Fall is arguably the best time of the year! Who can resist the leaves on the trees changing color, the cool air, pumpkins, baking, and making fall crafts? Decorating for fall is a delight because of the gorgeous brown, yellow, orange, red and gold … [Continue reading]
Bergenias are a hardy, semi-evergreen ornamental that originally came from Asia. It is now a favorite in gardens all over the country, and numerous stunning varieties are available. The thick, shiny leaves of the bergenia are typically heart-shaped, … [Continue reading]
Any discerning gardener knows that a world-class rose bush will distinguish a home. Its elegant stems, vibrant green leaves and luxurious blooms seem like the work of a seasoned expert. But most gardeners also assume that such roses are out of their … [Continue reading]
The weather's getting colder and the trees are dropping leaves, but that's no reason you can't still garden. In this video (see video at the end of the article) by CentralTexasGardener, Trisha will be covering what kinds of plants are safe to plant … [Continue reading]
Decorating your home with plants and flowers is a wonderful thing. Incorporating the beauty of nature into your space will always bring a sense of accomplishment, especially when you take care of the plants that you choose to grow. There are … [Continue reading]
Recycling is one of the very best ways you can improve your garden, no matter what size or shape it is. When you take some of the things that you’d throw away anyway and craft them into imaginative recycled planters for your garden, you’re helping … [Continue reading]
Incorporating items that are exclusively ornamental, such as paintings and statues, is an important part of decorating your home and garden. However, you can greatly expand your decorating options by adopting a simple philosophy: How can I accomplish … [Continue reading]
In this small gallery we've gathered 7 solar powered products that are easy to use and install. 1) LED Crystal Ball Solar Powered String Lights >> Check Price << These lights install so EASY! With the modern convenience of solar … [Continue reading]
When I was growing up, I would spend summers with an aunt that helped foster my interest in growing things. The only problem with my aunt's garden was that she lived in a particularly wet and humid area of Florida and had to be very careful what she … [Continue reading]
Not everyone has a green thumb right away. Gardening takes a bit of practice to perfect and keep your plants alive, so if you are inexperienced, you may not want to start with plants that require a lot of maintenance. Instead, shoot for hardy plants … [Continue reading]
My love for gardening was first stoked when I would visit my great aunt's farm. Not only was my aunt an avid gardener, but she also had a wide array of livestock that she would tend to on a daily basis. It was through my visits that I got to know the … [Continue reading]
An Introduction to Bee Friendly Gardening Bees play an integral role in the overall health of your garden, as well as in the local environment around you. They are essential for plant and flower cross-pollination, bringing life with them wherever … [Continue reading]
Gardening is usually associated with warm summer days and the feeling of sun on your shoulders, but if you’re living in a wet climate, your visions may be of rainy days, soggy soil and a dull, colorless landscape. The good news is that some plants … [Continue reading]
As a child, one of my favorite pastimes was watching the hummingbirds flutter about in my parent's garden. They always seemed to be around the feeders and certain plants, but I never realized that they are attracted to the color red until much later … [Continue reading]
One of my favorite species of insect is the various forms of Lepidoptera that roam around the entirety of the United States. For the laymen, Lepidoptera is the order of insects that includes both butterflies and moths. These animals serve as … [Continue reading]
