Pumpkins are a part of every home: whether they are used as part of a delicious meal or they are used as decoration for a holiday, pumpkins are always being used. But there has been some confusion about how a pumpkin is classified. So, is pumpkin a fruit or a vegetable? According to science, in …
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Basil is a delicious herb and one of the easiest to grow. Sprinkle a few seeds in the garden and enjoy homemade pesto, flavorful soups, pasta, focaccia, and more all summer, and even throughout the year (pesto freezes wonderfully!). Sprinkle those seeds in the right places, and you’ll also enjoy benefits from and to basil …
Companion planting with perennials like asparagus can seem a bit daunting at first since they occupy a permanent space in the garden. However, interplanting perennials (and mixing in a few annuals, too) can be very rewarding. Check out the tips below on the best companion plants for asparagus, as well as which plants should be …
In spring, arugula is one of the first vegetables to show up at the farmer’s market. This peppery green contains lots of vitamins and adds a pleasant bite to salads. If you would like to start growing this wonderfully healthy vegetable in your garden, plant it with some of the best companion plants for arugula …
Companion planting offers numerous benefits to the home gardener, whether practiced in the vegetable garden, herb garden, or even flower beds. If you are just starting this practice, the numerous possible plant combinations can seem overwhelming. This companion planting guide breaks down the essential details about companion planting and includes a list of individual companion …
I was recently struck by how much I’m looking forward to my Fuchsia (Fuchsia x hybrid) coming into bloom. It’s located in a shady spot in my rock garden. When it’s in full bloom, the Fuchsia looks like a fountain of exotic, red flowers. As I wait for it to bloom, I’ve been thinking about …
As a new gardener, you are probably willing to do whatever it takes to get your garden or vegetable patch ‘up to scratch’ and envisage long hours and backbreaking work. While there are elements of both in your gardening future, the good news regarding weed removal is that technology has now leveled the playing fields, …
The Coneflower (Echinacea) is a perennial wildflower with several varieties. It’s a popular choice for wildflower gardens, along with many of the companion plants for Echinacea below. They are true harbingers of spring. You can’t help but wonder at the beauty of nature if you’re lucky enough to see a field of Purple Coneflowers (Echinacea …
Peonies are extremely popular with gardeners. Their blooms are extravagant in both size and color, creating an attractive feature in the garden. There are numerous peony species with wide-ranging colors and growth habits to choose from. Although these plants are beautiful and beloved by gardeners, are peonies poisonous to cats? Peonies contain a substance known …
Coming home to our pets is an essential part of an animal lovers’ day. Your home needs to be a place where you can unwind and relax. Introducing plants to your home creates a very calming environment for you and your pets. The infamous Bamboo plant is considered one of the most tranquil plants in …