What do we do when we’re desperate for a reset? I declutter my closet. You get a haircut. Our plants aren’t much different. By May, some are begging for a tidy-up, a little shaping, or a fresh start. It’s not just a spring thing, but it is about renewal. And let’s be honest, we all…
Plants are biologically programmed to reproduce and then retire. To keep the show going, you must intervene. When we deadheading, we’re removing the spent blooms before the plant can focus fully on seed production, encouraging it to make more flowers instead. Is it a form of garden gaslighting? Darn, I think it might be. Now…
A peony without support is like a celebrity without an agent, a total catastrophe. Come spring, they crave attention, nutrients, and a bit of firm discipline. Feed them, prop them up, and hope they forgive your intrusion as they chase their moment of glory. Here are the eight tasks I do on my peonies each…
I spent too much money at the nursery just to go home and pinch the tops off. It feels wrong. It feels wasteful. Yet, here we are. Early-season pinching is often the only thing standing between us and a floppy garden later on. If you’re not sure which plants actually benefit from this, we put…
Good morning to everyone except people who forget their perennials need a little love, too. Don’t let your plants go hungry while you sip your sip lattes. I’m here to help you because every garden deserves a boost in early spring. If you’re already working in your beds, it’s also a great time to divide…
Is your garden looking a bit… chunky? Nature called, and it wants a makeover. You’ve got perennials? Ground covers? Shrubs? Sorry, you can’t escape your April destiny. Multiplication by Division Be the hero your plants need. They’re currently fighting for legroom like passengers in a budget airline cabin. Quick note: This list is mainly for gardeners…