Wondering when you should cut your tulips back after they finish blooming this spring? If there is one beautiful flower that helps to signify the beginning of a new growing season, it's tulips - but did you know that what you do with them after they bloom can make a huge difference in how they …
Looking for a few simple secrets to growing tomatoes in pots and containers with big success? Container growing is one of the easiest ways to enjoy fresh, homegrown tomatoes when you don't have space for a traditional garden. From patios and decks to small backyards and balconies, growing in pots makes it possible for nearly …
Did you know that spring is one of the most perfect times of all to divide your overgrown hostas? One of the best ways to help keep your hostas healthy and strong is to divide them every three to five years - and when it comes to the best time for dividing, you simply can't …
One of the biggest secrets to getting your clematis to bloom bigger and better than ever is to fertilize it in early spring - but knowing when and what to use can make a huge difference in just how amazing those blooms turn out this year! Is there anything more beautiful than clematis in full …
One of the most important things you can do to help your blueberry bushes to stay healthy, strong - and produce a bigger harvest of blueberries is to fertilize them in just the right way, with just the right dose of nutrients. But when powering up blueberry bushes, it's not as simple as putting down …
When you plant basil right alongside your tomato plants - amazing things happen! Not only will it help you have healthier and more productive tomato plants - it might even make your tomatoes taste better too! So what exactly is companion planting? In a nutshell, companion planting is the art of growing plants that can …
Looking for a few key tips to fertilize your hydrangeas this spring for bigger blooms than ever this year? One of the easiest and best ways to get your hydrangeas to grow and bloom stronger than ever is to give them the fertilizer they need - just when they need it! Hydrangeas are one of …
Want to eliminate chickweed from overtaking your flowerbeds every single year? If there is one weed that seems to show up overnight and spread everywhere, it's chickweed. One day your flowerbeds look clean and tidy. A week later, there is a thick green mat of foliage hugging the soil surface, weaving around perennials, bulbs, and …
The best time to fertilize daylilies is in early spring - and with one simple and easy application, you can set your daylilies up for bigger and better blooms than ever this year! Daylilies are one of the most popular of all perennial plants for home gardeners. Not only are they easy to grow and …
If you want to eliminate ground moles from your yard - and stop all of the damage they can do to it - then spring is time to take action! Ground moles can be one of the most invasive of all pests. Unfortunately, once they arrive, they are more than happy to set up shop …
When it comes to caring for lavender plants in early spring - there is usually one key mistake many gardeners make to their plants - and it can often spell disaster! Lavender smells incredible, looks beautiful in bloom, and once established, it can thrive with very little attention. But even though lavender is considered low …
When it comes to the perfect way to plant and grow asparagus for years of incredibly delicious harvests - it's hard to beat using the simple trench planting method. It makes planting and growing asparagus a breeze - all while helping to develop healthy, strong roots that can deliver mountains of fresh asparagus spears for …
Did you know that you can attract orioles to your yard this spring and summer with two simple feeding tricks? One thing is for sure, it's hard to find a more exciting bird flying about your landscape than an oriole. Their bright orange and black coloring, bold personalities, and beautiful songs make them one of …
Looking for a few of the best deer resistant flowering annuals to plant this year to keep the flowers in your pots, containers and bed spaces safe from deer damage? If you are tired of having the flowers in your pots and containers devoured by hungry deer - then it's time to fill them this …
Looking for a way to stop and kill the crabgrass in your lawn this spring before it becomes a nightmare in the summer and late fall? Without a doubt, the best time to stop and kill crabgrass is before it ever starts to grow - and the only way to do that effectively is in …
Did you know that there are 3 vegetable plants that you should never grow near your tomato plants? Tomatoes can grow in raised beds, gardens and even buckets - but they are surprisingly sensitive to competition. When planted near the wrong vegetables, they can suffer reduced growth, fewer flowers, lower yields - and in some …
Even if that compost pile is frozen outside - there are still some great and easy ways to recycle and use up all of those coffee grounds coming from your kitchen this winter! When it comes to recharging soil and helping plants grow better, it's hard to beat the value coffee grounds have - especially …
When it comes to saving big dollars this spring and summer on your gardening budget - it's hard to beat starting your own geraniums from seed late this winter! Not only is it easy - it let's you grow as many geraniums as you want for a fraction of the cost! While they're technically perennials, …
Want to know how early you can plant pansies to bring a little color to your spring landscape? Pansies are one of the earliest annuals you can plant to bring some color to the landscape after a long winter. Their big, bright petals and wide range of colors - and their ability to handle cold …
If you are wanting to plant and harvest a few more healthy greens this year - even when the summer turns hot - then you need to try your hand at growing Malabar spinach! Malabar spinach is one of the best greens to grow when summer heat arrives. While traditional spinach wilts, bolts, or turns …
If you are looking to add some interesting and beautiful perennial flowers to your flowerbeds this year - then growing balloon flowers is a must! Balloon flower is a plant that almost immediately catches the attention of fellow gardeners and plant lovers - even as it just buds. Named for its unusual flower buds that …
The best way to grow incredible vegetable and flower transplants from seed is by starting with incredibly rich and fertile soil - and there is no better way to do that than by taking a few simple steps to make your own seed starting soil right at home! Not only is making your own seed …
Some plants look nice from a distance, while others draw you in the moment you walk past them - and without a doubt - peppermint zinnias are one of those flowers! One thing is for sure, if you're looking for a flower that's easy to grow, incredibly productive, and useful beyond just good looks, peppermint …
Did you know that one place you should never start seeds for vegetable and flower transplants is in a window? Although it may seem like a natural fit to grow seedlings in a sunny windowsill, as it turns out, it can create all kinds of issues for your plants. Not just in the short term …
If you are looking for something both beautiful and unique to plant in your flowerbeds or garden this year - then look no further than Teddy Bear Sunflowers! With their soft, fluffy blooms that resemble golden pom-poms, Teddy Bear sunflowers add a playful yet elegant look anywhere they bloom and flower. From attracting pollinators to …
Looking for some big tips for knowing when and how to start your tomato transplants indoors this year? When it comes to starting your own tomato plants indoors from seed, a few simple tips can make a huge difference between growing weak, feeble plants that struggle to survive - or nurturing strong, healthy transplants that …
If you are looking to grow something a little different in your vegetable garden this year, Eight Ball zucchini is the perfect choice to put on your planting list! Eight Ball zucchini is one of the most unique zucchini varieties you can grow, thanks to its perfectly round shape, compact plant size, and incredible productivity. …
When it comes to planting your garden - did you know that there are two vegetable plants you should always start indoors before the growing season begins - and two you shouldn't? Starting vegetables from seed is one of the most rewarding parts of gardening. It gives you better plant choices, saves money, and allows …
Looking for the best way to start your vegetable seeds indoors - and even more importantly - when to pick the best time to put the seeds into the soil? While you can purchase plants at your local nursery or garden center, it's no secret that the price of plants - as well as everything …
Did you know that by simply taking a little time to start a garden journal this winter - you can set the stage for your best garden ever next year? Winter brings quiet days that are perfect for planning. Cold winds might keep you indoors, but your mind still drifts to spring soil and warm …
Looking for a few tips and pointers on caring for a live Christmas tree before and after Christmas? Some people go for artificial trees that they can quickly assemble and take down without the need for maintenance in between. Others like heading out and cutting down a live tree to display indoors. But unfortunately, once a …
If you plant garlic in the fall - one of the most important things you need to do for it through the winter months is mulch it. But the real key to success with mulch and garlic is just how much do you need to put down - and when should it go on? Even …
Did you know that you can grow your own beautiful ginger plant indoors with ease - and enjoy the amazing taste and flavor of this incredibly healthy herb whenever you want, the whole year round? Fresh ginger is perfect for adding deep, warming flavor to teas, soups, desserts and all kinds of dishes. But the …
Looking to prepare and protect your roses for winter? How you care for your rose bushes in the fall before winter arrives can make a huge difference in not only their health - but also their ability to bloom the following spring and summer! The good news is that preparing your roses for the cold …
Did you know that it's not only easy to make your own bird feed at home - it can also be far more nutritious for the birds you feed than commercial options? Unfortunately, many times, in order to feed birds healthy, nutritious food, you often have to pay a premium price. And even worse, good …
Looking for a few tips and tricks for how to care for your Christmas cactus this holiday season - and get it to bloom bigger, better and longer than ever? The Christmas cactus is one of the most popular indoor plants of all during the holidays - and for good reason as it happens to …
Looking to bring a little more life and pizazz to your landscape this winter? Winter often arrives with a barren look. Lawns fade from green to brown, flowerbeds lie dormant, and trees stand bare against a gray sky. The bright colors of spring and summer are gone, and even the warm hues of autumn have …
One of the best ways to save your summer fern is to bring it indoors this winter to grow as a houseplant - not only will it add color and interest indoors, it can even help keep the air inside from being overly dry! Houseplants release over 90% of the water they take in back …
When it comes to ornamental grass care in the fall - the biggest question for most home gardeners is whether or not to cut their grasses back now - or wait until spring. But what really is the best answer to that question? Unlike many herbaceous perennials that die completely back to the ground in …
Want to know the best way to compost all of those falling leaves this fall? Composting leaves in the autumn months is certainly a great way to clean up your lawn, flowerbeds and landscape before winter arrives. And, a perfect way to create loads of powerful compost in time for next spring's plantings as well! …
Did you know that you can easily save your potted mums this fall to grow and bloom again next fall? And save a lot of money in the process! Mums have certainly soared in price over the past few years. And with the way prices have continued to rise, that is a trend that is …
Did you know that by performing just two simple tasks to your daylilies in the fall, you can set them up for bigger blooms next spring and summer? As it turns out, fall is actually the perfect time to provide a little care for the daylilies growing in your flowerbeds. As the cooler autumn temperatures …