The dappled willow tree has earned a lot of fame in the last few years. For the longest of time, most information about this plant family was either untrue or unknown. While it was a rare herb to find, there had been many speculations about the origin of this tree. However, we now know that […]
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7 Gardening Mistakes to Avoid
Nothing’s worse than getting so excited about gardening and being outside in the sunshine that we forget common gardening rules and make unfortunate blunders. While some mistakes are easy to come back from, it’s never fun to have to spend time correcting problems instead of taking care of your plants. Here are seven simple gardening […]
Pistachio Shells – Unique and Creative Uses for These Shells in Your Garden and Home
Pistachios are an excellent guilt-free snack given how they are loaded with large amounts of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. If you love chowing down on these tasty nuts, you’ve probably found yourself wondering if you can do anything with pistachio shells. While you can’t possibly eat the shells, did you know they have some […]
Trailing Flowers – A Bunch of 5 Trailing Flowers for Your Garden
Trailing flowers are beautiful, cascading flowers famous for their ability to spread quickly. You can decorate the walls of your house, pots, and other items with these flowers. If you have a garden of your own, you can plant these breathtaking flowers yourself and watch them grow right in front of your eyes. Not only […]
Purple Flowering Bushes – The Most Beautiful Shrubs There Are!
Purple flowering bushes are a rare find. These flowers are just so breathtaking; you can’t get enough of them. They add beauty to everything – in the garden, in a pot, or even in a vase used for decoration purposes. If you get your hands on a purple flowering plant, any one of them, you […]
10 Must-Know Composting Tips
Composting is a great way to save money and the environment while also making your garden and yard look great! However, if you aren’t familiar with composting, then it can be a hard, intimidating, and messy task. Here are some must-know composting tips and tricks. Must-Know Composting Tips And Tricks First off, you need to know […]
How to Attract Butterflies in Your Garden
Turn your garden into an outdoor oasis by creating an environment butterflies won’t be able to resist! Start with these simple steps on how to attract butterflies. Remember the old real estate motto: “If you build it, they will come!” How To Attract Butterflies Attract Butterflies By Providing Caterpillar Food Feed the caterpillars (foliage). Introduce […]
Vine Fruit – 9 Great Options You Can Grow in Your Garden
Many home garden owners find it challenging to increase the number of plants and fruits in it. Typically, this is because of the limited space. Well, you can change that by growing vine fruit plants. T hese plants grow vertically, limiting the amount of space they take. So, you can grow these plants on pergolas trellises, […]
Natural Pesticides: How to Make Them for Your Plants
It is estimated that more pesticides are used by homeowners and families than by actual farmers. This is an incredibly large amount of pesticides being used by everyday gardeners, but chemical pesticides can have their dangers. Here are some great ways to avoid using potentially toxic pesticides and replacing them with safer and more environmental-friendly […]
German Ivy – Add Life to Your Garden with the Fast-Growing Vine with Yellow Flowers
German Ivy is an annual vine that’s native to South Africa. It features lush and glossy foliage and makes for an excellent houseplant. You can hang it in a basket or use it as a filler with different annual plant varieties. It grows pretty fast. Its stems are succulent and leaves are pointy, making it […]