Since the fall season is just around the corner, this is probably the perfect time to discuss fall-blooming perennials. If you’re an old-time reader, you’ll know how much I love vibrant perennials and how I eagerly wait every year just to plant more fall-blooming perennials in my backyard. In today’s article, we’ll be taking a…
While I haven’t discussed climbing flowers that much, I will admit that they’ve been a part of my balcony garden since day one. In my opinion, nothing can match the beauty of climbing flowers, especially in smaller gardens where space might be tight and climbing plants really get to shine. In today’s article, allow me…
More than effort, hydrangeas require quick decision-making and action. One of the biggest confusions new hydrangea growers have is whether or not they should cut back their perennials in the fall. Instead of just answering the question generally, in today’s article, let’s take a look at the whole situation in depth and try to understand…
Summer annuals often have super short bloom times, and they’re pretty much gone by the time you really start to admire them. However, there are ways you can extend their bloom time and even get them blooming well into fall! In today’s article, let’s discuss summer annuals in detail and try to figure out what…
Just a few days ago, I noticed that one of our readers on Facebook asked if she should deadhead her roses after they bloom or not. Unsurprisingly, this seems to be a confusion most new gardeners have. While we did write back to her separately, I thought I’d address this topic in a detailed article…
As complex and challenging as container planting seems, it can actually help narrow down things for you if you know what you’re doing. The fall season, for example, is an excellent time to plant flowers in containers, and some flowers would appreciate this opportunity much more than others. In today’s article, let’s discuss them in…