Are water lilies poisonous to cats? Here’s a question every cat owner should be asking if they don’t know the answer. Lying next to a pond, and watching the wildlife flit among beautiful water lilies is a relaxing, tranquil pastime. Many gardeners wish to reproduce this atmosphere by establishing water lilies in their garden ponds …

Are you a garden and cat lover? The combo can be somewhat terrifying when you aren’t sure what plants you can and can’t have around your kitty. I recently bought a Christmas cactus but became nervous about whether it was toxic or not! So, I wondered: is Christmas cactus poisonous to cats? Thanksgiving and Christmas …

Learning how to plan and plant a vegetable garden is easy, once you know a little bit about the needs of various vegetables and how to annually rotate what you grow to improve the soil nutrients. Let’s look at how to plan a vegetable garden that feeds your body and soul. The vegetables provide nourishment; …

Broccoli, one of the most productive plants per square yard, produces masses of sprouting spears at the quietest time of the gardening year, after most veggies are done for the eyar. Learn how to grow broccoli and enjoy this cancer-fighting vegetable. Broccoli is probably the most confused about all the vegetables. It has been mislabeled …

Is your lavender plant turning yellow or failing to thrive? Learn how to save a dying lavender plant and restore it to health. If your lavender plant has seen better days, it’s not over yet! You can do a few things to revive a dying lavender plant before you call it quits. Although lavender tends …

If you love ornamental flowering trees but you just don’t know what will work in your landscape, you’re in for a treat! No matter whether you are looking for a small tree or a large tree, whether you are looking for early spring flowers or flowering in the summer or fall, and no matter what …

Small spaces and small gardens call for small trees. Flowering ornamental trees bring color, wildlife, and shade to your yard. Dwarf trees make the best use of limited space. Let’s look at a few dwarf flowering trees you can add to your small yard. Dwarf Flowering Trees That Add Color To Your Landscape Pixie Dwarf …

Roses are a beautiful addition to any garden. But, they can be difficult to grow and maintain. Luckily, there are many plants that will help your roses thrive! Here are the best companion plants for roses to keep your rose garden healthy and looking good. I’ve been growing roses for many years and have personally …

Decorative garden flags let you add a splash of color and personality to your yard. They can accentuate your flowers and plants. You can hang banners that provide complementary colors to your garden. If you are a fan of the Peanuts cartoon series, you could get some Snoopy garden flags. There are large and mini …

If you’re looking for the perfect gift for a fellow garden enthusiast, a gardening gift basket might be the answer. These creative packages are great for celebrating a housewarming, a birthday, Christmas, Mother’s Day, or Father’s Day. Conveniently, gardening gift basket ideas can be personalized according to the recipient’s tastes as well as your budget …