I remember being younger and watching my mom go out into the garden in January and February, pruning plants while it was freezing cold. At the time, it made no sense to me. Everything looked dormant and lifeless. Now I do the exact same thing… Winter pruning isn’t about forcing growth early. It’s about lightly…
Pruning appears deceptively easy. Yet, it is a critical, momentous, complex, high-risk endeavor. Your shears hold the immense power of the Universe to guarantee abundant spring blooms or to eliminate them immediately. The line between being a patient caretaker and a regretful butcher is exceptionally fine. Finding that correct window of opportunity means knowing exactly…
Some people say good things come to those who wait, but some apparently haven’t tried cheating nature. Forcing branches is the clever technique where you snip dormant limbs from your yard, bring them inside, soak, and watch blossoms appear right on your kitchen counter. Consider this your official invitation to skip the line to spring….
Many times in our Facebook group, people have asked whether growing shrubs in the peak of winter is a good idea. And, my answer has always been: it depends on the shrub. In today’s article, allow me to share with you a careful selection of shrubs that bring color to the garden even in the…
While there are tons of different plant types and varieties out there in the world, I find shade-tolerant plants to be the most unique, with perennials being my favorite since I don’t have to go out of my way to replant them every year. As you’ve probably already guessed, in today’s article, we’ll be taking…
After working as a gardener for more than 8 years and having talked to hundreds of fellow gardeners on the internet, I’m convinced that every one of us has a love for tall plants. I mean…the taller, the better, no? In today’s article, let’s revisit our deepest love for tall plants by going over a…