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20 Perennials with Long-Lasting Blooms

Published on March 9, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

The trick to long-lasting blooms in your perennial flower garden is plant choices, timing, and care. I will show you tips for continuous blooms from early spring until fall. Also see Perennial … [Read more...]

12 Tips for Growing Giant Sunflowers

Published on February 22, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Ever wonder how to grow giant sunflowers? These insider tips share how to pick the right seeds and provide the right conditions to grow tall sunflowers with massive flowers in your garden. For more … [Read more...]

60 Plants To Grow For Homegrown Herbal Teas

Published on February 13, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Love tea and gardening? Why not grow your own specialty teas? This list shows a variety of plants you grow for their leaves, flowers, fruits, seeds, and roots to produce delicious, homemade … [Read more...]

Perennial Flower Bloom Times From Spring to Fall

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

Enjoy continuous blooms all season long. This printable chart lists popular perennials, their flowering times, sun needs, and hardiness zones for easy planning. Related: 20 Perennials for … [Read more...]

10 Flower Growing Secrets & Common Mistakes

Published on February 6, 2021Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

These tips are simple but can make a big difference when growing flowering plants including sweet pea, peony, lavender, delphinium, lilac, sunflower, hollyhock, foxglove, monarda, and hydrangea. … [Read more...]

How to Make Seed Tapes for Better Tiny Seed Sowing

Published on January 24, 2021Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Tiny seeds like carrot, broccoli, and poppy can be tricky to sow, often washed away by rain and wind. Create homemade seed tapes to keep them in place and help them sprout exactly where you … [Read more...]

Growing Vegetables: Weekly Indoor & Outdoor Seed Sowing Plan (Ebook)

Published on December 21, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Take the stress out of vegetable gardening with this weekly plan for sowing seeds indoors and outdoors from spring to fall. With some simple organization you can ensure your veggie garden is timed … [Read more...]