When January rolled around, I used to think gardening was completely on hold. Cold weather and frozen soil made it feel like there was nothing to do. That turned out to be far from true. After experimenting with indoor seed starting, and comparing notes with family and friends in different zones, it became clear that…
As winter settles in, my container plants always show the stress first. Pots don’t protect much, and the old foliage breaks down fast once the frost hits. Over the years, I’ve found that a small December trim keeps everything cleaner and helps these plants bounce back stronger in spring. So, let’s see which container plants…
Hydrangeas are one of the plants I get the most questions about, and for good reason! They’re beautiful, but they can be picky. Fall is actually one of the best times to set them up for success, whether you’ve just planted new shrubs or you’re caring for ones you already have. Fall hydrangea care is…
Although fertilization comes easily to most passionate gardeners, there are certain plants that can be much trickier to fertilize than others. Unfortunately, the beloved snake plant is one of them. In this article, I’m going to provide you with a easy guide on fertilizing snake plants without causing unwanted stress or damage to the roots….
Roses were my first love in the garden. Sure, they’re a bit cliché and you see them everywhere, but that’s exactly why they’re so irresistible. If your bushes never make it through winter the way you hope, your cold-season maintenance routine is probably the missing piece. Today, I’ll show you how to mulch, prune, and…
Amaryllis is one of the easiest bulbs to grow indoors, but it still gives people trouble. Every year I hear the same questions: “Why isn’t mine blooming?” or “What went wrong this time?” and it almost always comes down to a few simple mistakes. If your amaryllis is refusing to bloom or only putting out leaves, don’t worry….