Sunflowers, with their blazing yellow petals and deep dark centers, are one of the most unique flowers in the world. Considering the stunning resemblance they have to our life-giving sun, it’s no wonder that they’re named in its likeness. But most people don’t stop to think about why sunflowers are yellow. If you’re one of …
Zone 3 is one of the most difficult gardening zones, with a short growing season and the potential for frost even during the summer months. This means that plants that are perennials in most other zones have to be treated like annuals in this northern growing zone. However, there are some perennials that are hardy …
Geraniums are a low maintenance gardener’s best friend and a favorite flower for using in the garden, in a hanging basket, or indoors due to its generally unfussy nature. The versatile plants are available in a variety of colors, with variations of white being one of the most popular. We have rounded up a comprehensive …
Shady areas in the garden can present some challenges when it comes to choosing the right landscaping. However, finding shrubs that will thrive in your shadier areas is not as difficult as you might imagine. Below is a list of tall shrubs that grow amazingly in shady places; there are even some that bloom! 1. …
Having houseplants is an amazing way to add color and life to your interior design. They purify the air, and they just look nice. However, plants that require a lot of drainage, can really limit you on your choice of decorative pot. The fact is, few plants thrive with no drainage. While some plants grow …
Brightly colored geraniums are lovely additions to the old-fashioned flower garden, hanging baskets and are a favorite for houseplants. They are available in a wide variety of colors and plant types and fortunately, there are lots of different online retailers where you can find geraniums. Below we have found the top 40 online stores to …
Looking for durable lightweight plastic urns? We know they can be such a fantastic addition to your indoor or outdoor garden, so we went out searching for the best options out there. The classic garden urn can give one’s garden a more refined and elegant appearance. However, the traditional ones made from stone or other …
Want to add some greenery to your home or office, but don’t want to wait forever for them to grow to size? We have curated a list of the fastest growing houseplants available to give you a head start on shooing a great plant (or three) to liven up your living space! 1. Spider Plants …
Give your home or garden a proper nautical feel by incorporating boat-shaped planters into your decor! We have collected a list of amazing planters that are perfect if you love all things belonging to the sea. 1. Three Hands Pair of Rowboat Decorative Planters with Galvanized Zinc Finish Available in two sizes, these beautiful boat-shaped planters …
After 10 generations’ worth of genetic mutation, Roy Pearman laid claim to one of the most visually-iconic pumpkin species seen today: the Knucklehead pumpkin. The warts are not symptoms of a disease but rather an aesthetic addition to a squash that serves as well on your porch as it does in your kitchen. How, then, …
Perfect for a sunny wall or small outdoor space, vertical gardens can be built without expensive power tools like drills. This post will show you some low-cost and low-effort vertical gardens that will fit any space and produce a variety of plants. Here are three ways to create a drill-less vertical garden: Use a sharp …
Vertical Garden Towers are a gardener’s dream. They are typically fairly lightweight, easy to move from place to place, can fit anywhere from a corner of a tiny apartment balcony to sitting in front of a sunny kitchen window. Most of them can hold several different kinds of plants, and you can even get them …