The Benefit of Native GrassesWhen you head to the store and buy a bag of grass seed, you won’t always know what you’re getting. Kentucky bluegrass is commonly included in these bags, but beautiful ...
DIY Gardening 101: The BasicsWhether you’re a beginning gardener or a seasoned pro, your garden will need the same elements to be successful – Soil, water, sun, care, protection, and time. Here are...
Maidenhair Fern - AdiantumThe Maidenhair Fern is an attractive and comfortable addition to many a gardener's spaces. These plants come in a wide variety of species, and displays are found worldwide...
Arrowleaf Ginger PlantArrowleaf Ginger Plant – Hexastylis arifoliaThe Arrowleaf Ginger Plant is a perennial that loves wetland areas. Also known as Little Brown Jug, it is an evergreen ground cover...
Moss Makes The Perfect Decor!You've told her you'd fix up that eye-sore of a backyard for months, but what do you do with a corner of dirt? Get creative! February marks the threshold of one of the ...
Would you like to try edible flowers in a salad but feel nervous because you never know which ones are poisonous? Well, indeed, You can't eat some flowers. But, by researching them before you try, ...
Tuesday, July 26From the Ground Up- Understanding MulchMulch is an essential ingredient in beautiful gardens for more than just its looks. It serves many practical purposes, multitasking as a probl...
Foster Holly, also called Ilex attenuata, is a shrub that produces excellent red-colored fruit and green leaves, giving your garden an authentic look. This plant can be easily grown in the backyard...
Wednesday, September 21Wild GingerMost plants that you grow require full or partial sunlight, and they occupy a lot of space in your garden leaving behind areas or spots that are entirely or partia...
Tuesday, July 26Effortless Elegance- Tips for Growing HostasHostas are perennial plants that are grown for their lavish foliage. They will compliment almost any other type of garden plant. Originat...
While there are many types of faux cedar trees, like the Western red cedar, Eastern red cedar, Northern white cedar, and the Alaskan yellow cedar, there are only four real cedar trees in the world....
Tuesday, January 18Need to add a little spice to your pondPonds are becoming increasingly popular these days. Ponds make a serene place in anyone’s backyard. Some ponds are dug into the ground, pon...