Succulents come in wide unique varieties and can be so much fun to grow. Not so much fun? A mealybug infestation! These nasty little insects attack succulents indoors and outdoors and can quickly spread from one plant to another if left unchecked. Learn how to get rid of mealybugs on succulents easily and effectively without …
Gardening
Red flowering shrubs are a beautiful addition to any garden or landscape, providing a burst of color and visual interest. With their striking hues, these shrubs can be used to create a focal point or to add depth and dimension to your outdoor space. From deep crimson to vibrant scarlet, red flowering shrubs come in …
Tired of empty garden beds but not ready to surrender your space to aggressive invaders? You’re in luck. Some plants grow quickly and politely, filling out your flower beds with lush foliage and stunning blooms without smothering everything in sight. These perennials are the unicorns of the plant world: they spread fast, stay well-mannered, and …
The most effective gardening advice available right now was written before your great-grandmother was born. Gardeners who’ve gone back to the methods in the Old Farmer’s Almanac, which was first published in 1792, are spending less money, fighting fewer pests, and harvesting more than the people filling their carts at the garden center. The tricks …
According to the EPA’s WaterSense program, roughly half of all outdoor water use is wasted through overwatering, evaporation, and misdirected irrigation. That’s not a distant policy problem; that’s your hose running on a hot Tuesday afternoon while your tomatoes sizzle and none of it reaches a single root. The good news is that fixing it …
There’s a special kind of satisfaction that comes from sipping a hot cup of tea made from leaves you grew, harvested, and steeped yourself. It’s a little rebellion against the box-store tea bags gathering dust in the pantry, a way to reclaim a moment of calm in a busy day. Plus, growing an indoor tea …
Got some pine trees in your yard, and don’t exactly know what will or won’t grow underneath? Here’s a quick list of plants that grow well under pine trees. Finding plants that do well under pine trees can be a bit more difficult because you need to find ones that don’t need a ton of …
Hanging baskets can add stunning visual appeal to any outdoor space, with cascading blooms and vibrant greenery catching the eye. However, not all plants are cut out for the unique challenges of a hanging basket. Choosing the wrong plants often leads to drooping blooms, dried-out roots, and overall frustration. To help you achieve beautiful, thriving …
Growing tomatoes successfully hinges on one of a few critical factors: one of them being location. Where you plant your tomatoes determines how much sunlight they receive, if their roots stay healthy, and whether they can avoid pests and diseases. Choose the right spot, and your plants will reward you with sweet, plump fruits. But …
Most gardeners reach for the spray bottle the moment they spot a pest. But that reflex may be doing more harm than good, including to the very garden they are trying to protect. According to the University of Florida’s Department of Entomology and Nematology, conventional pesticides carry documented health risks, from skin conditions to neurological …