Hi all! Thought I’d show you how things are growing outside so far! FINALLY getting some color! Crossing fingers for some rain again tonight. First bloom of my Asiatic lilies popped today! In another few weeks, they’ll be an explosion of color, can’t wait! My Kintzley Ghost honeysuckle is in full bloom and the bees …
I decided this is the year my tomatoes aren’t going to topple and sprawl all over the place! In the past I’ve used standard tomato cages, which always fail me, especially for indeterminate tomatoes that vine like crazy. I’ve seen some nice pre-fabbed square cages that fold up for easy storage, but I think everyone …
Hey plant peeps! I was working in my plant room today (our un-used upstairs living room) and thought I’d share some photos of what’s going on. Daylight Saving Time was this past weekend, which I have a love-hate for – takes some adjusting but the longer light in the evenings is the best! BRING ON …
Orchids have always intimidated me a bit. Last February though I scored some Valentine’s day clearance phalaenopsis, also known as moth orchids, at Aldi and Home Depot. I figured at the price they were it would be a good opportunity to give them a go. Since then, I lost two who’s roots were in rough …
Happy 2020 everybody! Its the classic “New Year Resolution” season, and here I am making a resolution. I’m getting back to the blog. Yes. Finally! When I started this blog, I had some pretty big aspirations for it. I think I had expectations of making it “successful”, and thought if I didn’t meet those expectations …
Oh my gosh where does time go? I’ll admit – I’ve been putting the blog on the back burner. It’s one of my busiest times of the year – outdoor garden and plant sale prep! But today I had a dentist appointment and my hygienist shares my love for plants, and our conversation got me …
Over the last few weeks, the seeds I planted have germinated and started growing – I can literally see growth on a daily basis, and its one of my favorite things about starting my own seeds! Check out my seed starting post here if you missed it! They are now to the point where they …
Well we’ve made it through the never-ending month of January, FINALLY! February is exciting because even though it feels like Spring is still an intolerable amount of time away, it really is just around the corner, and I can get started on some seeds for my 2019 gardens! With some seed starter mix, recycled containers, …
Coleus are a type of plant grown as an annual here in Minnesota / Zone 4 for their foliage rather than their flowers. They are a favorite of mine in the garden for a few reasons: They come in a rainbow of colors and patterns They have a wide range of height and growth habit …
Last month I posted about how to propagate succulents via cuttings – and it’s time for an update! Almost all of the cuttings have started to grow roots. One way to test if roots have started is to give a gentle tug on the cutting – if there is resistance, there are roots! I pulled …