Plant Care

Want bigger dahlia blooms on longer, stronger stems? Discover the ins and outs of disbudding dahlias with this guide! Disbudding might sound like a complex gardening term, but it's a …

Find out why are your dahlias aren't blooming in your garden and learn effective ways to encourage those gorgeous flowers to show themselves! Dahlias are one of my favorite plants …

Keep your dahlias blooming longer by removing the spent flowers. I'll show you how to deadhead dahlias so your plant produces more buds! Dahlias are one of my favorite flowers …

Learn how to deadhead snapdragons and keep them blooming all summer long! I'll show you when and how to cut them back for more flowers! Snapdragons are beautiful and vibrant …

Learn how to save and store ranunculus corms for next season! I'll show you how to dig them up, clean them and store them so they don't rot! Ranunculus are …

Learn how to fertilize impatiens for constant blooms all summer long! This guide includes fertilizing techniques and my recommended brands. Impatiens are a great way to add pops of color …

Discover the benefits and best practices of companion planting for asparagus, boosting your harvest and controlling pests naturally! Would you like some help in the garden? If so, consider letting …

Discover the differences between seed starting mix vs potting soil to kickstart your garden's growth. Learn which is right for your seeds and plants! It's the start of a new …

Primroses are a cheerful addition to your spring garden. But what do you do when the flowers fade? Learn how to deadhead primrose here! Primroses are one of the earliest …

Learn how to pinch out dahlias for more blooms! Follow these simple steps for stronger stems and double the flowers. Nothing stops people in their tracks quite like dahlias. They …

Learn my tips and tricks for how to transplant sweet peas from their pots or seed trays into the garden successfully! There's a reason why you don't usually see sweet …

Discover the importance of well draining potting soil, how to make your own mix, and tips for choosing the best options for healthy plants. As a gardener, you know that …

Discover how to care for tulips after they bloom, including when to deadhead spent flowers and cut back foliage, so they come back next year! Tulips are my favorite flower, …

Learn what to do with daffodils after they bloom, including when to deadhead and cut back foliage, so they come back year after year! Ah, the delight of daffodils in …

Want to know what to do with crocus after blooming? I'll let you know when to cut back crocus and how to prepare for next season's flowers. There's something magical …

Here's how to pinch snapdragon seedlings to encourage branching and more flowers, and how to propagate the cuttings for even more plants! If you grow snapdragons from seed, eventually you'll …

Pinching sweet pea seedlings is an easy way to get more blooms per plant! I'll show you how to pinch sweet peas to encourage branching. Growing sweet peas from seed …

Pruning hellebores gives the plant space for new growth and cleans up the spent leaves. Here's how to prune hellebores (and when to do it!) Hellebores, also known as Lenten …

Get step-by-step instructions on how to prune spirea. Learn the difference between spring and summer blooming spirea (and when to prune them!) Spirea is deciduous shrub that will grace your …

Growing plants in grow bags is similar to any other container. But consider these things before you sow those seeds or plant those plugs! There are plenty of benefits (and …

Why use drip irrigation instead of sprinklers or hoses? Compare the pros and cons of drip irrigation to help you decide if it's right for you! Tired of dragging out …

Want to learn how to prune a Japanese maple, but don't know where to start? This tutorial will help you create a healthy, beautiful tree! The weeping Japanese laceleaf maple …

Learn how to divide ferns correctly so you can add more of these shade loving plants to your garden without spending any extra money! In the Pacific Northwest, ferns are …