Here are some new ornamental shrubs for 2026 to look for. These are dependable shrubs that tolerate cold winters with minimal fuss. These are great choices. FlowerFull® Smooth Hydrangea stands out for its heavy blooming habit, producing far more flowers…
The Legend of the Poinsettia started many years ago, in a small village in Mexico, where a young girl named Lucia lived. Christmas was approaching, and the whole village was excited. Families were bringing beautiful gifts to the church to…
Each year, All-America Selections Flower Winners trials new flower varieties across North America to identify those with the best bloom power, durability, uniform growth, and garden performance. These 2026 flower winners were selected for their exceptional color, compact habits, and…
In the garden this week, there are very few insects that eat the tomato fruit itself, but the tomato fruit worm is one. This brownish worm, also called the corn earworm, burrows through the fruit. Remove and throw away any…
This week in the garden, there is the coming of powdery mildew, which is a fungus that attacks many plants, including roses, lilacs, vining garden crops, etc. Several types of mildew are host-specific or attack many different plants. It shows…
Starting seeds indoors is a great way to get a head start on the growing season. With a simple setup and a little care, you can grow strong, healthy plants before moving them outside. First, choose your containers. I use…
The poinsettia is such an interesting plant with a rich history! It’s native to Mexico and Central America, where it’s been loved for centuries. The Aztecs called it Cuetlaxochitl and used it for practical things like making dye and medicine.…
According to statistics from the American Psychological Association, 74% of older adults say that they are stressed. Stress is connected to many adverse health outcomes, so this figure proves that seniors must take steps to reduce stress in their lives.…
Hey there, spice enthusiasts! The much-anticipated hottest pepper list of 2023 has finally dropped, and it’s not for the faint of heart. If you’re an advanced gardener or an adventurous cook, these insanely hot peppers might be just your thing.…
While waiting for the snow to melt, I made a round on the backyard fence to make sure it was still up and there were no holes in it for the skunks to sneak in. Magdelin, the 5-month pup, does…
2023 All American Flower Selection Winners are: Coleus Premium Sun Coral Candy is the first AAS Winner for a coleus. A compact plant with coral and green serrated leaves is great for containers. Holds its colors well in sun but…
All American Selections of 2023 winners are judged on toughness, disease resistance, and uniqueness from many varieties. Here are the vegetable winners: Starting with Pepper Cayenne Wildcat F1 a cayenne pepper with thicker walls than other varieties. Produces a sweet,…
Is that wood deck looking old and rough going into winter? It might be time now to refresh the look of your tired deck by staining or painting. Staining is by far the easiest method to use. Stains come in…
There is nothing like using wood when you are grilling. Wood cooking goes back to the stone age. Now it has become an art. Using different types of woods gives different flavors to what you are cooking or smoking. Like…
I am getting a few evergreen questions with similar problems. My tree is an arborvitae that is turning brown on the south side. What is happening? It may be winterburn in evergreens. The fancy term is winter desiccation. A lot…