Although annual and perennial flowers certainly add a tremendous amount of color and beauty to your yard, the inclusion of a few gorgeous flowering shrub and bush varieties can have a major impact on year round curb appeal. Flowering shrubs and bushes are a cost-effective way to fill nearly any size void in the landscape. Depending …
There is nothing quite like growing Lantana in containers, hanging baskets and flowerbeds for a gorgeous pop of color – especially when you can keep it blooming big and strong all summer long! Lantana is one of those durable plants that thrive in tough drought conditions, and can bear even the most punishing sunlight. That, …
If you love to make pickles, today’s article on finding the best cucumber plants to grow for making them is a win-win for sure! Cucumbers are one of the most popular vegetables to grow in a home garden. In fact, they are second only to tomatoes. And one of the biggest reason they have that …
Looking for a few tips and tricks to keep cats out of your garden and flowerbeds? When it comes to pets, cats are one of the best. They can protect your house from mice, snakes and more, not to mention become a great companion for the whole family. Even better, they can even help protect …
Looking for some of the best cherry tomato plants to grow this year? Cherry tomato plants are one of the most commonly planted vegetable plants of all. Not only do they produce delicious little tomatoes earlier in the year than their larger counterparts, they keep on producing right up until the first frost. Even better, …
One of the best ways of all to save on your gardening budget is to start your own plants from seed, especially when it comes to growing expensive flowering annuals like geraniums! Although geraniums are technically a perennial, they sell in most climates as a perennial. The plant originates from South Africa. Because of that, …
When it comes to starting seeds indoors, nothing can make the entire process more simple, easy and successful than having your very own seed starting stand. Especially when you can create it yourself for less than you ever imagined! Starting your own vegetable and flower plants from seed is a great way to save on …
If your goal is a beautiful flower garden with lots of bees and butterflies flying around from summer to fall, then growing Helenium is the perfect choice for you! Helenium is a great addition to any garden. The flowers resemble those of yellow daisies, but also come in a wide variety of hues including vibrant …
When it comes to pruning fruit trees, winter is the ideal time to get your trees in tip top shape. Pruning not only helps create a healthier tree, it also can lead to larger and more plentiful yields. Pruning fruit trees is not as difficult and scary as many are led to believe. It is, however, an …
There is no better way to lower your grocery bills and consume healthy, delicious fruits and vegetables than by planting a garden with canning and preserving in mind. More and more people are turning to vegetable gardening than ever before. And it’s easy to see why – growing your own vegetables not only gives you …
Searching for an effective way to prevent deer from damaging your plants and landscape this winter? Deer can wreak havoc on trees, shrubs and flowerbeds at any point of the year. But in the winter, as food becomes more scarce, they can become especially problematic. Since there is little in the way of fresh growth …