Dead Peony Root? The #1 Reason It Happens & How to Revive It
There are few garden heartbreaks as profound as the failure of a beloved peony. You waited patiently, anticipating those lush, fragrant blooms, only to be met with lackluster growth or,…
There are few garden heartbreaks as profound as the failure of a beloved peony. You waited patiently, anticipating those lush, fragrant blooms, only to be met with lackluster growth or,…
You grab a shovel, excited to dig a new garden bed or plant a shrub, but the moment it hits the dirt, you feel it. The ground is thick with…
There’s a special kind of magic in seeing the first dahlia shoots push through the soil. It’s a promise of the vibrant, show-stopping blooms to come. But what happens when…
Choosing the right cherry tomato can feel like a monumental task for any home gardener. You want bountiful harvests, incredible flavor, and a plant that won’t succumb to the first…
Every gardener faces this familiar dilemma. You have a half-used bag of tree and shrub soil left over from a landscaping project, and a collection of beautiful new flowers ready…
The stately spruce tree, with its iconic pyramidal shape and rich, evergreen needles, is a cornerstone of many landscapes. When its branches, once reaching proudly towards the sky, begin to…
That beautiful potted lemon or lime tree on your patio is a source of joy, but look down at its base. If you see a wide expanse of bare soil,…
There’s nothing quite like the silvery, velvety softness of lamb’s ear (Stachys byzantina) in a garden bed. It’s a sensory delight that begs to be touched. Naturally, the desire to…
There is nothing more frustrating than seeing the vibrant new growth on your trees and shrubs suddenly turn brown and wither. You have watered, fed, and cared for your plant,…
Every plant enthusiast knows the feeling. You bring home a new green friend, repot a beloved ficus, or simply watch a once-vibrant plant stall in its growth, and you feel…