Plant Lists

6 Colorful Flowering Plants for Shade Gardens

Published on May 15, 2017Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Growing in a shade garden does not mean you have to give up color. There are many plants with colorful flowers and foliage that can light up even the darkest corner of the garden. I’ve provided a list … [Read more...]

10 Best Vegetables for Drought Soils

Published on May 11, 2016Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Drought soil conditions can be very challenging for vegetable growing. This list from High-Value Veggies shows which edible crops do best in drought conditions as well as things you can do … [Read more...]

10 Best Vegetables for Sandy Soils

Published on April 29, 2016Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Sandy soil is not always easy for gardening but there several vegetables that not only tolerate sandy soil conditions but actually thrive in them. Come see which ones you can grow. If you’re … [Read more...]

7 Popular Garden Plants with Poisonous Berries (ID Photos)

Published on February 17, 2016Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Poisonous berries are quite common in gardens. Find out which plants including bushes and vines have toxic berries. Some people are surprised to learn that not all poisonous berries are red. Photos … [Read more...]

What to Sow in Fall Before It Snows

Published on October 1, 2014Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

There are plenty of plants, bulbs, and seeds to add to the fall garden before the ground freezes. Options include some fast-growing cold tolerant food crops, cover crops to enrich the soil, and an … [Read more...]