Mysterious swellings on roses: What causes them and what to do
If you have suddenly spotted bizarre, shaggy masses clinging to your rose bushes, there is no need to panic immediately. […]
Gardening
With these easy tricks, balcony plants survive your vacation
Preparing Your Outdoor Oasis for Time Away Summer has officially arrived, and your outdoor planters are likely looking absolutely gorgeous
Flowers to Sow in July for a Bumper September Display: Cosmos, Calendula, and More
July is the turning point of the allotment and cottage garden year. Suddenly, prime spaces are opening up: the garlic
Instead of lavender: This hardy plant draws countless bees to your garden
When we envision fragrant, purple-blooming gardens, lavender usually springs to mind first. However, the classic Mediterranean favorite isn’t your only
Lavender: Proper summer pruning encourages a second bloom
You might hesitate to grab your gardening shears while a few bees are still buzzing around your fading lavender. Giving
What grows with lavender? Ideal companion plants for the fragrant herb
While this famous Mediterranean shrub is incredibly low-maintenance, pairing it with the wrong botanical neighbors in your garden beds, balcony
Apple ermine moth: What you can do now about white webs in your apple tree
Finding ghostly white webs covering your apple trees is enough to alarm any passionate gardener right now. If you have
Collect Marigold seeds to naturally repel garden pests
Why Marigolds Are a Gardener’s Best Friend Marigolds offer much more than vibrant splashes of color in your backyard. These
A blooming balcony until the first frost? Try these continuous bloomers
Transforming your balcony into a vibrant sea of flowers from April through October is entirely possible without backbreaking work. The
Potted fig tree: Harvest sweet fruits twice a year with these clever expert tips
Grow your own Mediterranean oasis Dreaming of picking fresh, sun-ripened figs right from your own balcony or patio? Fortunately, you