Live close to a forest, they say. Stay in touch with nature. Well, what if nature decides your garden is a perfect all-you-can-eat buffet? What if the local deer population with discerning palates agrees? You need to add some deer-resistant perennials to the menu and keep the customers away. It’s not how hospitality works, but…
The fifth month is the moment, my brothers and sisters-in-gardening! Time to roll up those sleeves and flex your two times five fingers. You don’t need numerology to tell you that 14 is the lucky number for the stunning summer superstars I’m about to unveil. Give yourselves a mental high-five, and let’s dig in! My…
It’s a tough life finding companions when you have the uncanny ability to bring tears to the eye. And not with your jokes. Onions are culinary stars, possess intriguing layers… And although they aren’t the brightest bulb in the garden, they shouldn’t have to go it solo. What happened to the matchmaking assistance? Small wonder…
Spring is truly springing into action, and for us green thumbs, that means getting our hands a little dirty, in the best way possible! May is a prime time to give certain plants a little snip-snip to encourage an even more energetic growth and a dazzling display in the coming weeks. May the May pruning…
What if your morning brew doesn’t have to be the highlight of just your day? Instead of tossing those leftover coffee grounds, why not share the goodness with your little garden? Just like with that perfect cup, moderation is key to unlocking their benefits. So if you’re ready to compost your old habits, here’s how…
Every morning, you might reach for that energizing fertilizer you call a smoothie. But do your hydrangeas get the nourishment they need? Forget those store-bought supplements that can wilt your wallet. The secret to whipping up simple, homemade boosters could be as close as your kitchen. Help your hydrangeas put their best petal forward and…