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How Many Gardeners Does It Take to Trim a Tulip Bulb?
It’s not rocket science, y’all. Trimming and storing your garden bulbs is necessary for garden upkeep, and it’s easier than you think! Here’s what you need to know about trimming and winter storage to keep those beauties blooming brightly next year and the year after…
8 Fabulous Summer Flowers That Bloom All Season Long
Obviously, we love all flowers, but if they only last a few short weeks, it’s kind of a buzzkill! If you want long-lasting color, choose repeat-flowering, easy-care varieties that bloom all through the summer season. That way, you can enjoy the spectacle all through patio…
My Milkweed Brings All the Bees to the Yard: Building a Pollinator Garden
Sorry Kelis, but bringing all the boys to the yard seems a bit ambitious. A much more reasonable goal would be to bring all the bees, butterflies, and birds to the yard—no milkshakes required. All you have to do is plant a pollinator garden! Attracting…
3 Floral Decor Ideas for Easter Celebrations
Easter is all about the sugary sweet pastel colors—they’re so optimistic and cheerful! Instead of following tradition and decorating with plastic eggs and bunnies, we’ve got an alternative that’s far more stylish but just as festive: spring flowers. Whether you want to decorate indoors or…
7 Colorful Spring Plants to Get in the Ground Now!
Spring is the perfect time to get your plants in the ground. The soil temperature is still cool, so your plants’ roots won’t get shocked by a sudden shift to warm temperatures. Plus, you’ve got a long growing season ahead, so you can enjoy their…
The History Of Mother’s Day
The earliest Mother’s Day celebrations we know of were ancient Greek spring celebrations in honor of Rhea, the mother of the gods. But those were in honor of one particular mother. England’s “Mothering Sunday,” begun in the 1600’s, is closer to what we think of…