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Tips and tutorials for growing a variety of plants including annuals and perennials including flowers, vegetables, trees, shrubs, and vines.

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Why Your Clematis is Not Blooming and How to Get Flowers

Published on June 9, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Clematis bud not yet in bloom.

If your clematis vine is growing but not blooming, thereโ€™s usually a fixable reason. Check these five common causes and how to get those flowers started. This is part of the Complete Clematis … [Read more...]

Plant Wisely: Choosing Non-Invasive Options for Your Garden

Published on May 29, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden plants including invasive species.

Invasive plants are taking hold of our natural areas, choking out other plants and related animal life. Our job as gardeners is to keep invasive plants out of our yards to avoid any possible spread … [Read more...]

How To Grow Lilacs (Best Care Tips)

Published on May 23, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Lilacs in bloom.

This guide walks through all the basics for growing lilacs (Syringa) including how to choose the right lilac for your space, when or if to prune, and how to grow lilacs in containers. If you love … [Read more...]

8 Top Clematis Growing Tips For Beautiful Flowers

Published on May 19, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Red clematis flower.

Clematis is a favorite flowering perennial vine. Once you know your variety, its pruning needs, and ideal growing conditions, you can grow beautiful blooms for years to come. This is part of … [Read more...]

The Problem With Vinegar as a Weed Killer

Published on May 11, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Jug of vinegar and a dandelion growing in a crack in pavement.

If you have ever tried household vinegar as a weed killer only to find the plant eventually grows back, this explains why. Commonly suggested as a "chemical-free", "natural" alternative to commercial … [Read more...]

Expert Lavender Growing Tips for Home Gardeners

Published on May 10, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Lavender in bloom.

This beginner guide to lavender growing includes tips on plant selection, best growing conditions, recommended care, and answers how long does it take lavender to grow? If you want to dye fabric … [Read more...]

Why Old-Fashioned Garden Tips Don’t Always Work (But We Love Them!)

Published on April 13, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Dandelions and apple blossoms.

Have you ever heard the old gardening advice to plant beans when apple trees bloom or sow peas when daffodils flower? While these traditional tips come from experience, they arenโ€™t always reliable for … [Read more...]

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