Anyone who knows me well will tell you that I don’t back down from a challenge. On the surface writing an article about combining the colors of orange and brown is something you would do in...
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I find that many people I meet would love to learn how to garden but they live in an apartment or condominium and feel like they don’t have enough space to grow anything worthwhile. The...
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When it comes to planting small containers, size can really matter. Most plants are not suitable for small container gardening as their roots may require more space than the container can provide,...
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While the words black and white are often invoked to highlight contrasting notions the truth is these colors can make ideal partners. Until recently the color black was almost unheard of in the...
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While talking about Independence Day in February may sound strange this is actually a great time of year to plan a patriotic container garden for your yard. You can express your patriotism and take...
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Snapdragons are a plant with a special place in my heart as they are the first flower that I ever grew from seeds. When I first expressed an interest in gardening my parents mentioned this to a...
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Planting bulbs in containers is a solution for gardeners who lack space for a full garden.  You can do this project on your patio or terrace.  Growing spring blooming bulbs in decorative...
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Due to concerns about drought conditions in several areas of the country succulents, which were often a little known or cultivated variety of plant, have begun to garner a significant amount of...
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