Long-Blooming Purple Perennials for Season-Long Color Reliable bloomers that keep gardens vibrant from late spring through fall. Campanula Zones 38 Full sunpartial shade Bell-shaped blooms for weeks; perfect […]
蝹 Create a Habitat Tripod for Birds & Pollinators! Turn a simple tripod into a wildlife sanctuary in your garden! Designed for Australian gardens Zones 811. 1. Purple Hardenbergia – Climbing plant that feeds Common Grass-blue caterpillars. 2. Fairy-wrens – Find shelter in the low cover. 3. Banksias – Attract Eastern Spinebills with nectar-rich blooms. 4. Climbing Guinea Flower – Draws native bees for pollination. 5. Red-browed Finches – Forage at the base on native grasses. A tripod provides food, shelter, and protectionperfect for a thriving wildlife-friendly garden!
蝹 Create a Habitat Tripod for Birds & Pollinators! Turn a simple tripod into a wildlife sanctuary in your garden! Designed for Australian gardens Zones 811. 1. Purple […]
Turn Tree Stumps into Flower Masterpieces Petunias Overflowing from a wide hollow stump perfect for big, bold blooms in sunny spots. Marigolds Golden mounds on a flat-topped stump bright and bee-friendly all season long. Impatiens Spilling gently from a cracked stump shade-loving and full of color. Begonias Packed into a natural hollow lush, vibrant blooms for any rustic corner. Geraniums Neatly planted in a carved-out stump classic charm in every bloom. Lobelia Trailing from a tilted stump cool blues cascading beautifully over the edge.
Turn Tree Stumps into Flower Masterpieces Petunias Overflowing from a wide hollow stump perfect for big, bold blooms in sunny spots. Marigolds Golden mounds on a flat-topped stump […]
Not all bees are the same! From the fluffy Garden Bumblebee to the hardworking Red Mason Bee, each type plays a role in keeping your garden buzzing. Some pollinate early crops, some prefer wildflowers, and others live underground or in cozy cavities. Next time you spot a bee, look closeryou might just meet a rare garden guest!
Not all bees are the same! From the fluffy Garden Bumblebee to the hardworking Red Mason Bee, each type plays a role in keeping your garden buzzing. Some […]
When & How to Prune Hydrangeas for Big, Beautiful Blooms! When to Prune: Bigleaf macrophylla prune after blooming late summer Panicle paniculata prune in late winter or early spring blooms on new wood Oakleaf quercifolia prune after flowering in summer blooms on old wood Smooth arborescens prune in late winter or early spring blooms on new wood How to Prune: 1. Remove dead or damaged stems 2. Thin older branches for airflow 3. Cut back healthy stems by for stronger growth Give each type the right trim, and theyll reward you with a burst of flowers!
When & How to Prune Hydrangeas for Big, Beautiful Blooms! When to Prune: Bigleaf macrophylla prune after blooming late summer Panicle paniculata prune in late winter or early […]
Harmful Garden Bugs: Know Your Plant Enemies 1. Cabbage Worm: Green caterpillars that love cabbage, broccoli, & kale. 2. Aphids: Tiny sap-suckers causing curled, yellowing leaves. 3. Colorado Potato Beetle: Destroys potatoes, tomatoes, & eggplants. 4. Cutworm: Nighttime feeders that slice seedlings at the base. 5. Mexican Bean Beetle: Looks like a ladybug but skeletonizes bean leaves. 6. Tomato Hornworm: Big and fast; they can strip tomato plants quickly. 7. Earwig: Destroys flowers, fruit, and young leaves in numbers. 8. Slug: Leaves slime trails and shredded greens. Natural Pest Control Tips Hand-pick bugs Use neem oil or insecticidal soap Try companion planting Invite natural predators birds, ladybugs, wasps Keep your garden thrivingknow your pests and act early!
Harmful Garden Bugs: Know Your Plant Enemies 1. Cabbage Worm: Green caterpillars that love cabbage, broccoli, & kale. 2. Aphids: Tiny sap-suckers causing curled, yellowing leaves. 3. Colorado […]
Add graceful motion, texture, and four-season beauty these hardy perennials feed birds, shelter pollinators, and shine even under snow.
Add graceful motion, texture, and four-season beauty these hardy perennials feed birds, shelter pollinators, and shine even under snow. AvaHi there — I’m Ava, the creator behind Ava Garden Tips 🌿 […]
Fresh food, even in small spaces! 1-gallon basil, cilantro, thyme, lettuce, spinach 3-gallon peppers, strawberries, kale, cherry tomatoes 5-gallon tomatoes, lettuce, cucumbers, carrots, peppers 10-gallon squash, cucumbers, beans, broccoli, cabbage 15-gallon potatoes, peas, corn, tomatoes, watermelon
Fresh food, even in small spaces! 1-gallon basil, cilantro, thyme, lettuce, spinach 3-gallon peppers, strawberries, kale, cherry tomatoes 5-gallon tomatoes, lettuce, cucumbers, carrots, peppers 10-gallon squash, cucumbers, beans, […]
Oregano: Tiny Leaves, Mighty Benefits No fussjust natures power packed into one herb. 1 Anti-Cancer Ally Shown to slow colon cancer cell growth Benefits linked to consistent, moderate use 2 Natural Anti-Inflammatory Helps reduce chronic inflammation Supports heart and bone health over time 3 Strong Antibacterial Properties Carvacrol Thymol: compounds known to fight pathogens Oregano essential oil is used to sanitize foods naturally 4 Antioxidant Shield Rich in rosmarinic acid Helps your immune system resist oxidative stress Nutrient Powerhouse Vitamins A, B, C, E, K Minerals: calcium, magnesium, potassium 綾 In the Kitchen: Perfect in stews, salads, sauces, herbal teas & meat marinades. One herb, many uses and every pinch supports your well-being naturally.
Oregano: Tiny Leaves, Mighty Benefits No fussjust natures power packed into one herb. 1 Anti-Cancer Ally Shown to slow colon cancer cell growth Benefits linked to consistent, moderate […]
How Long Until You Harvest Fast-Growing Crops Ready in Weeks! Tomato 6090 days Great for beginner gardenersjuicy and versatile! 勒 Cucumber 4570 days Fast-growing and perfect for fresh salads. 凜 Potato 90120 days Underground growers that surprise you at harvest! Corn 90120 days Sweet and satisfying, a summer staple. Watermelon 70100 days Perfect for warm seasons and backyard gardens. Mid-Term Harvest Crops Banana 912 months Tropical goodness worth the wait! Pineapple 1824 months Sweet, spiky, and needs patiencebut oh so rewarding. Long-Term Investment Fruits 省 Mango 35 years A tropical treasure with a long payoff but juicy rewards. 陋 Avocado 36 years depends on variety & grafting Avocado toast takes time to growbut its worth every bite! Plant Today, Harvest Tomorrow WellAlmost! Gardening teaches us patience, and these timelines are here to help you plan ahead. Whether youre after a quick harvest or ready to commit to long-term fruit trees, every seed planted is a step toward self-sufficiency.
How Long Until You Harvest Fast-Growing Crops Ready in Weeks! Tomato 6090 days Great for beginner gardenersjuicy and versatile! 勒 Cucumber 4570 days Fast-growing and perfect for fresh […]