How to harvest & store pumpkins
Harvest & store pumpkins and gourds Harvest your pumpkins when the vines are dry, and fruit is an even deep orange or characteristic color of the variety. The rind should be hard and not easily…
Butterfly garden
Butterfly garden plants Butterfly gardens are very popular because they attract an assortment of butterflies. The key to attracting butterflies is to provide them with plants where they can lay their eggs and feed on…
Deadheading
Deadhead your flowers What is deadheading? Deadheading is removing dead or spent flowers off your plants. This keeps your flower bed fresh looking and well manicured throughout the season. It is important to deadhead for…
Shamrock plant (Oxalis)
History of the Shamrock The earliest reference to the shamrock was in the 5th century when St. Patrick used the shamrock to explain the Trinity to the Druids. There is no proof that this really…
Cut roses care
How to care for cut roses If someone special gives you roses, here are care and handling tips so you can enjoy your roses longer. Fresh roses can last for 10-14 days but improper care from the grower to…
