I have recently been asked about growing moss for miniature gardens and as an outdoor garden plant. I was taught that making a slurry of moss, buttermilk, and beer was a great way to grow moss. It seems that this is really not the best way to propagate and grow moss! I am sharing this…
Overwintering Geraniums
Many of you have asked for information on overwintering geraniums. There are three methods for overwintering your plants. The attached article explains it very nicely! Overwintering Geraniums
Common Gardening Mistakes
This is a great article for those of you who are new to gardening and those us who are gardening “masters”, using that term loosely. I say that because I have found gardening is a grand experiment, complete with successes and failures. I am notorious for trying wrong plants in wrong places to see if…
Fall Garden Crops
Here is a great article on what you can still plant for a fall harvest. I hope you find something new to try! Short Season Crops for Fall
How to Water New Plantings
The question most commonly asked by customers purchasing new plants is, ” How often do I need to water these?” Here is an article I came across, explaining basic watering needs for plants in all stages of growth. Click Here to Read More.
Butterfly Gardens
We all love the “jewels of the garden”, butterflies. One very important life stage to support are the caterpillars. These little…sometimes huge…larva will become future butterflies. Many of us become distraught over the “damage” they may cause to many of our precious plants. Caterpillars are basically eating machines. Their sole purpose in life is to…
Vegetable Gardening – Succession Planting
The time has finally arrived to safely plant our gardens. It is my favorite time of year because I can grow my own vegetables, rich with flavor and nutrients. I have found over the years that nothing compares to vegetables harvested from my own gardens. I love to grow as much food as I can…
Growing Vegetables in the Shade
Mother Earth News often has some of the best articles for gardeners. Here is another gem for those of you who have challenging gardens and are interested in growing your own food. http://www.motherearthnews.com/organic-gardening/vegetables-to-grow-in-shade-zm0z11zsto.aspx#axzz3OFKYatjD
Poinsettia Toxicity: Myth or Fact
I have, like many of you, been told and believed poinsettias are highly poisonous to pets and people. This theory has finally been tested and dispelled. Here is an article about the history of poinsettia toxicity and the findings of the research. The Truth About Poinsettias
Winter Bulb Gardens
Here are some great ideas for decorating with Paperwhite and Amaryllis bulbs! Enjoy! Winter Bulb Gardens