So why do you sometimes see unruly, inelegant climbing roses? Neglect may be the cause, or a simple lack of knowledge on the part of the gardener. A healthy, well-trained climbing rose in full bloom is one of the most magnificent things to behold in the garden. Not only can these plants hide a myriad of ugly things (wire fencing, a run-down wall, the ugly side of a house…), they transform the area into a fairy-tale filled with color and fragrance....

I have two small garden ponds on my property, both of them have hardy plants and goldfish living in them. I overwinter both the plants and the fish in the ponds, which is much easier than overwintering them in the house. But don’t worry, it sounds much harder than it is (and you don’t have to remove hardy fish and plants!). Below are steps to wintering a backyard garden pond....

If you keep your garden free of weeds and debris, and practice a few other smart gardening tactics that we’ll go over below, you can usually keep your patch of echinacea problem-free. One of the most fabulous things about coneflowers is that they’re rarely troubled by pests or diseases. That goes double for any of the uncultivated species. Now, this shouldn’t imply that there are zero issues that you have to watch out for....

Guidelines for harvesting and preserving herbs The real beauty of herbs emerges when you get up close and personal with the plants. Knowing when and how to harvest them involves an intimate connection and firsthand knowledge of each plant’s natural life cycle and reproductive habits. We can all benefit from a daily dose of green enchantment. Ultimately herbs appeal to each of the five senses and have something of value to satisfy the mind, body, and spirit of every person....

How to grow saffron crocus The fall-blooming, purple-flowered saffron crocus grows from a bulb-like structure called a corm. The corms are planted in the spring or early fall. Saffron crocus smells a little like vanilla and spice, and the dried stigmas add a distinct flavor to foods like Spanish paella, rice dishes, and bouillabaisse. To plant saffron crocus, start with high-quality corms. They can be purchased for a reasonable price from several different online companies, including Nature Hills Nursery and Brent and Becky’s Bulbs....

By Erin Marissa Russell There are lots of plants that gardeners grow because they smell so nice, but this article is about just the opposite: plants that gardeners love despite their nasty odor. If you’re a gardener who has fallen in love with the stinky plants of the flower kingdom, you’ll love this article, which will introduce you to some flowers that you may never have heard of before. Crown Imperial (Fritillaria imperialis) These strong-smelling flowers are relatives of the checkered lily....

Vegetables Peas can be a great plant to add to your vegetable garden. But there are three different types of peas, and several different varieties of each, depending on the pea type you are considering planting. It's important to understand the differences before planting seeds for your next harvest. In this article, we examine the three different types of peas, as well as the pea varieties under each. By Jason White Last updated: May 28, 2022 | 9 min read There’s nothing like the flavor of freshly picked peas....

One of the most important parts of designing universal garden styles is path making. While the paths you create have an aesthetic appeal, they should also have proper form and function. Accessibility to pathways and all the parts of the garden they connect is pertinent too. We’ve dedicated this piece to wheelchair-accessible garden paths. Table of Contents Having an outdoor space that is inviting to every visitor is important! In this piece, we’ll cover what an accessible path is, and what material works best for a wheelchair-friendly garden....

If you’re growing passionflowers, you can grow passion fruit. But that doesn’t mean you won’t run into trouble now and then. I can’t tell you how many people I’ve met who don’t realize that passionflower is the same plant that produces passion fruit. Many growers are perfectly happy to produce the magnificent blossoms and then just move on. But the vast majority of Passiflora species produce edible fruits – though some are more flavorful than others....

Kale is a powerhouse of essential nutrients and growing it in your garden is a great way to have its benefits in fresh and organic manner! Here are some of the best Types of Kale you can grow! Check out our article on growing Kale in pots here Best Types of Kale 1. Curly Kale Botanical name: Brassica oleracea var. sabellica Curly kale is the most common type available with bright-green and curly leaves....

When it comes to gardening, there are many ideas that you can try! Keeping that in mind, we bring you some really amazing DIY Picture Frame Ideas For Gardeners, which is going to add a lot of appeal to your yard! 1. Beach Framed Seashells Paint and distress a picture frame for a rustic look by attaching some big seashells to the center using an adhesive. We found the idea here....

By Jennifer Poindexter Shaded spaces can be difficult when trying to grow flowers. If you have a shaded porch where you’d like to grow hanging or potted plants, there are options. There are some plants that prefer to grow in partial or full shade. They have delicate leaves which shrivel when exposed to too much light or heat. If you need inspiration for hanging or potted plants to grow on a shaded porch, I have you covered....

Want to deck your garden with some vibrant colors? Try out the Best Daisy Like Flowers listed below! Check out some beautiful rose-like flowers here! Best Daisy Like Flowers 1. Mums Botanical Name: Chrysanthemum The pretty daisy-like blooms appear in myriad shades of yellow, red, orange, purple, and pink over contrasting green leaves. 2. Purple Coneflower Botanical Name: Echinacea purpurea This perennial wildflower boasts tall stalks of purple daisy-like blossoms with large orange-brown centers on dark green foliage....

by Jennifer Poindexter Do you like to get as much bang for your buck as possible? Do you feel the same way when you’re deciding which vegetables to plant in your garden? Whether you like to get as much as you can from a single plant or are working with limited growing space, it’s important to plan before you plant. There are some crops which naturally produce abundant harvests. While other crops don’t produce as much....

When times are uncertain, many turn to a survival garden. And to be honest, why wouldn’t you? Survival gardening provides healthy, readily-available food at rock-bottom prices. It’s good exercise, good for morale, and it’s fun. And if you have time to burn, it’s a great way to take your mind off of the stresses worldwide. Table of Contents Even if you live in an apartment, you can have an urban food garden....

Check out the best Best Balcony Garden Pictures of November 2021 from Instagram that will surely help you to get ideas on how you can revamp yours! Best Balcony Garden Pictures of November 2021 from Instagram 1. Large Balcony with Vintage Lights and Plants 2. Potted Plants with LED Lights 3. Green Balcony with a City View 4. Potted Trees with Variegated Flowers 5. Trailing Plants on the Railing 6. Movable Pot for the Flowers 7....

Houseplants Looking to add a houseplant to your indoor plant collection, but want to make sure that it's something that can survive with a bit of neglect? There are a number of different houseplants that are actually quite hardy, and can thrive even when you miss a watering (or several). In this article, houseplant expert Madison Moulton walks through her favorite houseplants that are almost impossible to kill. By Madison Moulton Last updated: December 8, 2022 | 14 min read Have you tried growing every common houseplant under the sun, only to find you kill them within a few weeks?...

While you can’t straighten a carrot out once it gets wonky, you can learn how to prevent deformities and produce a nice straight root crop in your next growing season. Are your homegrown carrots forked, branching, twisted, or knobby? While they may make for amusing photos, these deformed vegetables can make food preparation a challenge – try turning a twisted carrot into carrot sticks! These odd-shaped vegetables can also be a sign of serious garden problems....

If you’re tired of buying expensive coconut liners every spring, then you’re going to love my cheap solution! This inexpensive DIY project is easy to do with materials you probably have lying around the house. Plus, this coco liner alternative looks awesome, and lasts for years without having to be replaced! I have a few of those wire basket planters that came with coconut liners when I bought them. The coco liner always looks so beautiful when freshly planted with summer annuals....

What makes Aster Purple Dome so special? Beyond its gorgeous flower color (the exact shade of the flowers varies slightly, based on the light levels and the maturity of the blooms), Aster Purple Dome has a lot more to offer both the gardener and the late summer garden. A cultivar of the North American native New England aster, Purple Dome is fully hardy in winter temperatures as low as -20°F (USDA zone 5)....