Nothing ruins a peaceful moment in the garden faster than a swarm of buzzing pests. While store-bought sprays and candles can help, there’s a more natural—and beautiful—way to keep bugs at bay: planting insect-repelling herbs and flowers. Not only do these plants deter unwanted pests, but they also add color, fragrance, and beneficial properties toContinue reading “Naturally Bug-Free: Plant These Herbs and Flowers to Repel Pests in Your Garden”
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Blooming Beauties: How to Grow Petunia, Lantana, Trailing Geranium, and Verbena in Hanging Baskets
There’s something magical about a lush hanging basket spilling over with vibrant blooms. Whether you hang them from your porch, pergola, or shepherd’s hook in the garden, they’re instant mood-boosters. Four top choices for show-stopping hanging baskets are petunias, lantana, trailing geraniums, and verbena. Each brings color, texture, and long-lasting flowers—perfect for creating that overflowing,Continue reading “Blooming Beauties: How to Grow Petunia, Lantana, Trailing Geranium, and Verbena in Hanging Baskets”
🌸 Mother’s Day Garden Sale – 15% Off Everything! 🌸
Hey garden friends! Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the nurturing spirit of moms (and plant lovers of all kinds!) than with a gift that grows? Whether you’re shopping for your mom, a plant-loving friend, or even treating yourself, I’ve got something special blooming just for you! FromContinue reading “🌸 Mother’s Day Garden Sale – 15% Off Everything! 🌸”
🌸 How to Take Care of an Easter Lily Plant
Easter lilies (Lilium longiflorum) are those beautiful, trumpet-shaped white flowers that often show up around springtime, especially during Easter celebrations. They’re elegant, fragrant, and surprisingly easy to care for — if you know what they like! Let’s dive into how to keep your Easter lily happy and healthy. 🌞 Light Easter lilies love bright, indirectContinue reading “🌸 How to Take Care of an Easter Lily Plant”
🌼 What Bulbs to Plant in April for Summer Blooms
As the soil warms and spring fully settles in, April is the perfect time to dig in and plant summer-flowering bulbs that will bring vibrant color and joy to your garden during the hottest months of the year. These bulbs love the warming days and will reward you with show-stopping blooms in late spring throughContinue reading “🌼 What Bulbs to Plant in April for Summer Blooms”
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