Flowers have carried secret meanings for centuries. The Victorians elevated this into an art form called floriography — a coded language where a carefully chosen bouquet could express what polite society wouldn’t allow you to say out loud. A red rose meant deep love. Yellow … [Read more...]
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Which Plants Like Coffee Grounds (And Which Don’t) — A Complete Guide
by Erin Marissa Russell LISTEN TO ARTICLE: Coffee grounds are one of the most misunderstood gardening tools. You may have heard the tip about putting them in your garden — but here’s the catch: coffee grounds are acidic, and they only benefit plants that prefer acidic … [Read more...]
Companion Planting: Herbs that Pair Perfectly As Growing Partners
by Matt Gibson Most gardeners are familiar with companion planting in the vegetable garden, finding combinations of compatible plants that grow well in pairs or as a group, such as the famous three sisters combo of squash, corn, and beans. There is also a science to companion … [Read more...]
Quick Tip: Grow Herbs in the Garden to Prevent Pests
By Jennifer Poindexter If you have a garden, you have pests. It’s part of the circle of life. Gardens provide food and shelter to a range of insects. What can you do about it, though? You must keep a close eye on your garden to ensure no plants are being ravaged by any bug … [Read more...]
These Are the Best Plants for a Rock Garden
By Jennifer Poindexter Have you ever heard of the term rock garden? If you’re new to gardening or landscaping, you may wonder what the purpose of a rock garden is. There are many ways to add beauty and depth to a property. A rock garden happens to be one way of … [Read more...]
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