Flowers Thinking of planting some peonies, but aren't sure which ones to plant? There are many different types of peonies, that have different colors and growing conditions. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner walks through her favorite peony varieties to add to your garden this season. By Laura Elsner Last updated: October 20, 2022 | 21 min read Peonies are that classic garden flower that brings a garden to life when they’re in bloom....

Here’s a Quick Checklist to Revive The Dying Houseplants that will save you from many hassles in the long run to save your green friends! Here are the top mistakes to avoid during re-potting houseplants Quick Checklist to Revive Your Dying Houseplants If your houseplants are not doing well or dying, you can perk them up again by following this checklist: 1. Turn the Soil and Refresh the Old Potting Media Over time, the plant may get crowded with the binding of the growing medium and soil....

In our guide to growing spinach, we cover how to cultivate this leafy green in your garden. I love those funny jokes about spinach. You know, the ones where people poke fun at the way you can put an entire bag of spinach in a pan to saute, but you’ll only have a teaspoon of the green once it’s done cooking? Okay, that’s a slight exaggeration – but we all know spinach loves to shrink, which means you need a lot of it if you want to serve it to more than a few people, or if you want to eat it regularly....

The next time you finish your morning coffee, think twice before dumping the grounds. Coffee grounds can do wonders in your garden, not necessarily in the ways you would expect. Although they do not provide abundant nitrogen and do not lower soil pH much; they can enrich your garden soil and compost pile. Plus, they do not contain any harsh chemicals. Coffee Grounds as Fertilizer Coffee grounds contain 2% of nitrogen, but plants can not use this until it breaks down....

QUESTION: What is the best fertilizer for gardens? There are so many different types and brands and I’m totally confused. Eliza H ANSWER: When you look at any fertilizer, you should notice three numbers. These numbers represent how much nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are within the fertilizer, expressed on the package as NPK. For example, if you’re purchasing 10-10-10, this means there are ten pounds of each nutrient in the fertilizer....

Now let’s take a look at 11 things to do in the garden before winter sets in. Just because summer’s over doesn’t mean tending your garden is finished for the year. There’s still some work to be done, and the garden needs a bit more of your attention and TLC before it can rest quietly for the winter. By taking care of these late season tasks, you’ll ensure that your plants and soil stay healthy during the cold, dark months....

If you’ve got a cat at home, you’ll know they often like getting in amongst your plants and maybe even having a little nibble on a few leaves or flowers. Whilst you might be a bit upset if your houseplants lose some leaves or blooms to a hungry or curious kitty, it’s even more important to pick houseplants safe for cats. I’ve brought together a collection of my favorite and most beautiful houseplants that are entirely safe for your cat, regardless of whether they admire them from across the room, or like to snack on some leaves....

Well, many veggies are flowers, and these edible parts of the plants can be eaten raw or cooked. Check out the list of Flowers that are Vegetables, some of which may surprise you. Check out some tasty edible weeds here Flowers that are Vegetables 1. Drumstick Tree Flowers Botanical Name: Moringa oleifera The mildly fragrant flowers of the moringa tree are very nutritious and great for dressing up salads and adding colors and a subtle scent to any dish!...

Personal Tabletop Firepit Visit The Art of Doing Stuff to learn how to make a fire pit that is cheap and perfect for your seating space. 2. DIY Concrete Tiki Torch On Modern Builds, watch the tutorial of this Concrete Tiki Torch, perfect for your patio or picnic table! Also Read: DIY Hand Planter Tabletop Centerpiece 3. DIY Concrete Fire Bowl Project This DIY concrete fire bowl project is super easy to complete, even for beginners and a great tabletop decoration idea....

These stunning Groundcovers With Purple Flowers can add a vivid appeal to your yard, making it appear vibrant. They do well without maintenance, and we also have included the types that do well in the sun and shade, both. Here are the best shade-loving groundcovers you can grow Groundcovers With Purple Flowers 1. Horned Pansy Botanical Name: Viola cornuta Horned violet is an annual with round leaves and fragrant flowers in purple and blue color....

Is a shady porch or entryway in your summer forecast? Wondering which annual flowers shy away from sun and thrive in the shadows? Well you’ll be happy to learn that some of the season’s brightest stars actually love the shade and add fantastic color to plant pots and decorative containers. With a proper location and a bit of tender loving care, these 7 flowering annuals will be on their best behavior – even when the weather heats up....

Ferns are quite popular, thanks to their easy to grow and low-maintenance nature. Here are some rare and unique Indoor Ferns that Climb that you can grow for that awesome look in your rooms! Read about the best hanging ferns here Spectacular Indoor Ferns that Climb 1. Climbing Maidenhair Fern Botanical Name: Lygodium microphyllum The other names of this climbing fern include snake and small-leaf climbing fern. It has gray-green leaves and does well in shade to full sun....

Not all of them are the same, which is why we’ve created this guide to help you find the best moisture meter for your garden. Watering is one of the most common gardening tasks, and also one of the easiest to mess up. At some point, pretty much anyone who dabbles in growing plants has managed to drown one completely, or has forgotten to water to the point where the plant is practically a husk....

When it comes to select a perfect, thoughtful birthday present for your loved one, nothing can beat the fresh and fragrant beauty of gorgeous flowers packed in a bouquet. The idea to offer flowers as a gift never gets old. To make it easy for you, here’s an article featuring the Best Happy Birthday Flowers for a gorgeous present! Check out our article on the best garden gift ideas here List of Best Happy Birthday Flowers 1....

Cats are predators, but some of them like fruits and berries. For example, what about a watermelon? Can cats eat watermelon? Should you give them a bite of this fruit? The answer is yes! The watermelon is not dangerous for the cat. You do not need to make a vegetarian out of your pet, but diversifying the diet with such an unusual fruit snack occasionally is totally acceptable. Learn how to grow watermelon vertically in a pot here!...

These cucumber trellis ideas are fun and completely unique – I know because I designed all of them myself! Below I’ll help to get your creative juices flowing with lots of gorgeous photos. I started growing cucumbers on a trellis several years ago, and I’ll never go back. It looks amazing, and is a huge space saver! There are tons of different cucumber trellises that you could build or buy for your garden....

Why curing onions is important If you plan to store the pungent bulbs for winter use, curing onions is a necessary step in the process. Without proper curing, onion bulbs turn soft and mushy. Their dry, fully cured skins protect them from desiccation and keep pathogens from entering the bulb, causing rot, and developing a foul smell. Curing onions also allows you to store them at room temperature, rather than having to keep them in the fridge....

Arugula Varieties There’s wild arugula and garden arugula. Wild arugula has smaller leaves and a sharper taste. Garden varieties include Astro, which has a mild taste, and Rocket, which is more peppery. Arugula Planting and Care You can direct seed arugula in the spring as soon as the soil can be worked and continue sowing until mid-August. Well-drained soil rich in organic matter is ideal, but arugula will tolerate a range of soil conditions....

Also popular as Million Hearts, Dischidia Ruscifolia is a perfect specimen for hanging baskets and looks amazing with its dangling stems full of small and dense leaves. Learn How to Grow Dischidia ovata here Dischidia Ruscifolia Plant Information Native to the Philippines, Dischidia Ruscifolia is an epiphyte that grows on other plants like trees or their branches. It can be grown both indoors and outdoors. The plant features slender shoots and small foliage and also grows white flowers in the right growing conditions....

Learn all about How to Grow Jalapeños in Pots and relish them fresh in smoothies, smoke them in dishes, toss in pizzas, add in tacos, omelets, and much more! Here are the best types of peppers you can grow Jalapeno Pepper Jalapeños come from the nightshade family and are frost-tender perennial, mostly grown as an annual. Originated in Mexico, a jalapeño pepper (Capsicum annuum ‘Jalapeño’) is a mid-size hot pepper fruit....