HOME & GARDEN
plant of the month
plant of the month
plant of the month
The best spot to plant dahlias is in gardening containers. This is because you can grow them anywhere, such as in your house, on your patio, and even transplant into a window box.
Like several other flowers on this list, Dahlias are prone to garden pests. Unlike other flowers garden pests like squirrels, deer, and rabbits will eat bulbs, flowers, and even the plant itself.
landscaping Tips
plant of the month
plant of the month
Adding flower beds and foundation plantings to your front yard may be your first thought. It’s a traditional way to landscape your front yard and a great place to start, adding beauty and attracting birds, butterflies and more to your yard.
Make sure planting beds work with your home layout. Smaller homes look best with compact beds.
My Little Hacks
plant of the month
My Little Hacks
Here is one more of those great gardening tips for you.
Have you been eyeing a new plant for your yard, but are not sure if it will survive?
Check out the link below.
It will tell you what hardy zone you are in.
Very simply, this number will tell you what and what NOT to grow.
HOME & GARDEN
what to plant this month
Bulbs: Amaryllis is a popular plant for the holiday season. It can be forced to bloom now or planted outdoors for spring blooms
- Plant hardy perennials and water them in well.
- If you’ve been thinking about planting citrus trees, November is a great time to get those fruit trees in the ground.
THINGS I WISH I KNEW BEFORE I STARTED GARDENING
LEARN YOUR ZONE!!
Learning your planting zone is extremely important when planting because it directly determines which plants will survive and thrive in your local climate, allowing you to select species that can withstand the average winter temperatures in your area, preventing unnecessary plant loss and ensuring a successful garden; essentially, it's the key to choosing plants that will flourish where you live.
GARDENING TIPS
Grow vegetables in a location that gets at least 8 hours of direct sunlight every day. Most vegetables need full sun to produce the best harvest. Try growing cool season crops such as lettuce, spinach, radishes, and cabbage if you have some shade. Some plants flower in response to day length.
compost tips
One of the easiest and most beneficial gardening tips to prepare for the upcoming season is using a composter. Not only is composting easy and fun, but it’s an effective way to add nutrients to your garden
tHINGS I'M LEARNING ABOUT lANDSCAPING
To edge a lawn or garden bed, place a wooden board (2”x6“ or a similar size, reused is fine) on the ground. Hold it in place with one foot and drive a spade along the board’s edge. For small spaces, you can also cut along the board with a soil knife. Move the board as needed.