Professional Gardening Tips
There are some years when spring-like weather comes almost too early. Early crocuses and snowdrops blossom, roses break dormancy, and the hard earth turns to mud all at once. For skeptical gardeners (and all gardeners turn into skeptics if they […]
I am the first to admit that my garden is not meticulously planned. The broad outlines and color themes are established, but I do not usually draw up complicated planting diagrams. This is partly due to laziness, and partly due […]
Everyone in this day and age seems to be allergic to something, and some people seem to be allergic to almost everything. I have the usual array of allergies—certain molds, pollens, dusts, and danders. I also have another allergy, one […]
Although window-boxes can be a ready-made, a made-to-measure job of teak, cedar or oak will look better than an ill-fitting affair made of artificial materials. Hardwoods look better unpainted and may be either oiled or varnished. Softwoods should be treated […]
From the Greek chrysos, gold, anthemon, flower (Compositae). A genus of over 100 species of annuals, herbaceous perennials and sub-shrubs, distributed over Africa, America, Asia and Europe, including Britain. The well-known greenhouse and early-flowering (outdoor) chrysanthemums are descended from C. […]
Hardy annuals are easy to grow and will give a quick and brilliant display provided they are grown in an open, sunny position in any good garden soil. Many annuals are tender and easily killed by frost, so these kinds […]
Many of the plants we grow such as annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees are herbs in the true sense of the word. With an increased interest in recent years in continental or gourmet cooking, the word “herb” is nearly always […]
Herbs have long been used to naturally treat everyday health ailments and, of course, as popular seasonings in many meats, vegetables and other dishes. This is why many, looking to try their hand at gardening, will try to grow their […]
The Shaded Garden by D.A. Brown A properly planted, shaded garden possesses a charm of its own, with quiet harmonies of color that are so different in character from its sunny counterpart and at the same time it provides a […]
CBD oil has been hailed as the health and wellness secret that is sweeping the world. People say that it helps them with numerous ailments from pain and anxiety to symptoms of cancer. Along with all the positives you’ve heard […]