The key to healthy plants is keeping them tidy. But with all the things going on in our lives, especially with busy summer vacations, taking care of our plants can fall by the wayside. However, now is a great time to do clean up and tend those … [Read more...]
How to Create and Care for a Terrarium
Constructing a terrarium is easy, inexpensive, and can be accomplished on a snowy afternoon. Suitable containers can be found in most homes. Their care is minimal since they can go for months without water under the proper conditions. Read … [Read more...]
Brighten Winter Days with Stunning Amaryllis Blooms
During the dark days of winter, gardeners crave cheerful, vibrant indoor flowers to brighten moods as they count down the days to spring. And tucked among the holiday decorations, amaryllis do their best to cure seasonal affective disorder, adding … [Read more...]
COVER CROPS IN RAISED BEDS
What should you do with raised beds in the winter after the edible and floral fall crops are done, or for those couple months between summer and fall plantings? Plant cover crops, of course! Continue SOURCE: Clemson Cooperative Extension … [Read more...]
Pollinator Plants; Mid-Atlantic Region
Providing wildflower-rich habitat is the most significant action you can take to support pollinators. Adult bees, butterflies, and other pollinators require nectar as their primary food source, and female bees collect pollen as food for their … [Read more...]
How to Grow and Care for Canterbury Bells
Canterbury bells (Campanula rotundifolia) are a biennial plant popular in European and North American landscapes. It is a medium-sized specimen with an upright form featuring numerous vibrant, sweet-smelling bell-shaped flowers that range from white … [Read more...]
SALVIA
Salvias (also known as sages) are popular garden plants because they flower for an extended period and do well in hot, dry conditions. They provide an incredible variety of fragrance, bloom, plant habit, and color. CONTINUE SOURCE: Clemson … [Read more...]
Herb Festival to be held at Moneta Farm
The annual Herb Festival at Moneta Farm and Home Center will be back again in this year, with the return of all of the events that have made the festival so special over the years. The festival will be held rain or shine on May 6 from 10:00 until … [Read more...]
10 Best Plants & Flowers to Use for Tea
There is nothing better than drinking a delicious cup of tea. Except, drinking a cup made from plants grown in your own garden. CONTINUE SOURCE: National Garden Bureau … [Read more...]
Potting soils and seed-starting mixes for your garden
All seed-starting mixes and potting soils are not created equally. Experienced gardeners generally have their favorites, while beginners may be at a loss as to what potting media to select. Read more: … [Read more...]