Did you know your lawn might be draining more than just your time? For the average American household, nearly 30% of water use goes straight to the yard—and in drier states, that number can skyrocket to 60%. With the typical family spending over $1,000 a year on water, thirsty landscaping can take a serious toll …
Landscaping
Do you have limited ground space but still dream of a vibrant garden? Or are you looking to maximize your garden output without creating an overgrown jungle of growth? You might also just be tired of dealing with pests and plant diseases that are more common when they’re in contact with the ground. Enter trellises, …
From the coast to mountains and from mild climates to nearly arctic conditions, Maine encompasses more than a hundred types of habitats, home to some 1,500 native plants. Unfortunately, these varied habitats also provide ideal conditions for a wide range of non-native invasive species. The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry lists 125 invasive …
So many veggie plants, so little space! Vegetable gardening is undoubtedly a popular activity–Americans spent an estimated $3.8 billion total on vegetable gardening in 2023. But not everyone is looking to create the traditional garden plot–for many of today’s gardeners, that approach just isn’t practical. The median size of a home garden is actually fairly …
Tired of planting flowers that fade too fast? Want a garden that turns heads all summer long? If you love flowers and are always looking for new varieties to plant in your backyard, you’ll love this list of sun-loving perennials that bloom all summer. Some perennials bloom just a few weeks out of the year, …
Filling your garden with color all year round is a guaranteed way to keep things looking bright and alive, no matter what the weather has in store. Out of the plethora of colors that you can plant into your outdoor space, there’s no doubt that yellow flowering shrubs are the one that shines the brightest. …
Originally from North America, blueberries were introduced to European countries over a hundred years ago. This introduction has made blueberries popular throughout most of the world. There are so many great ways to enjoy blueberries, but tea may not be the first that comes to mind. Blueberry tea is a great drink to have when …
Despite back patios having serious main character energy, too often, they just house a couple of sad pots, a three-legged plastic chair, and maybe a rogue grill. On the other hand, the front porch has cute Adirondack chairs and fresh annuals in their pots. While some gardeners might be on top of their backyard appeal, …
Bright, colorful petunias bloom all summer, whether planted in a flower bed, container, window box, or hanging basket. These easy-to-please annuals come in a wide range of colors and fit almost anywhere. Petunias even have a place in the vegetable garden, where they attract beneficial insects and might even help with pest control! Pair petunias …
While many flowering plants open their blooms during daylight hours and close for the nighttime, others follow the reverse schedule. These evocative night-blooming flowers have, in many cases, co-evolved with nocturnal pollinators such as moths and bats, and frequently have ornate, often white or otherwise bright-colored flowers giving off a strong perfume. Some blooms may …