Skip to Content

How To Care For Poinsettia Plants After Christmas

What you do with your poinsettia plants after Christmas will make the difference between a shriveled-up plant that goes into the compost pile or one that can bloom for year after year of enjoyment!  As sad as it is, the holidays are now officially over. Presents have been unwrapped, way too much food has been …

Read More about How To Care For Poinsettia Plants After Christmas

How To Grow Cold Hardy Banana Plants – Anywhere!

If you have always wanted to grow banana plants but thought you lived in a climate that’s just too cold – you need to try your hand at growing cold hardy banana plants! Most banana plants that produce the fruit you get at grocery stores are grown in warm, tropical regions. And although there are …

Read More about How To Grow Cold Hardy Banana Plants – Anywhere!

Growing Asters – The Perfect Perennial Plant For Big Fall Color!

If your property lacks color and pizazz when fall rolls around, then you need to consider growing asters!  When other flowering annuals and perennials have started to fade, asters step in and really steal the show! With their star-shaped blooms that resemble small daisies, they are perfect for adding to your typical fall displays.  In …

Read More about Growing Asters – The Perfect Perennial Plant For Big Fall Color!

How To Grow Herbs Indoors – 8 Amazing Herbs For Year Round Flavor!

Your outdoor garden doesn’t have to be the only place where you can grow items to use in your kitchen! We’ve put together a list of our eight favorite herbs you can successfully grow indoors all year long! Do you like to spend as much time in the kitchen as you do in the garden? …

Read More about How To Grow Herbs Indoors – 8 Amazing Herbs For Year Round Flavor!

Using A Cold Frame – How To Extend Your Growing Season With Ease!

If the fall and winter months have you feeling a little down and bored because your vegetable growing season has come to an end, don’t fret! Using a cold frame might be just what you need!   Cold frames are a great way to extend the length of your growing season when typical outdoor temperatures …

Read More about Using A Cold Frame – How To Extend Your Growing Season With Ease!

How To Grow Daffodils – Plant This Fall For Big Blooming Spring Flowers!

The beautiful trumpet-shaped blooms of a daffodil are such a wonderful indication of the arrival of spring. They make a great addition to any garden when you want to see bright colors before most other plants even begin to grow. You can easily learn how to grow daffodils in your own landscape, all by following …

Read More about How To Grow Daffodils – Plant This Fall For Big Blooming Spring Flowers!

How To Grow Crocus – One Of The First Blooming Flowers Of Early Spring!

Crocus flowers are a great addition to any garden landscape. Their bright bell-shaped blooms help to welcome in the warmer spring weather. Follow these simple steps so you can learn how to grow crocus flowers and add them to your landscape.  Crocuses are small flowers but they are mighty and easy to grow. They are …

Read More about How To Grow Crocus – One Of The First Blooming Flowers Of Early Spring!

Why & How To Clear Out Your Garden In The Fall – The Final Preparations

There might be no more important chore than taking time to clear out your garden in the fall. As the temperatures turn a bit cooler and your vegetable plants begin to slowly fade, sometimes the garden takes a back seat to other chores. But it might be surprising to find out that working in your …

Read More about Why & How To Clear Out Your Garden In The Fall – The Final Preparations

How To Keep Ferns Over The Winter – Dividing, Re-Potting & Winter Care

Now that the weather is starting to cool off and the daylight is getting shorter, it’s time to start thinking about dividing, re-potting, and keeping your ferns over the winter this year! Ferns are shade-loving plants that make a great addition to areas on your property that are hidden in the shadows. Places like under …

Read More about How To Keep Ferns Over The Winter – Dividing, Re-Potting & Winter Care

How To Plant Garlic In The Fall – Simple Tips For A Huge Summer Harvest!

Autumn is the perfect time to get your garlic off to a great start! By following the simple tips below on how to plant garlic in the fall, you will be able to enjoy an incredible harvest of garlic bulbs when next summer rolls around.  With its intense aroma and flavors, garlic is a perfect …

Read More about How To Plant Garlic In The Fall – Simple Tips For A Huge Summer Harvest!