Every fall, it’s the same thing – the invasion of the ladybugs. As the days grow shorter and colder, we aren’t the only ones who prefer the comfort of the …
Whether you are new to African violets or don’t have a room in your house without one (hi friend!), you need to read this article if you want healthy, blooming …
African violets are making a comeback. Whether you’ve been growing them for ages or you’re just getting interested in these nostalgic plants, there are some important things you need to …
Wood chips are widely regarded as an excellent landscaping mulch – and for good reason. Spread out over the soil in a thick layer, wood chip mulch suppresses weeds, preserves …
Compared to most houseplants, Christmas cacti are a little different when it comes to feeding them. Because of how they grow and when they bloom, they need different types of …
Whether you grow them yourself, buy a couple at the farmer’s market, or you’ve got a spare can of puree in the pantry, fall is the time for pumpkin in …
It happens every year. The end of the gardening season rolls around, and there are still green tomatoes hanging out. In some cases, quite a few. Sure, there are plenty …
Schlumbergera – no, it’s not the name of a new Belgian craft beer brewery; rather, it’s the genus of cactus we’re going to talk about. Most of us know it …
Mason jars are among the most useful containers available. They can be used for crafts, decorations, storing non-food items, and, of course, their intended purpose – canning food. It’s funny, …
Whether it’s springtime and you’ve got tender seedlings out in your garden, or it’s fall and you’ve got your fingers crossed while those final tomatoes ripen up, nothing puts a …
Growing vegetables in October? Yes, of course. Even if you’ve already had your first frost, there are still vegetables you can grow this time of year. Let’s take a look …
There’s something about pine cones that’s appealing to all of us. Their pattern, their natural symmetry —it’s no wonder we find ourselves picking them up while walking in the woods. …
The next time you find yourself cleaning out your wood stove or fire pit, don’t toss all that wood ash. You’ve got a handy garden tool at your fingertips if …
If you grow tomatoes, and let’s be honest, who doesn’t, then you’ve probably been inundated with the message that you have to grow marigolds, too. After all, marigolds are the …
Ah, the humble crab apple. How many of us have walked right past these tiny little apples growing in our yards and parks? Sure, they have beautiful blossoms, after all, …
It’s time! Whether you’re ready for it or not, it’s time to start getting ready for Christmas. Well, it’s time to start getting your Christmas cactus ready anyway. October is …
October is the best month to plant perennials, especially if you prefer gardening on easy mode. So, I’ve rounded up some of the easiest perennials you can grow. Get them …
Spring bulbs are a promise from Mother Nature, given each fall. As we close out the summer and cooler fall temperatures arrive, it’s time to plant the bulbs that will …
Everyone has recipes for tomatoes – sauce, soup, salads, sandwiches, the list goes on and on. But when the garden season draws to a close and you find yourself staring …
Roses are the one garden ornamental that has never gone out of style or fallen out of grace. They’re no longer confined to formal gardens, and seeing them tumble out …
Fall showed up this week. I went away for a few days, leaving behind a green backyard. When I came home, everything was gold, orange and red. And that means …
Soaking garlic cloves before you plant them is a practice that many gardeners swear by, including organic garlic producers. These same gardeners swear that it improves growth, creates robust roots, …
I love a messy garden! And not just as a self-confessed prune-crastinator. To me, a messy garden is a living garden. A diverse garden. And a welcoming garden. So that’s …
Have you heard the term “underpruner” before? I honestly hope you haven’t, because if you have, that would mean I haven’t just made that up. Which I totally did. To …
Even when I’m buying mums, I can already picture their skeletal remains, tipped out of their pots and into the compost bin a couple of months from now. Chrysanthemums are …