Gardening Tips

Holiday Gifts You Can Grow – How to Grow Amaryllis

How to Grow Amaryllis

Looking for a great gift to give this holiday season?

Believe it or not but it’s already time to start thinking holiday gifts. This is because, if we are going to grow our own holiday gifts to give away, we only have a few more weeks to plant them.

Amaryllis is a perfect holiday gift. It’s easy to grow, easy to plant, and stands out among other holiday decor. You will wow all your friends and family with this gift.

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How to Harvest Pumpkins for Best Results

How to Harvest Pumpkins for Best Results

Want a pumpkin that will last until Halloween?

How will I know if a pumpkin is ready to be harvested?

If you have been growing pumpkins it is likely that it is about that time to harvest. However, harvesting pumpkins isn’t always that easy. Today, we are sharing about how to harvest your pumpkins for best results.

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October Gardening Tips for the Southwest

October Gardening Tips for the Southwest

When is the best time to plant a fall garden?

Is it still a good time to plant trees and shrubs?

Fall is officially here. The leaves are changing and it’s time to plant trees and shrubs. It is also time to prepare your garden for winter. Read through the following list of tips for what to do in your yard this month in the Southwest Region of the United States.

October Gardening Tips

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Backyard Gardening – How to Grow Ornamental Kale

Backyard Gardening - How to Grow Ornamental Kale

Would you like to have color in your garden year round?

There is one thing missing from your fall garden. Sure your chrysanthemums are lovely and your pansies are delightful. However, no fall garden is complete without ornamental kale.

I’m sure many of you have heard of growing and eating kale for your health, but have you heard of growing kale because it’s actually really pretty?

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10 Top Fall Blooming Flowers

10 Top Fall Blooming Flowers

Would you like a fall garden oasis?

Fall is all about color. As a native to Michigan, we get one of the most beautiful fall shows. The landscape is ablaze with reds, yellows, purples, blues, and oranges dancing in the wind all season long. How can we bring that beautiful fall show home?

Today, we are sharing 10 of the top fall blooming flowers that could make the perfect addition to your fall garden oasis. Here are our top picks for fall color.

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3 Fall Vegetables to Fight Your Allergy Symptoms Naturally

3 Fall Vegetables to Fight Your Allergy Symptoms Naturally

Fall vegetables

Would you like to fight your seasonal allergies naturally?

I went to the doctor a few weeks ago, and she took one look at my blood test and said, “You are allergic to about everything outside right now.” I looked back at her with my blood shot eyes, running nose and itchy throat and said, “yep.”

I have been an allergy sufferer for years; truly I don’t remember a time in my life where allergies weren’t an issue. I have taken all kinds of allergy medications, but honestly I want to fight my allergies as naturally as possible.

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September Gardening Tips for the Northeast

Spring bulbs

Spring bulbs ready for planting

When should spring bulbs be planted?

It can be easy to think that there isn’t much to do in your garden when the cooler weather of fall arrives. However, so much of what you do today will benefit you in the spring. Take a look at the following tips to help create your monthly to-do list for September.

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