Some of the most common garden mistakes and landscaping miscues occur during the middle of summer. Summertime is great time to enjoy the outdoors. Unfortunately, all of that enjoying sometimes leads to a few forgotten chores. As much as gardeners worry about getting things “just right” in the spring, or putting their yard and garden …
So much work goes into garden planning and planting, that sometimes gardeners forget how important the process of harvesting vegetables is to the overall success of a garden. But good harvesting techniques really do matter when it comes to the continued production levels of plants. Here are 3 big keys to harvesting vegetables, and how …
Autumn is just around the corner, and its time to think about creating beautiful fall containers! Fall containers and flowering baskets are a great way to add color when summer’s blooms begin to fade. As the autumn air turns crisp, there are a wide variety of great-looking plants that actually thrive in the cooler conditions. …
Yes, summertime really is the perfect time for dividing hostas and daylilies! Many think that the summer heat is simply too hot to split and divide perennials from the landscape. This is indeed true for some plants. Take for instance ornamental grasses. Splitting and replanting grasses while in full-growth mode can lead to instant death for …
When it comes to adding a vivid splash of color to your landscape, nothing can beat a few hardy purple perennials! The color purple can add a vibrant focal point to your landscape. It also works as a great accent color to the many variations of green foliage of shrubs, bushes, trees and other landscape …
You might be amazed that by simply avoiding a few common mowing mistakes, you can have your yard looking beautiful in just a few weeks. Believe it or not, how you mow has a huge impact on the overall health of your lawn. In a time when billions are spent on a myriad of lawn …
One of the biggest secrets to gardening success is watering vegetable plants and flowers correctly. Pests, disease and weeds can certainly spell trouble for a gardener, But it is usually the lack of too much or too little water that creates the most trouble for plants. Although water needs will vary from climate to climate, …
Think its impossible to grow pineapple plants if you don’t live in a tropical area? Think again! It’s actually quite easy, especially if you grow them in containers. Many folks mistakenly think pineapples come from trees. They are, however, a perennial plant. And although they need warmth to survive, they can be grown almost anywhere. …
When it comes to finding perfect perennials for shady portions of the landscape, it’s hard to beat Hosta plants! The Hosta, or Plantain Lilly as it is officially known, prefers shade over sun. In fact, most varieties of Hosta plants perform best with just a few hours of morning or evening sun. Making them even …
Growing hot peppers has become a passion for many gardeners. They can add plenty of heat to all types of dishes. Even more, they can add loads of color and interest to your garden as well. From mildly warm to near flame throwing hot, when it comes to growing hot peppers, the choices are almost …