These beginner tips show how and when to plant flower bulbs in fall including tulips, daffodils, snowdrops, hyacinth, and more for beautiful blooms in spring. Looking for bulb options? See 20 … [Read more...]
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4 Ways to Overwinter Geraniums (Pelargoniums)
How to Overwinter Potted Fruit Trees
If you are growing fruit trees that are hardy or semi-hardy outdoors in containers in a cold climate, this shows how to keep them safe during the winter and ready to grow again in spring. How To … [Read more...]
25 Annual & Perennial Flower Seeds to Sow in Fall (Printable List)
If you live in a cold climate, there are plenty of annual and perennial flower seeds you can sow in the fall garden. Later, as winter turns to spring, the seeds germinate, giving a jump start on … [Read more...]
4 Easy Ways to Overwinter Geraniums
There are several ways to overwinter geraniums (Pelargoniums) from your garden. With some newspaper, a cardboard box, paper bag, or a sunny windowsill, you can keep these tender perennials … [Read more...]
Winter Squash: How to Cure & Store Your Harvest
After harvesting winter squash, it's time to cure it—a process where the skin toughens up to last longer in storage. We've also included a storage chart for all types of winter squash. The first … [Read more...]
17 Flower Seeds to Sow Midsummer
There are plenty of fast-growing flowering annuals you can sow in midsummer to enjoy flowers into fall in colder climates. Have a look at the choices and get your seeds ready so you don't miss out. … [Read more...]
When to Take Plant Cuttings (Season By Season)
You can grow new plants by propagating perennial shrubs and vines year-round from softwood, semi-ripe, and hardwood cuttings. Our calendar lists optimum timing for a variety of common plants. If … [Read more...]