or tossed in a fresh summer salad, the large juicy fruit of this popular heirloom is widely regarded as one of the tastiest tomatoes....

There’s one thing that’s true about making hummus from scratch. You have to know how to grow chickpeas. There’s nothing like fresh chickpeas to liven up your kitchen and affix nitrogen into your garden soil. And growing chickpeas is worthwhile because it’s so rewarding. Table of Contents You have a lot of varieties to choose from when it comes to planting chickpeas too. Sow seeds, add a little aged compost and you’re off!...

If you’re new to growing chives, check out our complete growing guide. The brilliant green color, satisfying crisp crunch, and light onion flavor of chives (Allium schoenoprasum) make them a requisite ingredient in many dishes. How essential and wonderful, then, to always have a pot of this easy-to-grow allium at the ready, when a fresh salad or a simmering entree calls out for its distinctive character. Chives are perennial in USDA Hardiness Zones 3-9, so most gardeners in the United States can safely leave them outdoors year round....

The first thing to do when you spot insect damage on your kale is to identify the pest that’s causing it. Even if you don’t see the bug itself, the type of bites on the leaves can serve as clues. When insects attack your kale plants, you’ll want to fight back. Fortunately, there are natural ways to kill the many different insect pests that plague these greens. Once I’ve planted my kale and watched the leaves grow, I’m not exactly thrilled to see big chewed holes or lots of little bites....

Flowers Ready to grow columbine plants? Botanically known as Aquilegia, this genus of around 70 species comes packed with a variety of colorful plants. They look stunning planted in groups and great on their own. Gardening expert Madison Moulton takes a look at these popular perennials as well as everything you need to get them to thrive in your garden. By Madison Moulton Last updated: July 25, 2022 | 14 min read The columbine plant (Aquilegia spp....

Brassica oleracea var. italica Also known as a cole crop, this cruciferous vegetable prefers cool weather. It is planted in spring, fall, or both, and may yield one or two main harvests, as well as multiple mini side-shoot harvests per growing season, depending upon the planting times and varieties you choose. Are you a broccoli lover? Then it might be time to try growing your own! This healthy green brassica is a member of the Brassicaceae, or cabbage family, a close relative of brussels sprouts, cauliflower, bok choy, head cabbage, and greens like collards and mustard....