title: “13 Perennialsvegetables And Fruit You Can Harvest For Years” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-19” author: “Jennifer Seay” title: “13 Perennialsvegetables And Fruit You Can Harvest For Years” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-26” author: “Karen Constable”
Watching feathered friends dart between feeders and preen themselves on perches is also one of the most enjoyable ways to feel connected to nature. ‘Encouraging birds to the garden is simple and anybody can do it, regardless of how much outdoor space is available,’ says Eric Michels, wildlife expert and Head of Pro at bird food specialist CJ Wildlife. Sadly, however, many gardeners are left feeling disappointed when feeders are underutilized, or are only visited by pests and more aggressive birds....
Container Gardening Those gardeners complaining about overwhelming backyard gardens might keep in mind that many folk don’t have any dirt to dig. This is especially true in urban environments. That’s one place container gardens fit the bill. Almost anyone has room for a few pots on the back porch, fire escape, or kitchen window sill. But container gardening can solve other issues as well. For example, those with clay or sandy soil in the backyard can avoid a lot of garden problems by planting a container garden instead....
If you’re wondering how to use no-till cover crops in vegetable gardens, just keep reading. What Is a No-Till Cover Crop? Cover crops are plants sown into soil after the ordinary growing season is over. These crop seeds, often a mix of grasses and legumes, sprout, grow, and produce biomass. They are then tilled into the soil to enrich it before the ordinary growing season. In no-till gardens, the cover crop is carefully selected so that it maximizes the benefits of cover crops....
When Do You Cut Back Mums in the Spring? Chrysanthemum hardiness varies depending upon the cultivar. This information can usually be found by conducting an online search of the specific variety being grown. Though most chrysanthemums are able to overwinter outdoors, gardeners with especially cold winter temperatures have found success overwintering the plant indoors in a cool place. To prepare the plants for winter, potted mums should be allowed to naturally slip into dormancy....
Spring is the best time to plant fruit trees that grow in Montana and other cold winter regions. The Great Plains and Northern Rockies are host to pears, plums, and other fruits with high chilling requirements. Plants like apricots may also thrive, but because they bloom early, frost protection is often necessary. Pomes like apples and pears are favorites in the regions due to their ability to withstand cold and light frost....
Knowing how to grow chamomile in a pot allows you to enjoy this tasty herb and its delicate aroma and flavor even if your outdoor space is limited. Grow it on a patio or balcony or even indoors. Many people also prefer to grow it in a container, as it reseeds and spreads readily; growing it in pots allows for more control. How to Grow Chamomile in Containers Chamomile grows well in containers....
It’s a curious fact that these native bushes are planted more frequently in European gardens than those in their native US. But you can help change that by installing bottlebrush buckeyes in your backyard. Read on for information about these stunning shrubs and how to take care of them. Bottlebrush Buckeye Care A relative of the horse chestnut, bottlebrush buckeye bush thrives in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 through 8, so it could grow easily in gardens in a wide swath of the country....
Lavender flowers add further appeal around the home through crafting ideas like scented sachets, wreaths and floral arrangements. Learning more about lavender seeds and what they require for growth can help improve healthy and fragrant lavender plantings. Here we show you how to master the timings for better lavender health, beauty and fragrance. When to Plant Lavender Seeds While many types of flower seed germinate readily, lavender germination time is known to be quite long....
Gardening in late summer might even be your most productive (and busy!) time of the growing season. Not sure where to start? Our late summer gardening tips will get you on track to completing those late-season gardening chores before the weather shifts and you head inside for some well-deserved rest. So follow our late summer gardening guide on what to do in your garden before fall arrives… Watch Out for These Late Summer Gardening Chores Late summer is the time to start the last round of crops for the growing season....
Can you prune trees in the winter? Can you prune shrubs in winter? Again, the answer is: Some, but not all. But don’t worry, it’s not too hard to understand which plants you can snip during the coldest months of the year – and which you should leave for later. Understanding Which Plants You Shouldn’t Prune in Winter Pruning garden plants is an important part of their required maintenance. However, in terms of the pruning basics, the ‘when’ is just as critical as the ‘how’....
Growing a Sci-Fi Garden Theme gardens are fun to create and enjoy. A theme garden might be focused on a certain color, a historic period, or even something macabre like poisonous plants. Here’s a unique idea to try: a garden full of otherworldly plants that look like only a science fiction writer could have thought them up. 8 Out of This World Sci-Fi Plants Whether you’re a sci-fi fanatic or just like the idea of unusual plants, this is a fun theme to embrace for an outdoor garden or houseplants....
Growing cucumbers is fairly easy provided you have nutrient-dense, well-draining soil, and a full sun location. There are many varieties of cucumbers you can grow in your home vegetable garden, with the option of slicing or pickling types. However, cucumbers can suffer diseases, pests, and cultivation issues like any crop. If your plant is looking a little sad, perhaps the culprit is one of these common issues. 1. Cucumber Beetles If your cucumber plant leaves are beginning to resemble Swiss cheese, it might be cucumber beetles....
Why Choose a Lawn Alternative? A micro prairie yard is just one way to create an alternative to a traditional turf grass lawn. But why should you replace your lawn? Turf lawns are fairly sterile environments with little to offer native wildlife. They do not provide food sources, shelter, or nectar for pollinators. Grass lawns that replace native ecosystems ultimately harm native species, including plants, animals, insects, and crucial pollinators. The main benefit of a lawn alternative is that it supports the natural environment and all the critters living in it....
But with each step through the aisles of plants, tools, soils and supplies, even an experienced gardener may become overwhelmed by all of the options. Plus, the presence of busy staff may create additional pressure to ask the right questions and make informed decisions. As a former garden center manager with 20 years of experience and an avid gardener myself with plenty of dirt under my fingernails, I understand the anxieties that can arise from both sides of the plant shopping experience....
Simple winter wreaths for the front door can make an impact throughout the coldest months of the year, or you could go all out and make a DIY natural holiday wreath to enjoy over Christmas and New Year. Want even more DIY decor ideas you can make over winter? Download our free ebook! Beautiful winter wreath ideas you can make In these projects we have given you guidance for making your own wreath from scratch, but alternatively you can skip making the base and add to a plain wreath with plants from your yard....
Most houseplants are tropical or desert in origin and are not winter-hardy. That means you must bring them back inside before any freeze is threatened – ideally before temperatures are consistently 50°F (10°C). Depending upon your USDA hardiness zone, begin this process at least a month before the date of the first expected frost. Winter is a rest period for most plants, so it’s important to give houseplants the best care as they move indoors, to get them ready for the transition....
Depending on the types of hedging plants you choose, a hedge can add another element to your garden: a delicious fragrance. When selecting plants for your hedge, consider the appearance and smell, but don’t forget practical factors. For instance, a deciduous plant will not provide privacy in winter, while an evergreen plant creates a year-round barrier. You might want to choose fragrant hedge plants native to your region, or a mixed privacy hedge to support wildlife....
What is the USDA Hardiness Zone Map First published in 1960 by the US Department of Agriculture, the hardiness zone map depicts the average annual minimum temperature for an area. The first map was divided into 10 zones with each zone representing a 10 degree (Fahrenheit) temperature range. For instance, the average annual minimum temperature for zone one is -50 to -60 degrees F. or -51.1 to -45.6 degrees C. Since that time USDA Hardiness Zone map changes have included the addition of zones 11-13....
Fall Care for Established Peonies Here are the three most important tasks gardeners need to do for peonies in fall to keep established plants happy: Cut Back Foliage Peony care in fall starts with the arrival of cooler weather. By this time, the plant’s foliage is probably already starting to deteriorate. Yellowing or spotted leaves are especially unattractive and often denote the presence of disease. By the first freeze of the season it’s likely that the plant’s foliage will have died back completely....
