We all love the idea of spicing up our gardens and yards with something beyond the ordinary. Whether it's a spectacular planter or a stand-out sculpture, the idea of something above and beyond beautiful plant life stirs the imagination. With that in … [Continue reading]
Vertical gardens are a fun way to garden without spending all your time on your knees in the backyard. They're great for people with knee or back problems, or for those of us without large, beautiful yards for our displays. The creative ideas … [Continue reading]
It's spring time, and the warming weather means you can get back out there and spruce up your garden! (Unless you live in a place where you didn't have snow!) We've collected a number of cute DIY crafts for you to add to your garden. So whether … [Continue reading]
They say that necessity is the mother of invention, and there's no more urgent necessity than the limitations of space when it comes to gardening. We've created a list to guide our fellow gardeners through the creative and crafty process of making … [Continue reading]
Blue is a popular hue for gardeners. The trend to use blue flowers, like hydrangeas, is growing. However, there's a bit of study and planning before attempting to make hydrangeas turn blue. Aluminum Sulfate and Soil pH - Opt for Balance Soil, … [Continue reading]
We've already begun hearing that eternal call of springtime, the songs of local birds. There's nothing more optimistic and auspicious than the chatter of birds, letting us know that the snow and cold are leaving for the year. With this thought in … [Continue reading]
Roses are the most popular flower in the United States. In 1986, they were even named as the nation's official flower! With their widespread familiarity, the casual observer might think that there's not much about roses that can be learned. The … [Continue reading]
Orchids are delicate, beautiful flowers in vibrant shades that you may have seen for sale in your local supermarket. Although they look delicate and can be somewhat intimidating for a person who can't seem to keep their houseplants alive, in reality, … [Continue reading]
Tulips are an incredibly distinctive breed of flower, instantly identifiable around the world. In the most dry, scientific terms, the tulip is a bulbous flowering perennial plant encompassing around 75 currently accepted wild species belonging to … [Continue reading]
We're here to share with you a little secret: having a broken pot can be a very good thing! Terra cotta is fantastic for holding and organizing your plants, but the ubiquitous clay pots can become a little boring after a while. Surprisingly, … [Continue reading]
If you walk into nearly any greenhouse or garden shop, you'll probably find at least one or two varieties of Geraniums. In most places, gardeners treat these large, luscious blooms as annuals, since they need to be brought indoors during the winter … [Continue reading]
Big, beautiful lily flowers are some of the most recognizable flowers in the world. The flower is actually so popular that many flowers with "lily" in the name aren't actually true lilies! Daylilies, calla lilies, water lilies, and lily of the valley … [Continue reading]
Daisies are one of the most recognizable and common flowers. Nearly everyone can recognize the classic shape of a daisy: white petals surrounding a bright yellow center. However, there are thousands of varieties of daisies, ranging in size, shape, … [Continue reading]
As gardeners, we are surrounded by beautiful plants that we grow indoors or outdoors. While some of these plants and flowers are readily edible, and many are, some of the most widely grown ornamental flowers can be fatal. As you look around your … [Continue reading]
Fine restaurants have increased interest in the creative use of flowers in the kitchen. Many gardeners enjoy flowers for color — or for attracting humming birds, butterflies and honey bees. Add to your gardening pleasure by growing flowers for food … [Continue reading]
