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…
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…
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…
Since fall is just around the corner (for some of you, it has probably already arrived), why not take advantage of it by sowing flowers that will go on to produce stunning blooms in spring? And, don’t worry, if you’re running out of planting ideas; that’s probably why you’re here… In today’s article, I’m going…