Posts from: November 2021

Have you been searching for a ground cover plant to fill your lawn in and choke out weeds that is also low maintenance? Nobody wants to spend all spring and summer weeding their lawns and gardens. Well, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve put together this guide to help you find the perfect solution …

Ground covers can be valuable assets in flower beds to control leaves or cover up any patchy areas. But if you aren’t careful when choosing a ground cover plant, they can sometimes grow out of control. Or sometimes, you may just want to remove the ground cover to replace it with something else. We’ve done …

Fertilizing your lawn will help it grow strong and healthy. However, if you don’t use all of it in one go, you may be wondering if it will still be ok to use in the future. Well, we’ve researched the topic in-depth and have an answer for you.  When stored correctly, lawn fertilizer will not …

Norfolk Island pine trees make four beautiful indoor and outdoor garden plants. These trees don’t take much to grow and live for a very long time. But what do you do if your Island pine begins to die? Can you revive it? We’ve researched the answer questions, and we will discuss ways to help the …

Knowing when it’s time to transplant your tree can be tricky sometimes. Do you have a crepe myrtle tree you want to move but don’t know if now is the right time? Well, we’ve done some research and have the answer for you. Ideally, you want to move crepe myrtle trees while they are dormant …

A Norfolk pine is a popular plant to have. If you want to find a way to keep it on the smaller side, you may be wondering if it’s possible to cut the top off to do so. Is that a good idea, though? We’ve done some research and have the answer for you. Let’s …

Clematis plants are very popular additions to any garden. The versatility of these plants makes them highly sought after. Unfortunately, these beautiful plants can be difficult to move once planted. Despite the difficulty, it’s still possible. We’ve done the research and can tell you when and how to transplant this genus of plant. The best …

Schefflera, or the dwarf umbrella tree, is a flowering plant commonly grown inside. This houseplant has become popular due to its ability to withstand neglect and poor growing conditions. Growing new plants from cuttings allows you to keep your current plant going and can make great gifts. Did you know these plants can be propagated …

Hollyhocks, or Alcea, are annual, biennial, or perennial plants depending on the specific species. These beautiful ornamental plants can be easily grown from seed and attract other beings to your garden. Hollyhocks die back in winter, but you need to protect the roots to ensure you can enjoy their beautiful blooms again in the summer. …

Norfolk Island Pines are commonly seen around the holiday season and are used to decorate with. But the problem is that once the holidays are over, you still have a living tree that you may not know what you do with. The good news is that Norfolk Island Pines can be planted in either a …

Knowing when it’s time to move your plants can be a challenge sometimes. Do you want to transplant your columbine but don’t know whether it’s ready for a new spot? Well, we’ve done our research and have the answer for you. Let’s discuss. Generally, you should transplant your columbine in the early spring so its …

Calla lilies are stunning flowers that can grow year after year. To keep these plants growing and healthy, you’ll need to transplant them. Whether your plant grows indoors or out, this is an essential piece of knowledge to have. Look no further because we’ve done the research and can tell you how and when to …

Bonsai trees come in all sorts of species and designs. With small pots, shallow roots, and specific soil needs, Bonsai trees require a specific amount of care—and there is a slight learning curve. Did you recently find that one of your Bonsai has a squishy trunk? You can probably recognize that this isn’t normal, but …

Is your Bonsai tree looking a bit lackluster? Bonsai trees prefer a moist, humid environment. Indoor heating and air conditioners tend to make our indoor environments very dry with little relative humidity. If you are asking how to increase the humidity on your Bonsai tree, you have come to the right place! We’ve researched whether …

Figuring out what’s wrong with the plants in your garden can be pretty frustrating. Is your elderberry bush starting to look sick, but you don’t know what caused it? We have done our research to find you some answers. A few of the most common causes for a dying elderberry bush include: A lack of …

Figuring out how to care for your plants can be tricky sometimes. Do you have a bonsai tree you want to fertilize but don’t know which kind will work the best? We have done plenty of research to find you some answers. Use a slow or continuous-release fertilizer on your bonsai tree. Generally, fertilizers rich …

Euonymus bushes can make for beautiful outdoor plants and work perfectly in front yards, backyards, or sidewalks. But what do you do if you find that your Euonymus bush is dying? Can it be revived? We have researched the answers to these questions, and in this post, we will go over them. The most common …

Not only are blueberries delicious, but the plant is also a beautiful flowering perennial shrub. Blueberries thrive in full sun and acidic soil and make a great addition to any edible garden. Transplanting blueberries is a need if your plant isn’t doing well in its current location or you are cultivating a garden on another …

As you plan your pond build, the first step is to stick a shovel in the ground. With this, you have noticed that your future pond is located in sandy soil. Since sandy soil can be challenging to work with, you are wondering what steps to take to build your pond. In this post, we …

Many different trees can be turned into a bonsai-version. Do you want to bonsai a coconut tree but don’t know where or when to start? Well, we’ve done our research and have some answers for you. Let’s discuss. To bonsai a coconut tree, it’s best to start your plant from seed. To do this, follow …