Few plants can compare to their vast and highly varied color palette. Flowers are available in shades of blue, brown, chocolate, maroon, mauve, orange, pink, red, tan, white, and yellow as well as bicolors. And blooms are often further adorned with contrasting beards, crests, and attractive veining. Iris spp. Beloved for their striking, elegant flowers in a sumptuous array of colors, iris is a shining star in the early spring to midsummer garden....

And that’s where learning how to propagate them comes into play. Flowering bulbs make a wonderful addition to the garden, filling it with color and fragrance from early spring all the way through to mid-autumn. They take up very little space, work equally well in beds, borders, or containers, and are among the best plants for naturalizing in meadows and woodlands. And by choosing a selection that flowers at different times, you’ll always have something coming into bloom as the previous performers fade away....

Information Trying to prune your lilacs this season but aren't quite sure where to start? Pruning your lilacs can be a fun and enjoying experience if you follow the proper steps. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros outlines how to prune your lilacs by following some very simple steps! By Liz Jaros Last updated: June 22, 2022 | 6 min read Perfectly shaped, full flowering lilacs are a thing of beauty in the landscape....

So far, we’ve provided gardeners with humane tips to clear their vegetable gardens of unwanted rabbits, squirrels, and cats. Methods ranged from ultrasonic devices to physical barriers. However, ant infestations are a different beast of a problem. Common garden ants are too small to be restrained by fences and too numerous to be relocated, we’ll help you tackle your ant problem by providing non-toxic, natural methods used successfully by other gardeners....

Finding a ground cover that can survive underneath shady trees can be a challenge for many gardeners. Many plants can’t survive without sunlight, or they at least won’t grow prolifically like you want them to. Sweet woodruff may be able to solve your problems! This aggressive plant thrives in full shade and spreads quickly, making it an efficient and durable ground cover. It can even grow underneath black walnut trees where many other species struggle....

Soil that is composed of aggregates (smaller fragments) will be less likely than individual particles to be blown away by the wind or taken up by water – both major causes of soil erosion. Hopefully you don’t think of soil as just dirt. Soil is actually an incredibly complex ecosystem, with billions of organisms found in a single teaspoonful. These organisms range from fungi and bacteria to earthworms, nematodes, and insects....

Whether you have one dog or three and whether they are five pounds or a hundred, cleaning up your dog’s waste is one of those dirty jobs no one looks forward to. It needs to be done, though, to protect your yard, your dogs, your children and yourself from the mess and disease that can go with it. Besides, it looks and smells bad and it ruins your day (or at least your shoes) when you step in it....

Why try different types of basil? Why grow so many different types of basil? For me, there are several reasons. First, I love the variety of flavors. Sweet basil has that classic spicy clove flavor that is essential to so many dishes, including pesto. But, Thai basil is also delicious and adds a burst of licorice or anise to curries and stir-fries, and lemon or lime basil has a fresh citrus fragrance and mild lemony flavor so good in tea, marinades, and salad dressings....

Information Looking to make sure your plants aren't frozen solid this winter? There are a few steps you can take to ensure your plants won't die when the winter frosts hit. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through her top tips for keeping your plants protected this winter! By Logan Hailey Last updated: December 9, 2022 | 8 min read Cold weather is on its way but you’re not ready to let go of your tender garden veggies and flowers just yet....

All indoor gardeners will vouch for the fact that there is nothing more satisfying than watching their dear houseplants multiply in front of their eyes. The good news is there are lots of easy houseplants to propagate – you don’t even need to be a ‘pro’ to ‘pro’pagate them! It is understandable if you feel you lack the experience or knowledge to successfully propagate your houseplants. But don’t let that hesitation stop you from trying....

All morning glory varieties benefit from the same basic growing conditions. Here’s a brief primer: Morning glories are the radish of the flowering vine family, easy to grow and fast, to boot. Most of the types of common morning glory, or Ipomoea purpurea, that you’re going to find grow as annuals, unless you’re in USDA Hardiness Zone 10 or 11. However, they are happy (and eager) to self-seed for a repeat performance next year....

Information If you've noticed your Monstera doesn't look as good as it should, there's likely one of many different problems happening with your plant. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton examines some of the most common problems with monstera plants, and how to fix them! By Madison Moulton Last updated: January 12, 2023 | 14 min read Monstera plants are perhaps the most beloved of all the houseplants....

By Julie Christensen What would summer be without juicy, sweet watermelon? Watermelon makes the perfect snack, picnic food or summer dessert. It’s also refreshing in smoothies, fruit pops and sorbets. Have you ever wondered where watermelon came from? How about the old wive’s tale about swallowing watermelon seeds? Read on to learn fun and interesting facts about your favorite summer fruit. See our watermelon nutritional facts here. Seedless watermelons aren’t genetically modified....

Dieffenbachia, also known as the dumb cane, this easy-to-grow houseplant is perfect for homes and offices. This old-time favorite indoor plant features lush blue-green, chartreuse-gold foliage with yellow, white, or cream spots. If you also want to add it to your plant collection, then read about the different Types of Dieffenbachia in this article. Check out our article on how to grow dieffenbachia from cuttings here Best Types of Dieffenbachia Plants 1....

If you are looking forward to having houseplants that grow without soil, then you have landed at the right place! Here are some interesting Indoor Plants that Grow in Water. Check out the best edibles you can regrow in the water here Indoor Plants that Grow in Water 1. Philodendron Botanical Name: Philodendron In all the philodendron species, heart-leaf philodendron is quite adaptable for growing in water. Keep a 6 inches long cutting in a clear glass jar or bowl in a location with bright indirect light....

Here’s an exclusive list of Fruits That Grow on Cactus, you must grow in your garden to enjoy some unique and delicious edibles! Find out some Unique and Rare Cacti here Fruits That Grow on Cactus 1. Dragon Fruit Cactus A post shared by Pauly (@green_thumb_in_training) Botanical Name: Selenicereus undatus USDA Zones: 10-11 Popular by the name Pitaya or Strawberry Pear, the fruit is oval with a pink or yellow scaly skin....

If you want to transform the overall design of your garden, while keeping it all within the budget, then these Eye-Catching Front Yard Landscaping Ideas are definitely worth a try! Find out some Fabulous Landscaping with Cordyline Ideas here Eye-Catching Front Yard Landscaping Ideas 1. Boxwoods Bordering Stony Garden Edges Small leafed bushes with evergreen foliage, boxwoods add a medieval and traditional feel inspired by historic French gardens that are low maintenance and brighten the front yard all year around....

In this article, we offer nine tips for successfully cultivating inkberry holly in your landscape. Ilex glabra Inkberry holly, Ilex glabra, aka gallberry, is an evergreen shrub that grows in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 11. Species plants achieve a mature stature of five to eight feet tall and wide. There are also compact cultivated varieties from which to choose. Native to the eastern shores of North America, I. glabra thrives in full sun with fertile soil....

Ideal conditions for growing blueberries Before we talk specifics about blueberry fertilization, I’d like to touch on the importance of locating your blueberry bushes in ideal conditions for optimum growth and production. If your plants are sited properly and they receive enough sunlight and water, the need for fertilization won’t be as critical. And perhaps most importantly, if you don’t provide them with the right conditions, even if you properly fertilize, the plants won’t perform their best....

It’s almost winter, and gardening winter vegetables means planting frost-lovers like brassicas, garlic, leeks, and peas. Cabbage is a lovely winter crop that enjoys a kiss from the frost. And what better to plant with it but cabbage companion plants? Table of Contents Companion planting is a great way to keep your garden plentiful, and safe from common pests. It also provides a lot of variety to what could otherwise be a monoculture....