Some of the first bulbs to bloom in spring, fritillaries really make a statement. Their huge, hanging, bell-shaped blooms grow in sunny or partial shade. Unlike most bulbs, fritillaries also do well in heavy, sandy, or loamy soils as long as they have adequate moisture. While these flowers are gorgeous, they are said to have […]
Landscape
Repair Your Lawn With These Tips and Tricks
We all want to have the greenest, thickest lawn on the block. But summer heat, insects, and everyday abuse can really take its toll. You may end up with brown spots, thinning grass, and places where the grass has totally disappeared. You can only water and fertilize so much to try and compensate for that, and […]
12 Ways to Add Privacy to Your Patio
Your patio is a great place to hang out on a warm summer evening. But if it’s lacking in the privacy department, you probably don’t spend as much time out there as you’d like. Here are 12 different ways you can add privacy to your patio without a major renovation. 1. Drop Cloths Make a […]
Put These Items on Your Fall Gardening To-Do List
As the weather warms up in the spring, our thoughts turn to gardening. But all too often, we realize there was a list of things we should have done in the fall to prepare for it. Here are a few things you should put on this fall’s gardening to-do list. 1. Clean-Up Many diseases and […]
How to Use Mulch to Manage Your Soil
If you love your lawn and garden, you’ve probably made friends with mulch. And who could blame you? Mulch has a lot of benefits for your garden and its soul — not to mention making everything pop. If you haven’t yet learned to use mulch to its fullest, here’s how. 1. Water Savings Mulch allows water to […]
How to Grow Lilacs
Who doesn’t love the gorgeous clusters of flowers featured on a lilac bush? And the smell? Heavenly! If you’ve always wanted to grow lilacs but haven’t been sure of your ability, you’ll probably be surprised at how easy and low-maintenance they really are. Here are some of the how-to’s of growing your own stunning lilacs. […]
Veggies You Can Grow in Your Front Yard
Most people reserve their vegetable gardens for the backyard. But more and more people are starting to use the space in their front yards to grow attractive veggie plants. Front yards often have fewer trees, so they get more sunshine. And few things bring more curb appeal than an attractive vegetable patch. Here tips for […]
10 DIY Trellis Ideas
When you have climbing plants and flowers, you need to put something in place for them to climb. Most people use a trellis, but that can get expensive — especially if you want a nice-looking one. Let’s take a look at some cute ideas to make your own garden trellis that looks fab and doesn’t […]
Plants to Grow On a Sloped Landscape
If you have a sloped yard, you may not have had much luck growing your favorite plants in certain areas. You might have found it downright impossible to keep your landscape from slowly sliding downward. While maintaining a sloped yard can be difficult, there are certain plants that can thrive in your unique situation. Let’s take […]
The Ultimate Guide to Garden Weeds
Weeds are a pain for any gardener, from casual to pro. There are plenty of ways to fight them, but you’ll always be better off if you know exactly what you’re up against. Here is your guide to identifying common types of garden weeds and how to fight them. 1. Dandelions If you love your lawn, chances […]