The conversations around pruning tomato plants can be dizzying! Some gardeners say definitely do, while others say don’t bother. And the methods vary as well: remove entire branches, cut just the tips of branches, prune at certain times, prune throughout the season, and so on. This can all leave you wondering not only how to …
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Not many flowers begin with the letter Q, but most of them have the word queen in their name, suggesting some opulent blooms. To add a regal touch to your outdoor space, consider planting these eight queenly flowers that start with Q. Pour yourself a cup of tea, sit up tall and proud, and let’s …
Many popular flowers begin with the letter P, and in fact, you can probably name a handful without thinking too hard. To provide you with a sampling of the abundance of pretty flowers that start with P, here is a list of 14 lovely specimens. Enjoy! Annual Flowers that Start with P 1. Pansy (Viola …
Make your garden even more eye-catching by adding some of these outstanding flowering plants. Whether you’re striving to improve curb appeal or to design the perfect outdoor oasis, you’re sure to find something of interest on this list of 10 flowers that start with O. Annual Flowers that Start with O 1. Ocean pearls (Agrostemma …
There are some greenhouse accessories that are absolutely essential for the proper operation of any greenhouse, whether you use a kit or DIY design. We label these must-have items below “essential“. Then there are accessories that are technically optional but really contribute to an easy and successful greenhouse experience. We call these “optional but highly …
If you love bonsai trees you need a few bonsai accessories to help care for your bonsai trees. This list of ideas and accessories can help you provide the best growing environment for your tree. Bonsai trees add a lot of fun and comfort to your home. Not only are they beautiful to look at, …
This time of year often feels dreary, as winter seems to drag on and we long for spring. While we can get cozy and try to enjoy this quiet season, bringing the cheerful color of flowers indoors can help liven things up a bit, too. And on February 28, we celebrate just that, with Floral …
Each flowering plant has its own distinctive traits, and all are worthy of our attention. Many of the outstanding plants in the list below have distinguished names to match. Add a few of these notable flowers that start with N to your garden for a noteworthy display of color. Annual Flowers that Start with N …
Although not much happens in late February, a little-known yet important event takes place around now: National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW). Whenever humans move from one location to another, we bring other organisms with us, whether purposefully or as hitchhikers. We carry the seeds of familiar plants from our homeplace to a new, unknown …
Sometimes the beauty of nature seems too incredible to be, well, natural. From water droplets shimmering like tiny gems on verdant, waxy leaves to brilliantly hued petals, the sights of a garden can make you feel as if you’ve stepped through a portal. To help bring another dimension to your outdoor space, add a few …