While coneflowers are some of the most popular flowers out there, they can be a pain in the bum to grow and maintain properly. As a matter of fact, the most common queries we get in our Facebook community are regarding coneflowers. In today’s article, I’ll simplify this hardy perennial for you and share tried-and-tested…
I recently wrote an article on plants that naturally fertilize the soil, and it was pretty well received. The appeal of self-sufficient plants is pretty clear: many gardeners want to grow something beautiful but don’t have the time to constantly care for it…or they’re simply too lazy. In today’s article, I’ll be taking you through…
Back when I was young and beginning to develop a fondness for nature and gardening, flowers that changed colors as they grew were the most fascinating to me. And…I mean…for good reason. Imagine a flower that’s already incredibly beautiful taking on a completely different color right in front of your eyes! In today’s article, we’ll…
Horticulture is a lie, much like the cake. Getting an amaryllis to bloom precisely for the holidays (of your choice) has nothing to do with a green thumb but the 6-to-8-week rule. Sure, you can buy a potted amaryllis in December, but where’s the fun in that? What are you going to do with the…
Are you completely out of planting ideas for the upcoming winter season? Don’t worry, fellas, I got you! In today’s article, we’re going to take a look at some winter-flowering plants that can add stunning beauty to your cold-season garden. To make things simpler, I’ll mention the ideal USDA planting zones for each plant, so…
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…