I feel like one of the biggest issues in the realm of gardening today is the fact that people have become impatient and are speedrunning tasks without thought. Fall rolls around, and suddenly secateurs are flying, but not every plant should be touched this time of year. Heavy pruning can spell disaster for certain shrubs…
Deadheading is already as tricky as it is, and doing it in October when it’s starting to get slightly cold outside can make it twice as challenging. I’ve heard many new gardeners complain about how their flowers didn’t rebloom the way they hoped after deadheading. This may have something to do with the flower varieties…
Are you done with sowing those boring old plants and flowers in your garden? Yeah…me too. Maybe it’s time to start experimenting with something new…something like…shrubs! In today’s article, we’ll dive deep into the world of evergreen shrubs and go over a whole list of varieties that are perfect for adding year-round color to the garden….
With every emerging month in the garden comes certain tasks and responsibilities you must take care of. October is one such month when pruning proves to be important and beneficial to promote strong growth next spring. In today’s article, we’ll take a look at all the perennials you should be pruning in October to achieve…
Are you out of planting ideas for October, but still want a fulfilling fall/spring harvest? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! In this article, not only are we going to discuss planting ideas for the upcoming month of October, but also break down our options according to USDA zones. This will make strategic selection and…
Although herbs are typically known for needing lots of consistent sun exposure, there are still some varieties out there that can do well without full sun. If you live in a region where constant sunlight is scarce, or just isn’t able to reach your plants properly, this article is for you, my friend. Today, we’re…