How to Prepare the Rose Garden for Winter
Karen Autumn in my rose garden is a beautiful time. The sunny days and cool, longer nights give the blooms more time to grow and develop so the flowers are larger…
Summer Blooming Plants for Gardens in Afternoon Shade
Have you ever noticed how many plant labels tell you that the plant needs 6-8 hours of sun? Many plants do have high light needs but many other beautiful plants…
Ten Terrific Plants with Chartreuse Flowers
Chartreuse, or lime green, is a color that has always appeals to me and so I am drawn to plants that have either chartreuse flowers or chartreuse leaves. Chartreuse stands…
Six Special Plants with Chartreuse Foliage
Chartreuse has always been one of my favorite colors when selecting plants. Most of those that sport chartreuse do so with their foliage so I have many of them, less…
Six Tips for Growing Vegetables in Containers
If you want to grow vegetables but have no garden space, there is still hope if you have a patio or balcony. Many vegetables can grow successfully in containers and…
How to Plant, Grow and Harvest Bush and Pole Beans
Growing beans, green or wax, is very easy and rewarding and some of them can even be grown in containers. Once you have decided on the kind of bean you…
How to Grow Squash
Growing squash from seed is so easy that there is no point in buying seedlings unless you just don’t want to plant seeds. Squash are easy for two reasons: 1.…
How to Select Peppers for the Garden
There are very many different kinds of sweet peppers and at least one of them will probably appeal to you as a suitable plant for your vegetable garden. None of…
How to Select Cucumbers for the Vegetable Garden
Do you like cucumbers? Some people do but others really do not and I have the most difficult time finding good homes for my over abundant cucumber crop every year.…
An Elixir for Roses: Alfalfa Tea
As a member of the local rose society, I get many tips for growing roses and this is one of the best. It is an alfalfa tea that I use…