Planting bulbs in the spring is one of the best ways to ensure big color and interest in your flowerbeds this summer – and it couldn’t be easier to do! Although fall is the time when many think of planting popular spring flowering bulbs such as tulips, daffodils and crocus, there are also quite a …
You might be surprised just how easy it can be to build your very own two bin compost system – and how fast it can help make a continuous supply of amazing compost for your garden and flowerbeds! When it comes to powering your soil and plants, nothing beats compost. Compost contains the perfect blend …
If you are looking to grow a unique, beautiful and fragrant perennial in your landscape that is sure to turn heads, then it’s time to plant hops this year! Yes, we are talking about the same hop plant has long been grown by homemade beer enthusiasts as an ingredient for their home brewing efforts. But …
Looking for a few tricks and tips to get your azaleas to bloom bigger, brighter and longer than ever? One of the most beautiful blooming shrubs of all, the azalea bush has long been known for its vibrant flowers that signal spring is officially here. Azaleas in full bloom are stunning. In fact, their flowers …
One of the most confusing aspects of gardening is understanding just how growing zones and frost dates work – and how to use them to plant smart for your specific location and landscape. When it comes to growing zones, it is certainly understandable how and why they can be so puzzling. In some growing zones …
Looking for the best perennial border plants to add beauty and order to your flowerbeds, sidewalks and home landscaping? Border plantings not only add color, interest and definition to your planting areas, they also help keep your flowerbeds much tidier in the process. They are perfect for holding in mulch and keeping it from spilling …
One of the best ways to help offset the ever rising price of groceries is to grow some or all of your own with a great backyard garden – and the best way to do that successfully is by starting to plan now! Whether you are a first time grower or a seasoned gardener, a …
Looking for a few great garden books to add to your reading list this winter? Wintertime is the perfect time for dreaming and planning next year’s garden and flowerbeds. And nothing can help spur on your creativity more than reading up on all kinds of wonderful gardening topics! One thing is for sure, the long …
As late summer and fall arrive, it is time for giving a little tender loving care to your hostas – fall hosta care not only helps to spruce up your plants and flowerbeds, it also helps prepare the leafy plant’s root structure for the long winter months ahead. Late summer and early fall are actually …
One of the best ways to power up your perennial plants for better growth and bigger blooms is by giving them the right dose of fertilizer at just the right time. It goes without saying, perennials plants are the backbone of most home flowerbeds. Unlike annual flowers, perennials add texture and color to the landscape …