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Do These 7 Things to Your Outdoor Container Plants Before Bringing Them Inside

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

The end of summer doesn’t have to mean the end of your outdoor container plants. Though perennial plants usually won’t survive a freeze in pots, it is possible to extend their life by bringing them into the warm embrace of your temperature-controlled home. Box up those knick-knacks and make room for some welcome houseguests that will liven up your space and make the winter more bearable. Here are just a few other things you should do before your container plants come a-knocking.

Plant these Bulbs in the Fall for Beautiful Spring Blooms

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Though hard work and diligent care of delicate seeds can be rewarding, it is also nice to fill your garden with bulbs and simply forget about them. These fall-planted bulbs rest quietly under the earth until they surprise you in spring with beautiful blooms and boldfaced defiance of winter’s deathly chill.

How to Throw the Ultimate Pollinator Party

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Have you ever taken a stroll through your veggie or fruit patch to find full blooms and gotten really excited only to see that nothing comes of them? This is one of the most disheartening things that can happen to a gardener, and the reason behind this is a lack of pollination.

6 Health Benefits of Echinacea and How to Grow It

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

It would almost be easier to list what echinacea can’t do rather than what it can. This vibrant purple plant is a veritable gold mine of healing properties and has been used for hundreds of years to treat many issues including pain, inflammation, migraines, and can even act as a remedy for the common cold and flu. So what exactly are the health benefits of this wonder herb and how can you grow it today?

Top Plants for a Spectacular Moon Garden

5 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

The early mornings are my favorite time of day to visit my flower garden. The birds and bees are busy, and with the glistening of dew still on their leaves, a few of my favorite flowers awake to greet the sunrise. These include morning glories, gazing daisies, California poppies, and Venice mallow, to name a few. But, there are other times when the garden comes to life with afternoon or evening bloomers that showcase their colors and fragrances under the light of the moon.

How to Plant, Grow and Harvest Passionflowers

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Passionflowers are the strikingly attractive blooms of plants belonging to the Passiflora genus. The flower got its name because early Christian missionaries to South America drew some parallels between its floral structures and the passion of Christ.

7 Facts About Geraniums You Need to Know

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

These bright, fragrant flowers, are an excellent way to add a burst of color to any porch, patio, terrace, backyard garden or window box. As summer approaches, you may want to consider planting these warm-season bloomers around your outdoor living areas to enjoy their cheery influence and alluring perfume. Before you do, however, here are 7 intriguing facts about geraniums you probably didn’t know.

9 Plants You Should NEVER Grow in Your Garden

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

It may seem strange to cultivate a list of flowers you should avoid planting in your garden, however it is vital to be aware of some eye-catching beauties that are more trouble than they’re worth. These plants are either toxic, invasive or could potentially cause damage to your other healthy flowers. It is best to avoid growing these 9 plants in your garden, no matter how enticing they may be.

7 Flowers You Must Plant if You Want More Bees

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

When you think of bees, it probably isn’t your first instinct to want to attract more of them to your yard. These striped insects often get a bad rap due to their rather painful natural defense mechanism and are often shoed away from the garden by harsh insect repellents and pesticides.

5 Common Mistakes People Make when Growing Roses

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

For years, roses have kept the prized position among all the garden flowers. They captivate the mind, enchant the soul, and awake the senses, bringing beautiful vibrant blooms and decadent scents to anywhere they are grown. However, even though they are an excellent addition to any flower bed, many gardeners shy away from these sweet flowers because of their supposed “growing difficulty.”

5 Beautiful Cut Flowers Everyone Should Grow

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

There is just something so refreshing and energizing about a vase of beautiful cut flowers. Their aroma fills a room and no matter what the weather, brings joy to any space. I always have a vase of fresh cut flowers in several places in my house.

Do These 7 Things to Your Outdoor Container Plants Before Bringing Them Inside

Plant these Bulbs in the Fall for Beautiful Spring Blooms

How to Throw the Ultimate Pollinator Party

6 Health Benefits of Echinacea and How to Grow It

Top Plants for a Spectacular Moon Garden

How to Plant, Grow and Harvest Passionflowers

7 Facts About Geraniums You Need to Know

9 Plants You Should NEVER Grow in Your Garden

7 Flowers You Must Plant if You Want More Bees

5 Common Mistakes People Make when Growing Roses

5 Beautiful Cut Flowers Everyone Should Grow

What are Hitchhiker Weeds and How to Control Them

Easy and Creative Vertical Garden Ideas

Garden Mistakes Everyone Wants to Avoid

Best Veggies to Grow in Raised Beds

Always Plant This Kind of Fruit in Containers

The Easiest Way to Grow Herbs all Year Long

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Federal Officials Say STOP: Latest Salmonella Food Outbreak Sending People to the Hospital

12 Tips to Keep Your Garden Harvest Fresh for Longer

35 Ways to Use Raw Honey for Great Health

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