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People who are unfamiliar with gardening might believe that growing hydrangeas is challenging. After all, the blossoms are so spectacular, they look like they would be difficult to maintain. On the contrary, these beauties are very low maintenance. With the proper care, they will continue to dazzle us with their show-stopping blooms year after year. These lovely shrubs come in all shapes and sizes, so you can have constant flowers throughout summer....

I’m going to guide you through the growing process for this leafy green, and recommend a few of my favorite cultivars. I’ll even tempt your taste buds with some preserving and cooking ideas. Brassica oleracea var. acephala ‘Lacinato’ Dinosaur kale, also known as Tuscan or Lacinato kale, is without a doubt my favorite type. Its long, narrow leaves make it such a breeze to cook with. And in my opinion, it is one of the most ornamental edible plants there is....

From the micro-minis that stay under six inches tall to the bigger options that top out at under three feet, minis put on a macro display. Miniature roses can liven up your space, and you don’t have to sacrifice a big, bold display for a petite footprint. Though these plants are physically diminutive, they are mighty in their impact. And that’s doubly true when you grow them in pots. A pretty container in a prominent spot only serves to emphasize how attractive mini roses can be....

Check out all the details on How to Grow Pomelo to include this juicy fruit in your garden for a fresh harvest. It tastes amazing in salads and juices! Learn about Growing Star Fruits here Pomelo Fruit Information Pomelo or Pummelo is the largest fruit of the citrus family. It can grow up to an impressive size of 8-12 inches. The fruits have a sweet and tart taste with easily removable orange-like thick pale yellow skin....

By Jennifer Poindexter Wouldn’t it be great to have an herb in your garden which produced all year long? If you think so, consider growing winter savory. In most climates, it will produce a harvest every month of the year. But besides just using winter savory for culinary purposes, it’s also wonderful as a home remedy for mild stomach ailments and the common cold, too. Winter savory can be a hidden gem in your garden....

Frequent inspections help to identify early warning signs, and can curtail potential damage when you respond promptly and accordingly. Nothing beats the fresh taste of homegrown lettuce and sometimes it can feel like every animal and insect in the neighborhood agrees. Lettuce is one of the most commonly decimated plants in the home garden, attracting hungry creatures from miles around. On a sunny spring day, you can practically hear the sounds of munching coming from your plants…...

Though minor cases may be treated with fungicides with some degree of success, prevention is key to protect your plants from this disease. Phytophthora infestans Late blight is a serious disease that may affect tomatoes and potatoes. It can rapidly destroy entire fields and ruin a farmer’s income for the year. And it may affect crops in home gardens severely as well. You may not realize it, but you are probably already familiar with the organism that causes late blight....

Fruit Are you interested in growing fruit trees in your backyard? Pears are your answer. These plants are easy to care for, grow quickly, and produce the classic fruits we all know and love. Gardening expert Madison Moulton dives into the specifics of European pear tree growing, covering absolutely everything you need to know for a thriving tree in your own backyard. By Madison Moulton Last updated: February 18, 2022 | 17 min read Next to apples, pears are one of the most common fresh fruits in home kitchens....

Shrubs Viburnums are a shrubby plant that can make a hardy addition to any garden space. Once established, they are fairly low-maintenance, and can grow across several hardiness zones. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her experience with viburnums and all aspects of their care. By Jill Drago Last updated: December 30, 2022 | 12 min read Viburnums are a large group of flowering shrubs. Viburnums vary greatly within the genus, with no real characteristic tying them all together....

Globe amaranth, Gomphrena globosa, is one of 90 Gomphrena species of flowering plants in the Amaranthaceae family. Gomphrena globosa Globe amaranth is a tropical annual that features long-lasting, globe-shaped blossoms in a variety of colors. Ideal for beds, borders, and rock gardens, plants are drought tolerant and suitable for xeriscapes. In this guide, we cover all you need to cultivate these unique, colorful flowers in your garden. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....

For gardeners that are used to growing in cold climates, frost is just something we know we have to deal with every year. But for new gardeners, it can be a very confusing topic. Why do you need to worry about frost-proofing plants? What does frost do to plants? How cold does it have to be for frost? How do you cover plants to protect from frost? And how the heck do you know what plants should be covered for frost anyway?...

Want to grow plants that can make you more beautiful? Just learn about the plants you can grow for beauty therapies. Must Read! If you visit any beauty counter, you will see rows of products containing natural extracts for moisturizing, conditioning, cleansing, toning, and anti-aging. Even though some of them sound exotic, other plants like Green Tea, Rose, Chamomile, Aloe Vera, etc., can be grown in your garden (some of them can be grown indoors too) and they all have some great skin benefits....

Both these plants are easy to care for and very popular among houseplants. There are many similarities between these two that people often get confused. But with the help of this Pothos Vs Philodendron post, you’ll be able to differentiate between them easily. 1. Foliage Pothos Pothos leaves are heart-shaped, green, and pointed, somewhat resembling philodendron. Most of the pothos cultivars have variegated leaves, but some are solid colored. The appearance is a bit different for each variety....

Learn how to make a bulb planter in easy steps. It might look complicated, but overall the DIY project is not challenging. Required Materials Chicken Wire Pliers Screwdriver Bulb Flat Stone Plant & Soil 1. Remove Bulb Connector Remove bulb connector as shown using the pliers. 2. Use the Screwdriver Use a screwdriver to hollow out the light bulb. 3. Remove Glass Mount Remove the glass mount and support wires out of the light bulb....

Are there rose bushes in the garden that you would like to propagate? Rose cuttings are an easy way to grow more rose plants. In this piece, we discuss what is needed to grow roses from cuttings. It’s really a simple and fun process that will help expand the rose garden in no time. Table of Contents There are other forms of rose propagation, such as growing new plants from seed or grafting cuttings onto a rootstalk....

Do you know about South American Indoor Plants? Click here State Tree of Wyoming Wyoming, in 1947, adopted the Cottonwood as its official State Tree. In 1961, the statute was amended to change the scientific name to Populus deltoides Variety Monilifera. The State Tree of Wyoming is native to the Rocky Mountains and the Great Plains and is also the fastest-growing tree in North America. It can live for about 100-120 years and grow up to 80-100 feet tall on maturity....

Using olive oil could be great for the garden and home. In this post, you will discover 18 benefits of Using Olive Oil in Garden and the variety of ways you can use it! Have a look at some amazing coconut oil uses in the garden here Using Olive Oil in Garden Olive oil could be helpful for your plants as it protects them from stubborn pests and provides some essential vitamins like Vitamin E, which increases the plant’s survival in cold weather....

Information Like all succulents, hens and chicks plants can run into some common plant problems as they grow. Many of their issues however, can be remedied if they are promptly addressed. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at the most common problems with these popular succulents, and what to do about them. By Paige Foley Last updated: January 15, 2023 | 8 min read Grown indoors or outdoors, hens and chicks are a succulent plant well known for how they propagate in nature....

Fruit Thinking of growing strawberries in your raised garden beds this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? Are raised beds even good for growing strawberries? In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through her top tips for growing your strawberries in raised garden beds this season. By Logan Hailey Last updated: November 4, 2022 | 9 min read It’s difficult to imagine a summer garden without plump, sweet strawberries dangling from your garden beds....

Shrubs Are you thinking of moving your hydrangeas around this season? Perhaps you are thinking of taking them out of containers and relocating them to somewhere in the ground? In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago walks through her top tips for transplanting hydrangeas! By Jill Drago Last updated: November 22, 2022 | 7 min read Has your hydrangea grown too large for its current space? Maybe it needs a little more or a little less sun, depending on the type of hydrangea that you have growing....