Instead of seeing your favorite plants suffer the fate of the curious claw, try growing plants especially appealing to cats, with attractive aromas, chemical curiosities and all-around interest for a cat on the hunt for your houseplants. Catnip This member of the mint family has earned its reputation as a favorite for cats. Although itsContinue reading “Plants to grow for cats”
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“Maximizing Your Garden’s Potential: Planting with the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map”
What is the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and how do you use it to help plant flowers? These 2 questions are asked frequently and I thought I could help answer these special questions before you start planting your plants/flowers this season. The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map is a tool used by gardeners andContinue reading ““Maximizing Your Garden’s Potential: Planting with the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map””
Attract beneficial insects to the Garden
How do I attract beneficial insects to my garden? Attracting beneficial insects to your garden can help control pest populations and pollinate your plants. Here are a few tips to attract them: Did you know there is a database to look up native plants that grow well in your area? You can use the https://www.nwf.org/nativeplantfinder/plantsContinue reading “Attract beneficial insects to the Garden”
Growing Violets
Growing violets is relatively easy and can be done both indoors and outdoors. Also these beautiful plants are packed with antioxidants! Here are some general steps for growing violets: By following these general steps, you should be able to successfully grow violets. Violet’s leaves are a traditional nutritive spring tonic, high in vitamin A andContinue reading “Growing Violets”
Tillandsia Air Plant
There are over 650 species of air plants, also known as epiphytes, belonging to the Tillandsia genus. These plants are called “air plants” because they absorb moisture and nutrients from the air rather than from soil, and they are often used in home decor and terrariums. In addition to Tillandsia, there are many other generaContinue reading “Tillandsia Air Plant”
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