Daffodil, Jonquil or Narcissus?
You can call these flowers daffodils or narcissus, but none of them is a jonquil. Source: www.jparkers.co.uk www.dutchbulbs.com Confusion reigns inContinue Reading
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Plant Litter in the Garden: Soil Scientists Say Just Leave It Be!
Farmers keep crop residues on their fields for the same reasons home gardeners should consider! Source: Fabian Fernandez I’ve neverContinue Reading
How Far Should You Plant a Tree from a House?
Trees should be planted well away from any house, not right up against it. Source: uglyhousephotos.com There are several reasonsContinue Reading
What is a “Nativar?”
The double form of bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis ‘Multiplex’). It appeared spontaneously in the wild and would be considered a nativarContinue Reading
Garden Myth: White Mushrooms Are Always Edible (Not!)
White mushrooms might be edible… or they might be poisonous. You can’t tell by color alone. Source: theimagefixer.com Most garden mythsContinue Reading
When to Plant Fall Bulbs
Source: mzayat.com, amazon.co.uk & bsoluteyogasamui, montage: laidbackgardener.blog Each expert has a different answer when it comes to recommending when toContinue Reading
Don’t Let Leaves Accumulate on Your Lawn
When leaves start to build up too much, to the point where no light is getting through, they start toContinue Reading
Bringing Frost-Tender Bulbs Indoors for the Winter
When frost kills the foliage of your bulbs (here, dahlias), it’s time to bring them back indoors for the winter.Continue Reading
Beautiful Berries for Fall and Winter
Porcelaine vine (Ampelopsis brevipedunculata) brightens up late fall with its jewel-like berries. Source: www.pepiniere-villeroy.com When we select plants for ourContinue Reading
Pattern Plants as Indoor Decorations
Pattern plants (here, peace lilies) add a vibrant, earthy aspect to any home. Think too about choosing pots that suitContinue Reading