There are a few tools that help us understand weather patterns and predict critical temperatures for planting, namely the USDA Hardiness Zone map and the Average Last Frost/Freeze dates. The USDA Hardiness Map shares data on what the average coldest temperature is, which is key for selecting ...
Kelly, I’m officially planting my Peonies now. You have inspired me. My husband tells me I have ‘peony-envy’ because whenever I see them blooming I whine about not having any in our yard. I’ve been putting it off because of other outdoor projects that I would like to do first,...
Planting Lilacs thrive in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil (at a pH near 7.0). If your soil is in poor condition, mix in compost to enrich it. (Learn more aboutsoil amendmentsandpreparing the soil for planting.) Choose or prepare a site that drains well. Poor...
Gardens are spaces that invite slowing down, and doing so might do them good. Debater (ENTP) Nonconformist, even in their own gardens, Debaters love pushing limits. If they live in Zone 5, don’t expect them to shy away from planting something known to thrive in Zone 6 or Zone 7. ...
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this is your only real chance to do this. And if you’re hiring someone to do your planting for you, insist they do the same. I have seen many trees and shrubs die within months of planting because no one took the time to break up the root-bound pattern. Even though the plants wer...
Water deeply at the time of planting. Once the plants are about four inches tall, thin them to 8 to 12 inches apart. Another great way to plant corn is the Three Sisters method traditionally used by Native Americans for millennia. The “three sisters” are corn, beans, and squash, three...
While you can amend the soil when you are planting each individual plant, I find that it works better in the long term to dig up the entire area where you want your flower bed to be. For the best results, you’ll want to dig down at least 12 inches. ...
Winter crops are a definite possibility in Zone 9 and warmer. Plant beets in early to late fall for a winter harvest. How to Plant Beets We prefer to sow beets directly in the garden so that we don’t have to disturb their roots. However, beets—unlike many root crops—do generally to...
You can use it as an unusual landscaping tree or grow it along an edge or wetland border. These trees are easy to grow but do have some limitations and won’t be the best option for every landscaping project. If you’re looking for a moisture-loving, small tree that is uniquely differe...