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A Guide To Indoor Herb Gardening (Tips For Beginners)

Published on February 4, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Herbs growing indoors on a windowsill.

You can successfully grow various herbs indoors by choosing annual and perennial varieties suited to your indoor growing conditions. Use these tips to get started with indoor growing or overwinter … [Read more...]

20 Flower Bulbs to Plant in Fall (Spring & Summer Blooms)

Published on September 27, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Crocus bulbs to plant in fall.

This handy list of bulbs to plant in fall is organized by bloom times. Pick selections that flower in late winter, spring, and summer for continuous blooms. If you are new to this, see how to … [Read more...]

16 Garden Vegetables That Sweeten with Frost

Published on September 11, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Carrots being harvested from a garden.

This one is not garden folklore! There a number of cool-tolerant vegetables like carrots, broccoli, and kale that become sweeter tasting after frost sets in. Find out how this happens and which ones … [Read more...]

49 Hostas for Sunny Locations & How To Keep Them Happy

Published on May 15, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Hostas that can grow in sunny locations.

Yes, you can grow hostas in sun or shade. We think of hostas as shade plants, but there are plenty of sun-tolerant varieties providing gorgeous leaf colors, textures, flowers, and fragrance. If you … [Read more...]

50 Plants for Clay Soil (Flowers, Shrubs, and Trees)

Published on March 29, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Plant that grow in clay soil including irises, hops, and hydrangea.

It is not easy to grow in dense soil but this list of plants for clay soil will give you a fighting chance. There are flowering perennials, shrubs, climbers, and trees that all enjoy or … [Read more...]

Plant Ideas for Beautiful Patio Containers

Published on March 12, 2019Last updated October 7, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Colorful planter of flowers by Proven Winners.

Want to know the secret to beautiful garden containers? These plant lists tell you exactly which plants you need to create these eye-catching planters. Want container recipes for window boxes? See … [Read more...]

10 Delightful Plants for Early Spring Flowers

Published on March 8, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Primrose flowers.

Want perennial flowers that bloom in spring from the moment winter fades? These favorites from my garden provide continuous bloom in spring. For a printable list, also see Perennial Flower … [Read more...]

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