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Rise and shine! I’m sure your favorite summer treat is probably ice cream, but salads are healthy and delicious! I used to buy salads every day, but I recently noticed that store-bought salad wasn’t as fresh as what I picked straight from the garden. Nothing can compare to homegrown. That’s why I came up with…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably found yourself standing in your garden, hose in hand, pondering the eternal question: When is the best time to water my precious veggies? Spoiler alert: it’s not when your neighbor’s sprinkler is on full blast at high noon. When I first started my vegetable garden, I was clueless…
There’s nothing like the taste of fresh snap peas right from your garden – the crunchiness, the sweetness… it’s just THAT good! However, you’ve got to be quick on your feet because these little guys ripen fast and, if you’re not vigilant, they can turn tough and lose that perfect sweetness. Luckily, growing snap peas…
Nothing adds the WOW factor to a yard better than the towering blossoms of delphinium plants, and late spring is typically reserved for their display. However, they’ll reward you with another set of blooms if you take good care of them after the first flowers fade. What exactly does good care mean for delphiniums? I’ve…
When I first heard about Ten O’Clock flowers, I thought it was a joke. Flowers that tell time? Well, as it turns out, it’s completely true! These flowers, also known as Portulaca or Moss roses, really do open up at around 10 AM like they’re waking up from a floral dream. If you’re anything like…
Cherry tomato enthusiasts, it’s that time of the year when we finally see how well our plants are developing! Or not… Unfortunately, not every seed transforms into a lush and abundantly fruiting tomato plant. And your seedlings can stop growing without any special reason. Yes, it can be really disheartening to see only a few…
Happy gardening everyone! It’s finally cucumber season and that means one thing – planting time! I enjoy growing cucumbers, and every summer I fill at least five baskets with these delicious veggies. Of course, they are gone by the third day. My housemates love my veggies, clearly! A little bird told me that you need…
If you’re a big strawberry lover, then you’re in the right place! I’m a fan too. Whenever I go to the store, I just can’t resist buying them all. I always forget my groceries because I end up eating strawberries all day! That was until a few weeks ago, when I decided to actually grow…
Sadly, spring is coming to an end soon, which means that everyone has already finished their planting. People are happily chilling in their gardens, while certain gardeners, on the other hand, are panicking because they haven’t started anything yet! No time to stress! There are crops that will amaze you with their easy cultivation and…
Hey tomato lovers, it’s finally time to make your yummy fruits shine! I’m a huge tomato fan, too! I plant them every season, but this year was different. In my previous home, I had a huge garden and I enjoyed planting my tomatoes outside. But, after moving to my new apartment, there wasn’t much space…
Sweet William is a flower that will surely take your breath away when you see its beautiful pink blossoms in the garden! You’re probably wondering what it takes for your sweet flower to grow into a handsome boi. It’s easy, though. You just need to provide them with good vibes in your garden! So get…
We’ve all been there: you step outside to admire your lovely outdoor plants, only to find them looking more like a swamp than delightful vibrant space. Ugh! The first time this happened to me, I was baffled and more than a little frustrated. Water was pooling up on top, and the soil just wasn’t soaking…
Attention, lemon tree owners! I know how fun and rewarding it can be to grow lemon trees, so it’s completely understandable if you want to expand your collection. And as always, the easiest and cheapest way to do it is by propagation! I always use the air-layering method and the results are fantastic. But last…
When I first got my Money Tree plant, I was amazed at how fabulous it looked.Then I thought to myself “I wish I had more of these plants, so why not try and propagate it?” To my delight, propagating a Money tree turned out to be easier than finding loose change in the couch cushions! …
Ever found yourself in the middle of June with a packet of seeds in your hands, wondering if it’s the right time to plant them? Well, I’ve been there too – more times than I’d like to admit. I remember this one summer I was super excited because I had just enough space to plant…
Would you like to grow one of the healthiest spices? Now you are probably wondering, which one is it? Are you familiar with the plant named Ginger? I know that many people love this delicious root. If you are sick, the first thing you should do is make ginger tea. After just one cup, colds…
Are you a beginner gardener or someone who has already spent too much money on gardening supplies? Been there, done that! Yes, we’re all aware of the benefits of gardening. And yes, we can all agree that it can be pretty pricey. But that doesn’t mean we should give up, and you know why? Because…
My fellow gardeners, it’s June! This means our peonies will soon finish flowering. You know the saying, all good things must come to an end. Well, we can’t expect the second set of blooms, but what we can do is prepare our peonies for the next season. Of course, we want more fragrant and stunning…
Summer is almost here and we’re getting ready for the first taste of homegrown watermelons! However, every gardener who grows watermelons knows they’re a bit fussy over their conditions. I remember the first time I planted watermelons in my backyard. I did my best to meet all their requirements but the only thing I was…
June is here! Our spring chores in the garden are all completed, and some of you may now think they can rest a little. Well, June isn’t the right time for rest because your prized plants need you, some more than ever! I like to think of this period as a chance to increase the…
One of the best decorations for your garden are the colorful flowers of sweet petunias! If you plant them once, it means that your yard will welcome these beautiful plants every season after. My friendly advice is to choose as many colors as the petunia offers! By doing so, you will bring a tiny little…
Buddleia, also known as the butterfly bush, is one of the most beautiful flowers you will ever see. Its purple flowers remind me of lilacs, and the scent will really leave you breathless! But this flower has many disadvantages that can be harmful to your garden as well as the ecosystem! I must admit, I…
If you live a fast lifestyle and don’t have time to take care of your flowers every day, then this plant is great for you because it requires low maintenance! Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Monkey Grass! Don’t judge a book by its cover (or its name!). Although, I have to admit, the name is…
The worst thing that can happen when you pick fresh fruit is seeing a tiny worm smiling at you after the first bite! If you want to get rid of these annoying crawlers for good, then you’ll have to take matters into your own hands! It’s not too difficult, though! Before grabbing your gloves and…
Making apple pie, drinking the most delicious, natural juice, or even producing your very own tasty, homemade jam? I mean, who wouldn’t want apples in their garden!? Don’t even let other inexperienced gardeners discourage you with their, “Oh, but apples take forever to grow” mentality! Not that they need someone to gossip or share their…
No matter how many plants are in a garden, if there’s a snowball viburnum, that’s all you’ll notice. It’s simply something about those clusters of white blossoms that leaves everyone speechless. That’s why gardeners put a lot of effort into maintaining the plant so that it can bloom profusely. I didn’t have much luck with…
It’s finally time to plant carrots! I hope you are as excited as I am! I plant them every year, but this time I came up with a genius idea. All you need is one big container, and you’re ready to go! Containers are actually great for planting carrots. This is the best option for…
Heavy rains leave quite a mess in our yards, and if you have a spot where rain constantly collects, it’s likely a no-go zone for plants. There was a barren spot in my garden for years until I found a super simple yet effective solution: a rain garden! If the term doesn’t ring a bell,…
Homemade veggies and fruits are the best, right? They are the healthiest option and much tastier than the ones you buy in the store. I know that many of you don’t have adequate space to create your very own large vegetable garden. Or, that you maybe don’t have enough time to take care of it….
Are you planning to welcome this summer with delicious fresh tomatoes? There is no better refreshment on hot days! If you want to plant red fruits this season, that’s great news! When I first started growing tomatoes, I didn’t really have any idea how to do it because I had heard so many different stories…
With spring coming to an end, we all want to get in shape for the summer! Guess what? Asparagus is here to help you! This plant is perfect for preparing healthy and tasty dishes. If you think that you can’t plant it in pots, you’re wrong. You can even plant this guy in an apartment…
Say hello to the most delicious fruit ever! It’s the one and only, Tomato. I’ve been planting them for years now, and I can only say that tomatoes go with every dish. Especially when it comes to salads, because this boy can make them even better! It’s really easy to grow them, but the real…
Last year, mushrooms started popping up in my yard out of nowhere (seriously, it was like they owned the place!). I was wondering: where did these little critters come from? And, more importantly, are they dangerous? Even though I am a fun-gal (get it, fungal?), I didn’t sign up for a fungal takeover in my…
Watermelons are definitely a trademark of summer! If you have them in your garden, I’m sure you can’t wait for them to produce the juiciest and most delicious fruits. But the road to ripe and flavorful watermelons is pretty long, and there’s a lot to do to get there. Apart from providing them with the…
After catching my eye from the very start, Anthurium has been a mainstay in my plant squad, never losing its allure over the years. I spend a lot of time caring for it because I don’t want a single flower to drop! Yes, watering, soil, and light are the three things you need to be…
Summer is coming, everyone! I can’t decide what excites me more: the warm temperatures or the fact that my plants will be at the peak of the growing season! Well, it’s probably the latter. Houseplant lovers, this news just got even sweeter! The majority of indoor plants sleep during the winter, wake up in spring,…
It’s cucumber season! Well, winter is finally over (phew) and summer will soon be knocking on our door, which only means one thing – it’s planting time! As a beginner, I didn’t know much about how to plant cucumbers. I only knew that they were healthy and went well with every dish. I mean, the…
Do you want to have the juiciest tomatoes in the whole neighborhood? Of course, your answer is yes! The season for planting this delicious fruit has begun (yes, tomatoes are actually fruits). Usually, everyone just plants them in the greenhouse and waits for them to sprout. Many people don’t know that there is a trick…
When I first started gardening, I heard a lot about companion planting but never really gave it a try. However, after watching my cucumbers get bullied by pests one too many times, I decided to do a bit of research. That’s when I discovered that certain flowers, like marigolds, could be the perfect protectors for…
Growers often choose clematis for their fences, walls, and even pots, and I can’t blame them! These plants look absolutely spectacular, especially when in full bloom. Once your clematis starts flowering, it will steal the show and transform your garden into a captivating display of colors. Call me poetic, but clematis flowers simply bring out…
Let’s say you’ve got a plant that has outgrown the pot it lives in. You can tell that the pot is bulging and the roots are coming out of the bottom of the pot. So, you grab all your gear, pull out the plant, and set it into its new, bigger, more luxurious home with…
The tulip season has officially ended and, yes, it makes me sad, too. But don’t worry my fellow growers – next spring, your spring garden can be a vibrant showcase of these beauties again. But… there’s always a but, right? Tulips won’t feel thrilled if you just leave them in the ground. Call them drama…
Would you like to add some new color to your backyard? Most gardens typically have red, white, and yellow plants. So, guys, get out of your comfort zone! Believe me, I was also attached to only one flower, but when I discovered this, it changed everything! When I heard about Heliotropes, I immediately ran to…
Adding vertical interest to your garden can be pretty challenging. Yes, there are many plants you can use for this purpose, but a few come with their own set of hurdles. Just take a look at the black-eyed Susan vine. Its appearance is breathtaking, it doesn’t need a lot to thrive, and it attracts hummingbirds…
I remember the first time I set up a sprinkler in my yard – I had no clue where to put it (give me a break, it was my first time!). I thought, “How hard can it be?” Well, after a few soggy patches and some very dry spots, I quickly realized that placement is…
We have a few days until May is over and, for growers, that means not much time is left for some gardening chores. Call me dramatic, but perfect timing means everything when growing plants. Pruning is the best example, and if you mess it up, your plants won’t look the way you want them to….
It’s May, my fellow gardeners, and I know how busy you are at the moment! Well, that makes two of us. Some of you may still be planting new varieties and others will be focused on their lawn. I, on the other hand, am completely focused on my forsythia which stopped flowering a few days…
Are you tired of your garden feeling like a brick yard every time you try to plant something new? Trust me, I’ve been there! I used to dread gardening days because my clay soil would cling to my shovel like peanut butter on a spoon. Plants struggled to grow and I was on the verge…
Admit it, sunflowers are the best part of summer gardens! Their bright blossoms cheer everything up no matter how dull the day is. But there’s a long road from a tiny sunflower seedling to a spectacular blooming plant. And if you mess up even one thing, you won’t see it happening. I’m talking about repotting…
Nothing can lift my mood like seeing birds flying over my yard. Not to mention the excitement I feel when they come by and spend some time there. If you’re into bird watching, then you must have a bird feeder. And if you have a bird feeder, you must clean it. I suppose no one…
Nothing screams summer better than the scent and flavor of watermelons. If you’ve tasted homegrown watermelons, then you’re one lucky person! And you’re even luckier if you have enough space in your garden to grow them yourself. I don’t find watermelons to be that difficult to grow but there’s one thing which can go wrong. …
Imagine this: it’s a sunny day, and you take a big bite of a sweet, juicy melon. Can you think of anything more delicious? Well, guess what? It can get even better – if you grow that melon yourself! You might think growing melons is only for super skilled gardeners, but it’s actually pretty easy….
Growing zucchini for the first time? Well, buckle up my fellow gardener, because you are in for a ride! I remember the first time I grew zucchinis; I was just strolling through my garden, admiring the lush greenery, when all of a sudden I spotted brown patches all over my zucchini plants! I was panicking…
When I stumbled upon giant hogweed in my garden, it was like facing a formidable foe. The burns it caused were no joke (trust me, I can still feel the pain), and I knew I had to act fast! But how exactly do you get rid of giant hogweed without causing harm to yourself or…
If someone had told me a few years ago that I would enjoy bird watching as much as gardening, I would’ve said they couldn’t be more mistaken. And here I am now, waiting for the most glorious creature ever, the pine siskin. Even though they aren’t as big or showy as other common birds, there’s…
Wait a minute: there’s a slug that can actually help your garden instead of completely ruining it? Trust me, I was surprised as you are, but it’s totally true! My fellow gardener friend mentioned this so-called “super slug” whilst we were chatting about our gardens, and i was like, wait what? I’ve spent my entire…
One weekend, I was all set to fire up my grill for a barbecue, but to my surprise, I found a little mouse just hanging out inside. Yes, I was absolutely grossed out and seriously considered never using it again. I shared my grill surprise with my sister, and she assured me it’s not uncommon….