Flowers

Finding new ways to give your plants a boost of nutrients can sometimes be tricky. Are you growing marigolds in your garden and want to try using coffee grounds or eggshells on them? Do marigolds prefer one over the other? Luckily, we’ve done some research and have the answer below! Let’s check it out. Using …

The rhododendron is a popular perennial bush with fluffy pink blossoms. If you’re considering adding one of these lovely plants to your garden, you might wonder if they lose their leaves in the fall and winter. This is especially important to consider if you live in a place with cold winters. Well, don’t worry. We’ve …

Would you like to know why your skimmia leaves are turning yellow? Well, we have researched this topic and have the answers for you. It’s vital to understand why your skimmia leaves are turning yellow to help them. There are a few reasons your skimmia leaves may turn yellow—overwatering, underwatering, overfertilizing, underfertilizing, or excess sunlight. …

Roses are one of the most well-known and coveted flowers. Most people adore them and give them as a sign of affection to their loved ones. There are many types of roses, and you may wonder if the bare-root ones can be grafted or not. We did our research, and here’s what we’ve found out. …

Determining what type of plant you have growing in your landscape isn’t always easy. Do you think you might have a wisteria vine or tree in your garden but can’t tell the difference? Is there a difference between how a wisteria grows: vine or tree? Well, we’ve done some digging and have these answers, among …

Growing flowers can be a fantastic, rewarding activity to engage in. Though the process can be complicated depending on the type of plants you choose to nurture, many people will agree the beautiful flowers are well worth the effort. However, it can be hard to find enjoyment in the process when dealing with stubborn plants. …

Having gorgeous flowering plants in your home and garden can change the ambiance instantly. Do you have a few orchids growing but don’t know when their buds will start to open? Does this usually take a long time? Are there ways to make orchids bloom faster? Luckily, we have these answers and many more below …

Finding the best ways to ensure your garden looks good throughout the year can be difficult. Do you have rhododendrons you want to prune but don’t know how close to the ground you can cut them? Is it okay to severely trim this species? Should you cut it down to the ground? Well, we’ve done …

Marigolds are known as one of the most popular edible flowers, but did you know that some varieties are actually mildly toxic to humans and other animals? If you grow them in your garden, it’s important to know which marigolds are toxic or otherwise not edible so you can keep your loved ones safe. But …

Figuring out how to plant flowers in your landscape can sometimes be easier on paper. Do you want to incorporate marigolds into your yard but don’t know where to start? Should marigolds be close together or far apart? Do they need lots of sun, or is the shade better? We will answer all of these …

Marigolds bloom in the summer and live well until the fall. Are you planning to grow marigolds and wonder when the best time is to plant them? We did research on this subject and have the answers to your question. You should plant and germinate marigold seeds indoors once the frost period ends, when the …

Realizing one of your favorite plants is dead can be devastating. Do you have a sickly wisteria you’re worried has died but don’t know how to tell? What are common signs of a dead or dying wisteria vine? Is it possible to bring a dead wisteria back from the dead? We’ll answer all of these …

Finding new ways to grow flowers throughout your garden can sometimes be confusing. Do you want to add a few sunflowers to your landscape but don’t know where to start? Is it possible to grow sunflowers from bird seed? Can you do this with any bird seed mix? We’ll answer these questions and many others …

Choosing the best spot to plant something in your yard isn’t always easy. Do you have a wisteria you plan on growing but don’t know if it will like the shade? Do wisteria plants usually prefer full sun exposure? Well, we’ve done some digging and have the answer for you below! In general, you want …

Creating gorgeous bouquets with the flowers in your garden can sometimes take paying close attention to detail. Do you have peony buds you want to cut off and save but don’t know if they’ll still open? If you cut a peony before it flowers, will the part you removed still bloom? We’ve done extensive research …

One advantage of growing hostas is that you’ll never have difficulty maintaining them since they only require little care. In addition, they are not fussy when it comes to propagation. But most gardeners ask one question: whether they can grow hostas from leaf cuttings. After much research, we finally found the answer. Straightforwardly, yes! You …

You want to be sure that your marigolds are receiving the necessary care and if they can withstand droughts or if they need daily watering. Worry no more; we have gathered the answers for you. African and Signet Marigolds can withstand droughts, but French Marigolds are much more resistant to damp weather. Fully grown marigolds …

Finding new plants to add to your garden can sometimes be stressful. Do you want to try growing marigolds but don’t know whether they attract bees and butterflies? Would having these pollinators in your garden be better than not? We’ll dive into these answers and more below! Besides being gorgeous in your landscape, marigolds will …

Marigolds are lovely and require only a little maintenance. In addition, they are not that selective when it comes to soil. But will marigolds even grow in clay soil? That particular question also got our attention, so we conducted thorough research to find the answer.  Marigolds can grow in most soils. Unfortunately, clay soil is …

Finding the best ways to manicure your flowers can sometimes be tricky. Do you have marigolds in your garden that look leggy, but you aren’t sure whether it’s okay to deadhead them? Is deadheading a marigold a positive or negative thing to do? Luckily, we’ve done extensive research and have the answer below! Yes, removing …

As they grow, daffodil bulbs multiply. While it is not necessary to divide daffodil bulbs, you may want to divide and store them if you do not plan to replant them until next season. In this post, we have researched to guide you on doing just that! Divide daffodil bulbs when the leaves start to …

Choosing the perfect way to display your flowers can sometimes be challenging. Do you have a marigold plant you want to showcase but have no idea what type of planter you should use? What are some planter ideas for a marigold? Well, we’ve done some digging, and here’s what we found! The key to figuring …

Creating a pruning routine for the plants in your garden isn’t always easy. Do you have gardenias you think need a trim but have no idea when to do this if you’re in Florida? Do you need to wait until a specific month or season to prune gardenias in Florida? We have done extensive research …

Figuring out which plants will grow the best in your garden can sometimes be tricky. Do you want to try planting a few marigolds but have no idea where they’re native to? Can you grow marigolds in any climate? We will answer these questions, among others, throughout this article. Let’s dive in! For those wanting …

Figuring out what’s wrong with one of the plants in your garden can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. Have you started to notice your California lilac’s foliage turn brown and don’t know what to do? Do brown leaves mean your lilac is dying? Can you save it? We will answer these questions …

Irises are among the most exquisite cultivated flowers. Planning to prepare them for the next season of planting? Then, learning how to divide and store this plant is necessary. We’ve researched this matter and gathered ideas for these two processes. You’ll be happy to know that it is easy to do. To divide and store …

We press flowers not just to preserve the flowers themselves but also to preserve the memories of how we got them. Although we may not be able to preserve them in their full bloom, we can still enjoy their ruggedly elegant appeal for a long time. So, how long will it take to actually press …

Would you like to know when to divide amaryllis bulbs in Florida? Well, we have researched this topic and have the answers for you. It’s vital to know when to divide amaryllis bulbs in Florida to ensure the best health of your plants. In Florida, you should divide amaryllis bulbs in the fall when their …

If you have grevilleas in your yard or garden you might be led to wonder what to plant under them. Look no further! We have researched all about what to plant under grevilleas and why. What you should plant under grevilleas are plants that need similar care. The best ones to plant under or near …

There are times that Fatsia Japonica turns dull and gloomy; the leaves turn brown, and the stems are brittle. The worst that can happen is they could die if the root cause of the issue was not determined at an early stage. You are probably searching for answers to why your plants’ leaves are turning …

Hibiscus comes in different colors and shapes because of pollination. Do you want to pollinate your hibiscus by hand? We got your back. To help you, we researched how to do this properly. Here’s what we found. To cross-pollinate hibiscus by hand, you will prepare the two preferred varieties and a small paintbrush or cotton …

Planting bluebells is a surefire way to get the peaceful, naturalistic atmosphere you’re going for in your garden. Throughout the spring, their magnificent blue bulbs will turn your garden or yard into a vast expanse of blue. You might be wondering if you should pull up your dead bluebells, and when and how. To give …

Figuring out the best way to take care of your flowers during winter can be tricky. Do you have a pineapple sage plant in your garden and don’t know what to do with it during the colder months? How do you overwinter this species? We did thorough research to answer this question throughout this article.  …

Choosing new plants to grow in your garden can sometimes require additional research. For example, do you want to plant wisteria in your yard but have no idea whether its roots are invasive? Does this vining plant tend to be more aggressive in the ground? We will answer these questions and many others throughout this …

We always want to give our flowers, shrubs, and trees the best care, and one of the things that we can provide them is mulching. Mulch not only beautifies our gardens but also helps the plants to thrive. We compiled the best mulching ideas for you to serve as an inspiration. These mulches are the …

Finding the best plants for your landscaping can sometimes feel endless if you don’t have enough information. For example, are you wanting to try growing a desert willow but have no idea which varieties are the most beautiful? Is this plant species generally colorful? We’ll answer these questions and many more throughout this post. Let’s …

Deciding the best time to do some garden work can feel impossible. Do you have a California lilac growing in your yard and think it’s time to prune or transplant it? When is the best time of year to do these things? What about planting new California lilacs? We will cover all these questions and …

The paperwhite narcissus is a lovely flowering plant that can easily grow white bulbs indoors. They are a popular holiday season decoration, an alternative to bright red flowers, and something that can brighten up a room during the winter. Since they can’t tolerate harsh winters, how do you take care of them during winter? We …

Freesia’s vivid blossoms and upright leaves make it a standout plant. However, the inability of a freesia to sprout can be frustrating for gardeners, but there are several potential causes for this behavior, and the majority of them are easy to fix. If you’re wondering what to do when your Freesia doesn’t sprout, here’s what …

Black-eyed Susans are a hearty flower that not only grows in the wild but can add a beautiful swath of yellow to your garden. You may be wondering what the best fertilizers are for this flower. We’ve thoroughly investigated the available information and have some recommendations for you. Black-eyed Susans are easy to grow since …