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…
Some people ponder the meaning of life. Others lose sleep over whether they’ve watered the basil enough. And then there are us, the truly dedicated, who stare at a fading black-eyed Susan and wonder if a simple trim is a sign of betrayal. To be perfectly honest, it’s not exactly a life-or-death situation, but that…
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…
If you’re anything like me, the last thing you want to do is spend a chilly afternoon cleaning up your garden. And yet, what you must, you must, because the alternative is a garden that looks like a fraternity house after a party; half-dead, a little smelly, and full of questionable messes. Or perhaps, there…
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…