… in a screen or hedge. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds love Weigela , and so do gardeners. For a plant that gives you so much to look at, they're very easy to care for. No particular disease or pest problems. No special soil requirements.No deadheading. Just …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… in American gardens. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds love Weigela , and so do gardeners. For a plant that gives you so much to look at, they're very easy to care for. No particular disease or pest problems. No special soil requirements.No deadheading. Just …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Description: In early spring and late fall, look for this bird of the high tundra as it scurries along the paths in the Dixon Prairie or flies …
Type: Birding
… Description: This migrant species may be spotted in trees. Look for rectangular groupings of small holes in the bark of trees to see where they have been …
Type: Birding
… with a bright red eye on this hardy hibiscus cultivar. Dark green leaves provide a backdrop for the flowers. A slightly shorter sized plant adaptable to smaller gardens. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Moderate temperatures and light with high humidity and very well-drained soil are ideal for cultivating this orchid. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… specimens have stronger lemony scents. Offers strong mosquito repellent citronella and makes for a great patio plant. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… in green and highlighted with yellow on this exotically colored tulip. Sturdy stems are ideal for cutting and provide protection against strong winds and heavy rains. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… I started vermicomposting (composting with worms) in April for Earth Day. It has been four months and my worms have generated some nice castings (worm poop) … and airy, not wet. (Note: If your worm bin is soggy, open the lid and let the bin dry out for a week or so. Do not add any food scraps before moving to the next step.) When you have a … any remaining food scraps. This might take a week or so. View all parts Vermicomposting for Beginners view part 1 Tips for Managing Your Worm Bin View part 2 This worm bin still has …
Type: Blog
… be therapeutic, as long as it is something you enjoy doing. What could be more exhilarating, for example, than raking leaves on a crisp autumn day? Even mowing the lawn can be therapy for some. I have a neighbor who mows his lawn at least twice a week simply because he loves to cut grass. For most people it would be a chore, but for him it's enjoyable and therapeutic. One of the …
Type: Plant Info