No caterpillars = no butterflies 曆 Its that simple. Let them grow. Plant native host plants. Skip the pesticides. 曆 Watch the magic happen. AvaHi there — I’m Ava, […]
Trim These Perennials in September for Healthier Growth & Bigger Blooms Next Spring 1 Peonies Zones 38 Cut foliage to ground level. Dispose of leaves to prevent fungal disease. Stems: cut 12 in. 2.55 cm above soil. 2 Hostas Zones 39 Wait until leaves turn mushy after frost. Cut foliage to 2 in. 5 cm from crown. 3 Daylilies Zones 39 Trim spent foliage to 46 in. 1015 cm. Remove dead leaves for tidier beds. 4 Bee Balm Zones 49 Cut stems to 4 in. 10 cm. Dispose of trimmings prevents mildew. 5 Tall Garden Phlox Zones 48 Cut stems to 23 in. 58 cm. Remove diseased foliage. 6 Bearded Iris Zones 310 Trim to 6 in. 15 cm. Cut leaves into a fan shape. 7 Lavender Zones 59 Light trim only. Remove faded flower stems. Leave 23 in. 58 cm green growth. 8 Yarrow Zones 39 Cut stems to 23 in. 58 cm. Remove flower stalks after bloom. 9 Black-Eyed Susan Zones 39 Option 1: Cut to 34 in. 810 cm. Option 2: Leave seed heads for birds. 10 Spike Speedwell Zones 38 Cut back to basal foliage low rosette. Leave 12 in. 2.55 cm. 11 Globe Thistle Zones 38 Cut stems to 23 in. 58 cm. Remove seed heads to prevent spreading. When to Cut By USDA Zone Zones 35: After first frost late SeptOct. Zones 67: Mid to late fall, before collapse. Zones 89: Slightly earlier; focus on tidying & disease prevention.
Trim These Perennials in September for Healthier Growth & Bigger Blooms Next Spring 1 Peonies Zones 38 Cut foliage to ground level. Dispose of leaves to prevent fungal […]
Each leaf tells a story of the seasons change bright, brief, and beautiful. Elm Serrated edges and golden hue Maple Classic red lobes of autumn fame Birch Small, bright yellow with fine teeth Oak Deeply lobed, turning bronze to russet Ginkgo Fan-shaped and pure gold Gum Tree Smooth, wine-red and glossy Poplar Heart-shaped, glowing lemon-yellow Japanese Maple Delicate crimson stars Aspen Round, golden leaves that flutter like coins in the wind
Each leaf tells a story of the seasons change bright, brief, and beautiful. Elm Serrated edges and golden hue Maple Classic red lobes of autumn fame Birch Small, […]
9 plants that naturally help prevent weeds in your garden: 1. Creeping Thyme forms a dense, fragrant groundcover. 2. Ajuga Bugleweed spreads quickly and chokes out weeds. 3. Sedum Stonecrop low-growing and covers soil tightly. 4. Clover fills gaps and improves soil while crowding weeds. 5. Periwinkle Vinca minor evergreen groundcover that smothers weeds. 6. Pachysandra great for shady spots, forms a thick mat. 7. Lambs Ear soft, silvery leaves spread across soil. 8. Sweet Woodruff delicate but tough in shade gardens. 9. Hosta broad leaves block sunlight, reducing weed growth.
9 plants that naturally help prevent weeds in your garden: 1. Creeping Thyme forms a dense, fragrant groundcover. 2. Ajuga Bugleweed spreads quickly and chokes out weeds. 3. […]
September is the perfect time to refresh tired perennials and get them ready for next year. Irises Zones 39 Divide rhizomes for stronger blooms. Daylilies Zones 39 Split clumps for more flowers. Hostas Zones 38 Replant for fuller shade beds. Coneflowers Zones 39 Boost growth and pollinator appeal. Phlox Zones 48 Prevent overcrowding & mildew. Peonies Zones 38 Move now for next years bloom. Shasta Daisies Zones 49 Revive old clumps. Sedum Zones 39 Hardy, easy to transplant. Asters Zones 48 Ensure a fuller fall and spring show. Divide now, double the color later!
September is the perfect time to refresh tired perennials and get them ready for next year. Irises Zones 39 Divide rhizomes for stronger blooms. Daylilies Zones 39 Split […]
Bee Flies Natures Cutest Pollinators Why Gardeners Love Them: 笠 Fuzzy & Adorable They look like flying plush toystiny, fluffy, and harmless! Tiny Pollination Heroes They help flowers bloom by transferring pollen as they sip nectar. Bee Look-Alikes, But Safer They mimic bees to stay safebut they dont sting. All charm, no harm! Hover Like Pros These little acrobats hover mid-air like hummingbirds while feeding. Where You Might Spot Them: Bee flies are commonly found in sunny gardens, meadows, and near wildflowers during spring and summer.
Bee Flies Natures Cutest Pollinators Why Gardeners Love Them: 笠 Fuzzy & Adorable They look like flying plush toystiny, fluffy, and harmless! Tiny Pollination Heroes They help flowers […]
Lilac First Emotions of Love These delicate blossoms symbolize pure, innocent love and the promise of lasting bonds. A timeless flower for new beginnings and heartfelt connections. #LilacMeaning #FloralSymbolism
Lilac First Emotions of Love These delicate blossoms symbolize pure, innocent love and the promise of lasting bonds. A timeless flower for new beginnings and heartfelt connections. #LilacMeaning […]
Early autumn planting helps shrubs establish strong roots before winter.
Early autumn planting helps shrubs establish strong roots before winter. AvaHi there — I’m Ava, the creator behind Ava Garden Tips 🌿 I’ve always been passionate about plants, flowers, and the […]
Turtles arent canvases. Their shells are living tissue. Protect them never paint, glue, or decorate. It might look like decoration, but its deadly. Paint blocks vital sunlight the shell needs to stay healthy. Turtles breathe through their shells paint disrupts this process. Toxic chemicals seep in, causing infections and organ damage. Many turtles die slowly from what seems like art. #TurtleConservation
Turtles arent canvases. Their shells are living tissue. Protect them never paint, glue, or decorate. It might look like decoration, but its deadly. Paint blocks vital sunlight the […]
These 11 hardy flowers spread quickly, fill in gaps, and naturally crowd out unwanted weedswhile keeping your garden vibrant and low-maintenance. Bonus: Most are pollinator-friendly and drought-tolerant!
These 11 hardy flowers spread quickly, fill in gaps, and naturally crowd out unwanted weedswhile keeping your garden vibrant and low-maintenance. Bonus: Most are pollinator-friendly and drought-tolerant! AvaHi […]