李 15 Vibrant Orange Flowers for Your Garden! Brighten your space year-round with these stunning orange blooms! Heres a quick guide to some favorites: 1. Black-eyed Susan: Biennial, […]
May is the month to fill gardens with life and color Marigold brings bright cheer and pest protection Tomatoes promise juicy summer harvests 勒 Cucumbers and squash spread abundance across beds Corn and pumpkins stretch tall under warming skies Melons sweeten the season with every bite 塞 Beets root quietly, adding depth and richness to the soil A month of planting that gives back all season long
May is the month to fill gardens with life and color Marigold brings bright cheer and pest protection Tomatoes promise juicy summer harvests 勒 Cucumbers and squash spread […]
9 Perennials to Plant This Fall for Early Spring Blooms! Plant now for vibrant color when the snow melts! Fall planting allows roots to establish for early blooms next year: 1. Creeping Phlox carpets of pink, purple, and white. 2. Bleeding Heart heart-shaped flowers in part shade. 3. Hellebores Lenten Roses that bloom in late winter. 4. Iris classic spring flowers; divide & replant rhizomes now. 5. Lungwort speckled leaves with pink-to-blue blooms. 6. Columbine delicate flowers loved by hummingbirds. 7. Pasque Flower one of the earliest to bloom, with fuzzy buds. 8. Primrose bright color for shady spots. 9. Virginia Bluebells soft blue clusters that naturalize beautifully. Plant in fall Roots settle over winter Flowers greet you in spring!
9 Perennials to Plant This Fall for Early Spring Blooms! Plant now for vibrant color when the snow melts! Fall planting allows roots to establish for early blooms […]
A simple pile of sticks and branches can become one of the most valuable habitats in your garden.
A simple pile of sticks and branches can become one of the most valuable habitats in your garden. AvaHi there — I’m Ava, the creator behind Ava Garden Tips 🌿 I’ve […]
12 Best Herbs for Pots & Containers Easy, space-saving, and perfect for fresh harvests at home. Basil Annual; loves frequent trimming; ideal for Italian dishes. Mint Thrives in pots to prevent spreading; fragrant & pollinator-friendly. Thyme Hardy perennial; drought-tolerant with lemony aroma. Rosemary Woody Mediterranean herb; prefers dry soil. Parsley Biennial; grows from cuttings; shade-tolerant. Sage Fragrant perennial; pest-deterrent; drought-tolerant. Oregano Strong flavor; bushy habit; great for Italian cooking. Marjoram Milder than oregano; easy to grow & maintain. Chives Onion-like flavor; quick turnover; edible blooms. Dill Tall & feathery; perfect for pickling; pest-deterrent. Lemon Balm Mint family; mild lemon flavor; best contained in pots. Cilantro Hardy annual; grown for leaves & coriander seeds.
12 Best Herbs for Pots & Containers Easy, space-saving, and perfect for fresh harvests at home. Basil Annual; loves frequent trimming; ideal for Italian dishes. Mint Thrives in […]
September is the ideal time to refresh your perennials for next year! Tips for dividing plants: – Irises Zones 39: Strengthen blooms by dividing rhizomes. – Daylilies Zones 39: Split clumps for more flowers. – Hostas Zones 38: Replant for fuller shade. – Coneflowers Zones 39: Enhance growth and attract pollinators. – Phlox Zones 48: Prevent overcrowding & mildew. – Peonies Zones 38: Move now for blooms next year. – Shasta Daisies Zones 49: Revive old clumps. – Sedum Zones 39: Hardy and easy to transplant. – Asters Zones 48: Ensure a vibrant fall and spring display. Divide now, double the color later!
September is the ideal time to refresh your perennials for next year! Tips for dividing plants: – Irises Zones 39: Strengthen blooms by dividing rhizomes. – Daylilies Zones […]
Give beneficial insects a safe place to live, nest, and thriveall while supporting your gardens health! Zones: 49 adaptable with local plants natural materials. Bamboo tubes & drilled logs nesting sites for Mason & Leafcutter bees. Pinecones & bark winter shelter for Ladybugs. Straw bundles & reeds hideouts for Lacewings. Leaf litter & sticks habitat for beetles & fireflies. Native flowers nearby Milkweed, Coneflower, and Goldenrod keep pollinators well-fed. An insect hotel adds year-round biodiversity, turning your garden into a thriving ecosystem. 曆
Give beneficial insects a safe place to live, nest, and thriveall while supporting your gardens health! Zones: 49 adaptable with local plants natural materials. Bamboo tubes & drilled […]
Heres how to handle stings from the most intense insects on the Schmidt Pain Index: Bullet Ant Pain Level: 4 – Symptoms: Intense burning, muscle spasms, nausea – Relief: Cold compress, antihistamines, pain relievers – Duration: 1224 hours Warrior Wasp Pain Level: 4.0 – Symptoms: Deep throbbing pain, swelling – Relief: Soap and water, hydrocortisone cream – Duration: Up to 2 hours; swelling may last longer Tarantula Hawk Pain Level: 4.0 – Symptoms: Electric jolt; temporary paralysis – Relief: Rest, cold compress – Duration: 35 minutes of intense pain; soreness for days Paper Wasp Pain Level: 3.0 – Symptoms: Burning, red welt – Relief: Clean area, ice, anti-inflammatory if needed – Duration: 3060 minutes; swelling may last hours Honey Bee Pain Level: 2.0 – Symptoms: Sharp pain, visible stinger – Relief: Remove stinger, wash area, baking soda paste – Duration: 1530 minutes; swelling fades in hours Yellow Jacket Pain Level: 2.0 – Symptoms: Sharp sting; may sting multiple times – Relief: Ice pack, antihistamine for itching – Duration: Pain fades within an hour; swelling in 12 days 林 Tip: Watch for allergy signs like difficulty breathing or hivesseek immediate care if they occur!
Heres how to handle stings from the most intense insects on the Schmidt Pain Index: Bullet Ant Pain Level: 4 – Symptoms: Intense burning, muscle spasms, nausea – […]
The Hidden Cost of Elephant Rides Elephants spines arent designed for carrying people. Rigid saddles and multiple passengers lead to: Painful abrasions Tissue damage Chronic back pain Permanent spinal deformities Veterinary studies confirm these injuries are common. Lets respect elephants for who they are, not what they can carry. #WildlifeConservation #ElephantWelfare
The Hidden Cost of Elephant Rides Elephants spines arent designed for carrying people. Rigid saddles and multiple passengers lead to: Painful abrasions Tissue damage Chronic back pain Permanent […]
9 Fruits That Grow In Shade To Fill Even Tricky Corners Of Your Yard With Luscious Edibles: Gooseberry Ribes uva-crispa Zones 46 Sweet-tart midsummer fruit that thrives in cool, well-drained soil. Muscadine Grape Vitis rotundifolia Zones 69 Southern native vine producing juicy late-summer grapes. Pawpaw Asimina triloba Zones 59 Shade-loving native tree with creamy, tropical-tasting fruit. Acerola Cherry Malpighia emarginata Zones 1012 Tropical cherry rich in vitamin C; ideal for containers in partial shade. Raspberry Rubus idaeus Zones 39 Fast-fruiting canes that tolerate light shade and yield delicate berries. Blackberry Rubus fructicosus Zones 49 Thornless, shade-tolerant varieties flourish in organic soil. Lowbush Blueberry Vaccinium angustifolium Zones 36 Woodland native preferring acidic soil and cool climates. Hardy Kiwi Actinidia arguta Zones 38 Cold-tolerant vine with smooth-skinned, bite-sized kiwis. Serviceberry Amelanchier canadensis Zones 49 Early-spring blossoms followed by sweet, edible berriesexcellent for partial shade.
9 Fruits That Grow In Shade To Fill Even Tricky Corners Of Your Yard With Luscious Edibles: Gooseberry Ribes uva-crispa Zones 46 Sweet-tart midsummer fruit that thrives in […]