As a result of vampire stories bats have earned a sinister reputation but the fact is they are a valuable asset to home gardeners. Not only do they play a role in pollinating plants they are...
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You’ve probably seen this plant before in your local garden center; it is hard to ignore a Fuchsia. Its bold colors and unusually shaped flowers are very distinctive and can make an exotic...
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One of the things that I truly love about gardening is that there is always some new plant to try and grow. Every year breeders introduce plants I’ve never heard of before or new variations...
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Do you have a favorite shrub that you would like to propagate but you’re unsure how to go about doing it? One of the easiest ways to reproduce a favorite shrub is through a process known as...
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Ornamental grasses deliver a significant return on your investment. They bring interesting textures to the garden, as well as movement and even sound as they dance in the breeze. You can find...
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Did you ever think to yourself “I just wish I had some privacy from the world around me or I really wish I didn’t have to look at that electrical box in the backyard”?...
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A frequent question we receive is about pruning shrubs. Proper pruning maintains an attractive shape and keeps the shrub healthy. Pruning thins out branches allowing new growth to receive sunlight...
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During the depths of winter under a blanket of white snow lies the promise of spring. Hellebore, also known as Christmas Rose or Lenten Rose gets ready to bring forth its beautiful pink, white, red...
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