Did you know that one of the most important times to care for your lilac bush is right as it finishes flowering in late spring? In fact, what you do with your bushes right after they bloom can actually make a huge difference in just how well they flower next year – or whether they …
Looking for some great shade loving plants for your containers and hanging baskets that don’t get to see a lot of sunlight? There’s no doubt that growing plants in containers and hanging baskets is a great way to enjoy gardening in locations where you normally can’t. But if you happen to have a shaded front …
Looking for a few simple and effective ways to keep your climbing roses blooming strong all summer long? It’s hard to beat the incredible beauty of a climbing rose. There is just something so spectacular about seeing the plant’s long canes covered in fragrant and colorful blooms meandering up an arbor, trellis or along a …
One of the best ways to add delicious perennial fruit to your landscape is to plant and grow a few blueberry bushes – not only is it easy to do, but it can pay off year after year with an amazing harvest of fresh berries for you and your family! Sweet, delicious, and packed with …
Looking for the secrets to success when it comes to keeping your cucumber plants safe from the perils of disease and pests? Aside from tomatoes, cucumbers are the second most widely grown vegetable in home gardens. They are also one of the most versatile vegetables around when it comes to being used in your kitchen. …
One of the easiest, best and least expensive ways to fill your flowerbeds with life and color is to divide the perennials you already have this spring into even more plants. Not only is it simple to do, it can save you hundreds of dollars on plants. And, of course, on mulch too! Early spring …
One of the best ways to grow healthier and more productive tomato plants is to companion plant basil with your tomatoes. In fact, not only can it help you to a bigger harvest, but an even tastier one too! So what exactly is companion planting? In a nutshell, companion planting is the art of growing …
When it comes to getting the most out of your garden space and allowing crops to work naturally together, it doesn’t get any better than using the 3 sisters companion planting method to grow sweet corn, beans and squash/zucchini! This growing method was mastered hundreds of years back by Native American tribes, and it allowed …
How, where and when you plant your cucumbers can make a big difference in just how successful your plants and your harvest can be – and that is exactly why it’s so important to avoid four of the most common cucumber planting mistakes that can put your plants in trouble right from the start! Getting …
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 beat the spring – especially when you can create a whole slew of new hosta plants to help fill …