Gather ’round, fellow dirt worshippers, and let’s address the elephant in the potting shed. You’ve probably been lured in by dreamy pictures of endless salvia flowers, right? And just when you’re feeling smug about your green thumb, midsummer hits, and suddenly your salvia looks like it’s forgotten its purpose in life. Been there, done that,…
When you’re a Southern African native, what do you miss about moving elsewhere? The sun. The consistent warmth and long, bright days. If you thrived in that kind of ample light, you’d understand why your Pelargoniums (the “geraniums” filling your pots) crave it so much. Show these bright Southern souls a warm welcome, and watch…
Good health relies greatly on proper nutrition. What’s appropriate for Zinnias, you might ask? Whoever believes they will grow on good vibes alone, tough luck. They have an endless summer bloom cycle to fuel and demand a steady diet. In other words, ignore their nutritional needs, and you might as well resign yourself to sparse…
The sprawling green lawn has been the ultimate symbol of the perfect home. Yet, beneath this green facade (or carpet?) lies significant maintenance, water consumption, and environmental costs. Responsible homeowners and gardeners are beginning to realize the true pain points of traditional grass. But what if they weren’t a-lawn in thinking there was a more…
Gentle as they may be, petunias are bound to dominate your outdoor space. They will conquer your hanging baskets (and your heart) with a stunning array of colors and forms and landscaping versatility. While some traditional types demand regular care, newer hybrid varieties are developed to be whatever you need them to be: self-cleaning, heat-tolerant,…
Quite expectedly, many gardeners are drawn to petunias for the undeniable visual punch. But let’s be honest, a garden overflowing with petunia blooms often comes with a challenging commitment: endless deadheading, precise watering, and fussing over their demands. After years in the garden, I can tell you there are plenty of alternatives with way less…