A weed whip is great for keeping your weeds under control without having to fire up your trusty, powered weed wacker. In fact, once you’ve used a manual weed cutter you may find yourself reaching for it instead of the gas powered trimmer more and more as they’re so much easier to use!
Are you a new plant parent wondering whether a hydrangea is a perennial or an annual? If so, then you have found the right article! There are many types of hydrangea plants, ranging from tall, magnificent climbers, to miniature dwarf cultivars. The question is, are all hydrangeas perennials or are some hydrangeas annuals?
Even though we all aim to grow healthy plants that are free of insect pests, unfortunately, harmful insects, pests and diseases sometimes can not be avoided. Pest insects are often part of the package. The question is, do you want to allow this colony of insects to damage all of your ornamental plants, or will …
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You work hard to maintain a lush green lawn, and the last thing you want is a real eyesore, that is dead grass to ruin your efforts. The good news is that removing grass that’s dead from your lawn isn’t a daunting task, that is if you use the right tool for the job.
Have you ever noticed small little squiggly creatures in your plants’ potting soil? Have a closer look if you have, because they might just be pot worms invading your plant soil. There are many white worms that can be found in the potted soil of your indoor and outdoor potted plants. Some worms in potted …
Have you ever noticed that the terms fertilizer and plant food are often used in articles as though they carry the same meaning and function? We are here to tell you that the two are actually not the same. Although experienced gardeners are aware of this, if you are a newbie to the world of …
You know how, in the wild, vining plants with aerial roots grow upwards, climbing along nearby trees and other larger, sturdy plants? The texture of tree bark being so rough, makes for the perfect surface for epiphytic plants to get a proper grip to attach themselves and continue to climb vertically.
The Variegated rubber plant or Ficus elastica variegata, as it’s also known, is used to warm tropical climates as it’s native to South and Southeast Asia. It has beautiful, shiny, colorful leaves that really stand out in your home. The leaves are thick and have an almost rubbery look and feel, which is where it …
When it comes to comparing Crabgrass vs Bermudagrass, there are plenty of similarities: They both grow really quickly They both can overwhelm and bully other plants They’re both invasive and can take over your lawn if not controlled Sounds like we’re talking about two common weeds, right?
If you’re an avid gardener, you most likely have a surplus of potting soil left over from the growing season. Now you’re probably wondering how to store it over the winter so that you can use it next year. Or maybe you just want to know how you can store it long-term as you’ve bought …
