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Clematis is the queen of climbing plants! Old man’s beard, Traveller’s joy, Virgin’s bower are some of the common names for this popular plant. Clematis vines are so versatile that they can be grown on walls, pergolas, frames, containers, or left to scramble through trees and shrubs. They come in so many different shapes and colors and … Read more
Bananas are beautiful exotic plants with lush green foliage that are fast-growing and can give a tropical look and feel to any garden or home. If you are a fan of exotic tropical plants like us and want to grow banana trees but don’t have enough space or live in a cold climate, you can opt … Read more
Dahlias are so versatile – they come in so many colors, sizes, and shapes! The size of the gorgeous dahlia flowers ranges from 1/2 inch to 12 inches and more. There are daisy-like single types and fully double types with intermediate forms such as collarettes and anemone types. Dahlias come in every color except blue. … Read more
No matter how proud you are of your beautiful garden and how much you want to show it to all of the world, you still need at least a little space that will provide some privacy when needed. With our DIY Patio Privacy Screen Ideas, you can host a dinner party on your porch, enjoy … Read more
Hydrangeas are one of the most popular perennial garden shrubs, mostly due to their mesmerizing big flowers in pink, white or blue color and nice foliage, even in autumn. They add a vintage charm to any garden. But they are not only beautiful but if you follow our Step-by-Step Hydrangea Care & Maintenance Guide, you’ll … Read more
Gardeners are ware! There are many common plants that are found in gardens all around the world, which can actually kill you. This sounds scary, we know, but trust us, many of the picture-perfect-looking flowers you are admiring every day are highly poisonous. We are not saying you should stop growing them, but being careful around … Read more
We are all aware of the irresistible fragrance of hyacinth, gardenia, iris, and many other popular fragrant plants that can easily turn our garden into a fragrant paradise. In fact, we have recently shared a list of our favorite, most popular fragrant plants every gardener should consider for making a scented garden. But 10 is a very … Read more
Who doesn’t want beautiful flowers in their gardens? They add color and life, but many of them also add intoxicating fragrance. These Fragrant flowers spread their scent from early spring till late summer, attracting many insects to our gardens. You can grow them in your garden, on your balcony, or even in containers – whatever you … Read more
Everybody loves cucumbers! They are so crispy and tasty, and homegrown cucumbers taste even better. You can easily grow them in your garden, greenhouse, or even in pots. Just choose the right variety for you and read our easy tips on growing them. Let’s start by sharing some basic facts about this popular veggie… Cucumbers … Read more
It is no wonder that farm-fresh foods are in demand. Everybody is trying to buy locally grown produce, which is better and more beneficial from the store-bought. More and more people opt for producing their own food by making urban farms or even rooftop gardens. If you don’t have the space to grow plants outdoors, … Read more