Stop planting annuals, and start planting perennials! Wait. Stop planting annuals, and start planting annuals that act like perennials! You’ll love vegetables and herbs that take matters into their own hands. A self-seeding garden is the ultimate gardening trick for anyone who loves fresh produce but secretly (or openly) hates dirt under their nails. What…
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…
Order in the garden! We’re putting a beloved garden star, the peony, on trial. Its crime? Overstaying its welcome with an unsightly appearance. The question before the court: Should we sentence it to a clean cut, or grant it a reprieve through winter? The verdict is in your hands. The Case for Cutting Back Peonies…
Although herbs can be a total nightmare for many new gardeners, I personally found them pretty easy to grow in my early gardening days. Now that the size of my herb patches has grown substantially, they’re obviously a little more challenging to manage, but still require much less work and effort compared to regular flowering…
On our Facebook page, one of the most popular questions we get is regarding the ideal planting time for bulbous flowers. And, rightly so, because they can be a pain in the bum to time correctly. In this article, not only will I take you through the ideal planting time for common bulbs, but also…
If you think fall is just for raking, you are about to have your mind blown. Although your garden gave it a good go this year and now looks somewhat tired, don’t worry, the show isn’t over yet. With a well-timed snip, you can convince some of your favorite perennials to perform again. So unlike…