It’s easy to be enraptured by the lilac blossoms of a wisteria, but these flowering vines are such vigorous growers that they can spread out of control. They’re known to choke out trees and damage buildings, but that shouldn’t stop us from growing them. Regular...
Peonies have been cultivated for thousands of years, and for good reasons. Their massive blooms are some of the most impressive of all the spring and early summer. It doesn’t take much know-how to make these perennials happy. In fact, they’re easy to maintain and they...
Caring for a garden can be a very satisfying endeavor. It also requires a bit of beginner’s knowledge (and sometimes, a bit of luck). Let us teach you how to take care of your garden plants, showing you how to nurture a healthy garden, and avoid the frustration...
A garden is a creative paradise for children, full of earthy scents, colors, birds, and butterflies. With virtually no prior skills, kids can help create that magical world, both through gardening and, of course, garden crafts. Decorating or painting clay pots is one...
When you’re new to gardening, it’s easy to fall prey to common mistakes. Even if you’ve been growing vegetables for many years, you may be repeating the same errors each season without knowing it. To save you a lot of hassle and make your gardening more efficient,...
Tropical hibiscus plants remind us of the sun and beauty of paradise because they are found growing wild in Hawaii, Mexico, the Bahamas, and many other tropical regions. Keeping this in mind will help understand the care requirements needed for growing hibiscus in the...
