Marigolds are among the most vibrant and easy-to-grow flowers, known for their bright, daisy-like petals in shades of yellow, orange, and red. These sun-loving plants have a bushy, compact growth habit and can flower prolifically throughout the summer and into fall. But to keep them looking their best and extend their flowering period, they need…
May can be a very melancholic month for many. It’s when the season is transitioning towards slightly cooler spring breezes, and temperatures keep falling as the days go by. The month presents the perfect planting opportunity for certain perennials. You can sow them directly into the ground and establish long-term beauty in your garden. Today,…
In my opinion, herbs are extremely underrated in the garden. I remember only growing vegetables and flowers during my first 2 years of gardening, but once I gave herbs a shot, they quickly became a staple in my garden. In today’s article, we’re going to dive deep into the world of popular herbs and figure…
Most of my friends who live in apartments keep telling me they wish they could enjoy fresh, homegrown food and that I’m lucky to have my own backyard. So, if you’re one of those people who believe that without a big backyard your only option is to buy everything from the store, let me ask…
Marigolds are among the most popular flowers for gardens, known for their vibrant colours and pest-repelling properties. Deadheading not only helps plants stay looking neat, it is also an important process to help encourage more blooms. But what exactly is deadheading, and how does it benefit your marigolds? What is Deadheading? Deadheading is the simple…
Planting in raised beds is a gardening practice that’s preached by many experienced gardeners. When I first started getting into gardening, I remember posting a picture of my small backyard garden on an online gardening forum, and everybody there suggested I give raised garden beds a try. Fast forward to today, and more than 50%…