Quiet corners deserve beauty too and these blooms bring color, texture, and life even where the sun rarely reaches. Bleeding Heart Zones 39, graceful arching stems with heart-shaped […]
Your Ultimate Planting Guide for a Year of Homegrown Food
Your Ultimate Planting Guide for a Year of Homegrown Food AvaHi there — I’m Ava, the creator behind Ava Garden Tips 🌿 I’ve always been passionate about plants, flowers, and the […]
When carved pumpkins sit out too long, they grow mold and bacteria that are toxic to wildlife. Raccoons, squirrels, and opossums often eat the leftovers and become sick with mold poisoning or digestive distress. 劣 To protect them: Remove carved pumpkins after a few days Compost or dispose of moldy ones safely Offer only fresh scraps if feeding wildlife intentionally A small cleanup can prevent unnecessary suffering. #PumpkinSafety #HalloweenCleanup #WildlifeAwareness
When carved pumpkins sit out too long, they grow mold and bacteria that are toxic to wildlife. Raccoons, squirrels, and opossums often eat the leftovers and become sick […]
These 9 Veggies Grow Perfectly in Containers If Sowed in August Great for patios, balconies & small-space gardens Best for USDA Zones 510 Heat-tolerant & fast-growing Ideal for 5-gallon buckets or grow bags What to Plant in August: 塞 Lettuce Thrives in partial shade, quick to mature 凌 Carrots Use short varieties like Thumbelina or Parisian 勒 Bush Cucumbers Compact and productive Peppers Bell and chili types love the heat 龍 Garlic Sow for spring harvest in warm zones 齃 Green Beans Fast-growing bush varieties are ideal Radishes Super fast, ready in just 34 weeks Cherry Tomatoes Dwarf types give quick rewards 復 Broccoli Choose early-maturing varieties for fall Tip: Use light, well-draining potting mix. Water early in the day to beat the heat.
These 9 Veggies Grow Perfectly in Containers If Sowed in August Great for patios, balconies & small-space gardens Best for USDA Zones 510 Heat-tolerant & fast-growing Ideal for […]
Identify the Bites: How to Recognize Common Insect Bites 1 Mosquito Bite: Puffy, light red bump that itches. Dont scratch! 2 Ant Bite: Small, bright red bump with burning sensation. Watch for blisters! 3 Tick Bite: Red with dark center bullseye. Painless at firstwatch for fever. 4 Bedbug Bite: Clusters of small red bumps, often itchy. Check your neck and arms! 5 Spider Bite: Red center with swelling. Painfulseek help if it worsens! 6 Bee Sting: Swollen welt with a puncture. Remove stinger and watch for allergic reactions. Tips: – Dont scratch! – Wash with soap & water. – Use antihistamines or hydrocortisone. – See a doctor if you experience fever or breathing issues.
Identify the Bites: How to Recognize Common Insect Bites 1 Mosquito Bite: Puffy, light red bump that itches. Dont scratch! 2 Ant Bite: Small, bright red bump with […]
Non-Invasive Perennials That Spread on Their Own 1. Coneflowers Echinacea Self-seeds moderately but not aggressive Easy to manage by removing seedlings 2. Black-Eyed Susan Rudbeckia Spreads by reseeding, but seedlings are easy to pull Not invasive 3. Daylilies Hemerocallis Clump-forming, expands gradually Easy to divide and control 4. Coreopsis Spreads gently by seed and clumping Not known as invasive 5. Sedum Stonecrop Spreads slowly and predictably Perfect for filling gaps without taking over 6. Perennial Geraniums Cranesbill types Spread in clumps but dont smother other plants 7. Lambs Ear Stachys byzantina Can cover ground, but is shallow-rooted and easy to pull back 8. Catmint Nepeta Grows outward but is easily trimmed and not invasive 9. Yarrow Achillea Note: spreads by rhizomes, so give space Not officially invasive but can be vigorousbest for large beds or contained areas Plants to Use Caution or Avoid Invasive Tendencies: Bee Balm Monarda spreads aggressively by rhizomes Creeping Jenny Lysimachia very fast spreader Ajuga can overtake beds Some Hostas multiply rapidly but are usually easy to control Lungwort can self-seed heavily in damp shade Tip: Even non-invasive spreaders can crowd neighbors over several seasons, so regular dividing and thinning keeps them tidy.
Non-Invasive Perennials That Spread on Their Own 1. Coneflowers Echinacea Self-seeds moderately but not aggressive Easy to manage by removing seedlings 2. Black-Eyed Susan Rudbeckia Spreads by reseeding, […]
Butterflies & Moths to Spot in September UK 曆 As the seasons shift from summer to autumn, different winged wonders appear in our wild spacesbringing a final burst of color before the cooler months arrive.
Butterflies & Moths to Spot in September UK 曆 As the seasons shift from summer to autumn, different winged wonders appear in our wild spacesbringing a final burst […]
Leaves Are Habitat, Not Trash! This fall, skip the rake-and-toss routine! 1. Winter Shelter: Fallen leaves and brush provide homes for butterflies, native bees, and other wildlife. 2. Natural Insulation: A layer of leaves protects insects and soil life from freezing temperatures. 3. Hidden Life: Many pollinators nest in flower heads or beneath leaf litterremoving them risks losing next years garden helpers. 4. Smarter Cleanup: Instead of bagging everything, leave some brush piles and logs to give nature safe spaces. By leaving the leaves, youre helping pollinators survive winter and return stronger next spring!
Leaves Are Habitat, Not Trash! This fall, skip the rake-and-toss routine! 1. Winter Shelter: Fallen leaves and brush provide homes for butterflies, native bees, and other wildlife. 2. […]
A Drop of Gold, A Lifes Work Just one teaspoon of honey is the result of 12 bees teamwork. Every drop is vital for life. Lets respect our bees!
A Drop of Gold, A Lifes Work Just one teaspoon of honey is the result of 12 bees teamwork. Every drop is vital for life. Lets respect our […]
Purple Perennials That Shine All Season Campanula Zones 38, cheerful bell-shaped blooms. Verbena Zones 711, attracts butterflies & bees. Delphiniums Zones 37, tall spikes of violet drama. Wisteria Zones 49, cascading blooms with fragrance. Salvia Zones 410, pollinator favorite, drought-tolerant. Lupins Zones 48, vibrant spires for cottage gardens. Monarda Zones 49, bee balm that pollinators cant resist. Phlox paniculata Zones 48, clusters of long-lasting blooms. Lavender Zones 59, fragrant purple waves all summer. Perfect picks for season-long color in beds & borders!
Purple Perennials That Shine All Season Campanula Zones 38, cheerful bell-shaped blooms. Verbena Zones 711, attracts butterflies & bees. Delphiniums Zones 37, tall spikes of violet drama. Wisteria […]