I can think of a few good reasons for what horticulture calls “coppicing.” The main reason is to rejuvenate a big, old bush. Getting rid of all of the old wood clears space and coerces a plant to get busy growing fresh shoots – or else. … [Read more...]
Fennel
Description There are two types of fennel. One is treated as an herb (herb fennel – Foeniculum vulgare) and one that is treated like a bulb type vegetable (Florence fennel or Finocchio – Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce). ... ...Read More … [Read more...]
Growing Daffodils
Daffodils are among the easiest plants to grow, and the rewards far outweigh the work. Of the major groups of bulbs, daffodils are the only truly reliable perennials, and the blooming season can be as long as two months if the right varieties are … [Read more...]
10 Garden Ideas to Steal from Superstar Dutch Designer Piet Oudolf
If the world of gardening has rock stars, Piet Oudolf qualifies as Mick Jagger, David Bowie, and Prince rolled into one. The Dutch landscape designer—whose work is instantly recognizable for its dreamy romanticism and oft-copied for its emphasis on … [Read more...]
So, I’m Not Alone, Eh?
Apparently, deer-eaten plants is an even worse issue than I thought… and it’s one that seems to bring out a lot of passion, compassion, and empathy. Lots of fellow gardeners wrote not only to offer tips and experience-driven advice, but to say how … [Read more...]
Gorgeous Indoor Plants that LOVE the Dark
Do you want to brighten up a dark corner of your home or add a little life to the basement? There are a number of beautiful indoor plants that do well in low light situations. Many are also low maintenance and thrive on … [Read more...]
Grow a Healing Herbal Tea Garden
An herbal tea garden moves beyond rosemary, sage, and thyme, to a whole host of sweet and flavorful—and deliciously decorative—plants that can be harvested for tea. https://gardentherapy.ca/herbal-tea-garden/ Source: … [Read more...]
10 Tips for Beginning Gardeners
10 Tips for Beginner Gardeners Plan your garden like a pro and grow veggies your family actually likes to eat! Here are 10 garden planning tips to consider before you “dig” in! Source: The Old Farmers Almanac … [Read more...]
Natural Resource Conservation Begins in My Backyard
My Backyard is a self-guided program designed to assist and guide residents with healthy soil, lawns, trees, shrubs, perennial flowers, and more. Virginia Cooperative Extension Loudoun County Master Gardeners educate on environmentally sound … [Read more...]
Native Cultivars – Good, Bad, and Ugly
Straddling important choices between planting true native plants and native cultivars. Check out the link below to learn more about the environmental impact...http://www.fort-worth-metropolitan-area.com/…/native-culti…/ Source: … [Read more...]