The benefits of using reflective mulch may be more than you realize. This special mulch has the ability to more efficiently utilize existing light which is especially helpful to those growing in shadier areas. The plants are able to utilize the light from the top, but also are able to use light … [Read more...]

The Virginia Creeper is a beautiful vine that can add some touch of color to your garden in the fall. It is easy to manage when planted in the ground but can be planted and maintained in pots. You have to be careful that you plant it in a way that it can grow and expand, as this vine likes to do. … [Read more...]

Hardwood floors have been all the rage ever since people started getting the idea of ripping up their carpets a couple decades ago. But painting those floors? Madness! However, some designers are rethinking that long-held taboo, saying that it's a great way to add some color, vibrancy, and depth to … [Read more...]

Sand cherry trees are a beautiful addition to your property, with bright buds and flowers in the spring which attract a host of birds and other wildlife. Better yet, these versatile trees are easy to propagate and grow. One method is to grow them from cuttings - simply start a snipping off in … [Read more...]

Even though the Garden Croton is normally grown outdoors in zones 9-11, it can be a beautiful indoor plant in any zone. And although very colorful with tones of red, orange, yellow and even purple in its leaves, growing conditions indoors and lead to loss of color. Crotons are native to tropical … [Read more...]

Have you been wishing there was a plant that blossomed during the winter months and was easy to care for? Witch hazel may be the red and yellow plant that you have been wishing for all year. Although it is simple to plant, witch hazel should be pruned regularly for best results. Witch hazel has a … [Read more...]

The Bismark Palm is a slow growing, beautiful landscape tree that will grow quite large. In order to ensure proper growth to maturity, watering is the Bismark Palm is extremely important. Although tricky, following these simple steps will insure successful growth. First, watering to ensure the … [Read more...]

Rhubarb is a perennial that even beginner gardeners should be able to plant and harvest without major issue. Any soil with good drainage and perhaps a bit of plant food if it doesn't already have good nutrient characteristics will serve to raise a bumper crop of rhubarb. Sun or shade, both work … [Read more...]

Florida is not the easiest place in the country to grow a crop like Swiss Chard. However, the Author does a great job in detailing all one would need to know to make a good attempt at a successful planting. The most important parts are Timing, soil, and proper nutrients, For example, in north … [Read more...]

A cat's ear plant is often mistaken to be a dandelion because they look so much alike. The difference in the two plants are their stems. A dandelion had a hollow forked stem and a cat's ear had a solid stem. They both grow everywhere and are removable by digging a couple of inches below the entire … [Read more...]