Anyone who wants to improve their Easter home decor should consider making use of beautiful spring-blooming plants and stylish floral arrangements. A fresh touch of nature could be exactly what’s missing from your Easter dinner. There are lots of traditional Easter plants out there that can be easily included in your home without spending a…
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Minnesota features some particular challenges when it comes to growing plants. The continental climate of the state provides considerable temperature variation from one area to another. Winters in Minnesota can get absolutely frigid while summers can often feel really hot. Whether you plan to create a vegetable garden patch or enhance the yard with some…
If you live in North Dakota, you’re probably familiar with the state’s great reputation when it comes to growing lots of staple crops such as wheat, beans, canola, and more. North Dakota features a reasonably cold climate where only hard plants can thrive. While the growing season in this area is fairly short compared to…
Plants that don’t require a lot of water are sought out by many gardeners who prefer a more low-maintenance yard. While the visual appeal of the garden is important, there’s an eco-conscious trend that supports the more efficient use of water. There’s also the matter of seasonal drought that seems to extend longer in recent…
Last updated on November 2nd, 2022Attracting frogs to your garden can bring some great benefits. You can take advantage of their ability to hunt pests. Even though some gardeners dislike the presence of the amphibian, it can be a huge helper to keep your yard healthy. Encouraging more biodiversity is a solid idea to preserve…
Houseplants bring tons of benefits such as boosting your mood or improving air quality. It’s a great pleasure to learn how to nurture a plant and find purpose in its companionship. Houseplants also offer excellent decorative potential. When showcasing a plant properly, the entire room seems to feel more alive. If you already have a…
Whether you live in an area with constant heavy rains or have the kind of yard shape that makes it easy for water runoff to accumulate, it’s worth considering a rain garden. Take that unused area that “traps” the water and make smarter use of it by planting some suitable plants. Rain gardens are great…
Last updated on January 24th, 2023Some plants thrive better than others in the Oregon area. It doesn’t matter if you want your garden to be mainly composed of perennials or shrubs, it’s strongly recommended to choose species that are adapted to the area. Choosing native plants to the Pacific Northwest region could be a smart…
Last updated on July 29th, 2021Don’t know how to water orchids properly? Don’t worry, because many people share the same problem. Plant enthusiasts know that orchids have a notorious reputation for being high-maintenance flowers. If you want to enjoy the charming tropical blooms, have in mind that you should water them appropriately. Although these exotic…
There is a clear division of labor when it comes to the gardens at our house. My husband plans and manages the vegetable gardens. I help in various ways – picking out new varieties of vegetables; planting, weeding and harvesting; and most importantly, cooking with the garden produce. I, on the other hand, love to…