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Information Tulips are a hardy flower, but even these spring blooming beauties can succumb to certain garden pests each season. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros examines the most common pests that can plague your tulip plants, as well as how to prevent them, or treat them if they've already begun attacking your tulips. By Liz Jaros Last updated: October 19, 2022 | 7 min read You’ve been peering through the front window for weeks, waiting for signs of spring....

He perched on the edge of an empty birdbath, telling me in no uncertain terms that there should be water in it. Are you looking for a decorative addition to your property? A birdbath is a great choice that’s pretty, functional, and fun. When spring arrives in my corner of Pennsylvania, I’m surrounded by woodpeckers, warblers, and finches – their hammering, singing, mating, and nesting is in full swing. One particularly warm afternoon, I was daydreaming in my back garden when I was scolded by a feisty house sparrow....

If you want to create a statement in your room, growing large indoor plants is the best way. Add color, contrast, and a natural vibe to your room by growing these Best Tall Houseplants with Patterns. Have a look at the gorgeous houseplants with patterns here Best Tall Houseplants with Patterns 1. Star Sansevieria Botanical Name: Sansevieria kirkii ‘Star Sansevieria’ Height: 5-6 feet This popular tall houseplant can reach impressive heights in large containers indoors....

Some people think that if they don’t have much sun, then they can’t grow any shrubs in their garden. This is simply not true. I think you will be pleasantly surprised with the amount of partial shade shrubs you’ll have to choose from! You don’t have to sacrifice color or flowers either. Many of the partial shade bushes on this list have spectacular blooms or vivid foliage to bring color to those darker corners....

Check out the Best Flowering Houseplants You Can Grow Indoors All Winter and keep your rooms decked up with colorful blooms in the colder months. Check out some Exciting Indoor Winter Gardening Projects for December here Best Flowering Houseplants You Can Grow Indoors All Winter 1. Christmas Cactus Botanical Name: Schlumbergera This stunning succulent houseplant is popularly used as an essential part of Christmas decorations and gifts. Once you notice the buds, place the plant in a sunny spot....

Succulents With Long Stems offer a distinctive look to the yard and homes. We have made an exclusive list of the best types! Have a look at the best Succulents You Can Eat here Succulent With Long Stems 1. Monadenium Ritchiei Botanical Name: Euphorbia ritchiei Monadenium Ritchiei is a handsome and fleshy specimen with a thick stem covered with leaves. It stays stubby, but the stem can grow as long as 2-3 feet....

Do you want an unlimited food supply from your garden? Grow these Best Cut and Come Again Vegetables for a Lot of Harvest! Here are some perennial vegetables you must grow for a long-term harvest What are Cut and Come Again Vegetables? Cut and Come Again is a gardening practice that involves harvesting only the outer matured layers around a rosette so that the inner layers keep growing and producing fresh vegetables....

Do you want to cultivate eatables in your pantry? Here’s a detailed insight on the Kitchen Plants that Grow in Water that you can have easily. Check out the Plants For Kitchen To Decorate It here Best Water for Kitchen Plants Before we check out the compiled list of Kitchen Plants that Grow in Water, you should know that it is alright to use tap water for them. However, if the water is chlorinated, you should let it sit for 1-2 days before using it....

If you don’t want to spend a lot on the restroom makeover for a time being, then we have some cool Rental Bathroom Plant Decor Ideas that will help you out! Check out some amazing small bathroom organization ideas here Rental Bathroom Plant Decor Ideas 1. Add a Hanging Plant and a Basket Both of these are easy to add and you can also take them away with you when you’ll go!...

Plants Looking for some perennials to plant in your zone 3 shade garden? Yes, there are several fantastic perennials that can grow in cold and shady climates. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner walks through some cold weather shade garden tips, as well as listing out her favorite perennial plants for shade gardens in zone 3. By Laura Elsner Last updated: June 12, 2022 | 20 min read Full disclosure, I love shade gardens!...

If you want your preparation to stand out, then you need to have the right ingredients for it! Here are the most delicious Herbs for Perfect Pasta! Try them and be that perfect chef! Learn How to Create a Pasta Garden on Your Small Balcony here Herbs for Perfect Pasta 1. Basil Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum Goes Best With: Pesto Pasta This most popular herb gives an entirely new flavor to pasta!...

Question: Can you freeze fresh herbs? I’m harvesting more than we can possibly eat from the garden. -Tiffany H. Answer: Freezing is a great way to preserve fresh herbs when your garden is producing more than you can use before they spoil. Basil, borage, chives, dill, lemon balm, lemongrass, mint, oregano, parsley, sage, savory, sorrel, sweet woodruff, tarragon, and thyme are especially good herbs to preserve in the freezer. There are a few different methods you can use to freeze your harvested herbs, from bare herbs on the stem to herb butter or infused oils, and we’ve provided instructions for each below....

Information If you've found rabbits in your garden, chances are they've chewed through some of your harvest. Finding these little creatures roaming around your garden can be maddening, but the good news is that there's some solutions. In this article, we examine what to do when you find rabbits in your garden, and how you can prevent them from coming back. By Jason White Last updated: February 10, 2022 | 7 min read Are rabbits destroying the plants in your garden?...

QUESTION: I’m harvesting a lot of potatoes. How do I store potatoes from my garden? -Kenny T. ANSWER: New potatoes from the first and second early crops will only last about a week before they’ve gone bad. Put them in the refrigerator, either in a paper bag or wrapped loosely in plastic. Do not wash them until you’re ready to use them. From the moment they’re dug up, try to limit the exposure to sunlight your potatoes get....

Rose Care Tips The first and most important thing is to choose a variety that is suitable for your climate and grows in similar growing conditions like yours. Consider temperature, light, humidity, watering and soil type. Every rose variety has its specific requirements, do proper research before planting. Roses need at least six hours of sunlight to bloom heavily. They don’t grow in shade but there are some varieties like David Austin, grace and lady of shallots that thrive in partial shade, too....

In this article, I will cover everything you need to know to cultivate calico aster in your landscape. Symphyotrichum lateriflorum Calico aster, Symphyotrichum lateriflorum, formerly Aster lateriflorus, is a native perennial flower that blooms from midsummer to mid-fall. It rejuvenates fall gardens with masses of tiny white blossoms, with striking reddish-purple to rosy pink centers. Suitable for gardeners in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 8, this plant readily naturalizes, especially in moist woodland locales, where it is virtually maintenance free....

Easily cultivated, these plants grow from rhizomes and make a striking addition to beds, borders, and containers, and they can also be grown indoors as houseplants. Zantedeschia spp. When you’re looking for a statement plant that lends an air of high-end sophistication, the calla lily is always a top contender. Consistently elegant, callas add a unique flair to the garden with their distinctive chalice-like flowers in a range of luscious tropical colors supported by handsome upright foliage....

When it comes to versatility, rhododendrons have it made. There’s just one catch. They need acidic soil. However adaptable they might be, that’s one thing they won’t compromise on. Rhododendron spp. There’s a reason why rhododendrons are so popular. The riot of color that a well-placed plant can produce is replicated by few other shrubs out there. But beyond that, they come in a massive range of sizes, leaf shapes, and growth habits as well....

Thanks to their drought tolerance, these plants make the perfect addition to low-maintenance gardens designed to support water conservation. Yucca spp. During summer in East Los Angeles, California, you’ll see yucca blooming in people’s gardens and various pockets of the landscape. It’s refreshing to see their blooms when other flowers have faded in the hot weather. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

By Jennifer Poindexter Have you ever seen lush houseplants and wondered how people maintain them so beautifully? I’m getting ready to let you in on a little secret. Some plants are easy to grow. They look gorgeous, require little help, and can assist in making a space feel more alive. Would you like to have one of these plants in your life? You’ve come to the right place because I’m going to fill you in on all the details of growing the Chinese evergreen plant....