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Your Guide To Summer Flowers: The Rose Family

According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) the Rose family or Family Rosaceae has 582 genera offering a multitude of flowers with various characteristics to add depth and interest in any garden. Of the contents of the genus Rose L. this article will discuss several of the many species it contains. Many of these plants can be grown in containers, providing floral décor throughout the year.

10 Beneficial Birds For Garden Pest Control

Have a garden but hate dealing with pests? Birds can help out! Not only are these adorable creatures fun to watch and look at, they're also great for getting rid of insects and vermin that can damage your plants.

Composting Tips, Tricks & Hacks

Started composting already? Well, the plants, the soil, and the Earth thank you for it. But let’s up the composting game with a few well-placed hacks and tips!

 

The Glowing Ginkgo Tree: A Perfect Fall Choice

My neighbors have two beautiful ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) trees in their front yard.  Honestly, I didn’t really notice them until our first fall living here, when suddenly the trees and ground were covered in gorgeous golden leaves that seemed to glow in the autumn sunlight.  I quickly looked into these stunning trees to learn more about them.

Your Guide To Summer Flowers: Shasta Daisy

Shasta daisy is a member of the family Asteraceae ⁄ Compositae or Aster family of the genus Leucanthemum Mill. or daisy containing the species Leucanthemum ×superbum (Bergmans ex J.W. Ingram) Bergmans ex Kent. [maximum × lacustre] or daisy. The plant was cultivated in 1890 by Luther Burbank; by crossing a Japanese daisy with an American daisy he created the whitest flower in a garden that reflected moonlight and named it after the snow-capped mountain Mt. Shasta.

Medicinal Plants To Start In Your Fall Garden

Many folks get gardening on the brain as spring kicks in, but did you know that fall is a fantastic time to start or add to your medicinal plant garden?   Growing your own medicine is one of the more empowering things you can do while also adding a bit of beauty to your life.  

If you’re not sure where to start, no worries! Here are a few considerations on what to put in your medicinal plant garden…

 

How To Attract Ladybugs To Your Garden

Ladybugs are a gardener’s best friend. On top of being considered lucky, ladybugs are also great for getting rid of destructive pests like mites, scale, and aphids. Here's how to keep those cute little helpers around. 

 

Your Guide To Summer Flowers: Gloriosa Daisy (Black-Eyed Susan)

Gloriosa daisy is a member of the family Asteraceae or Aster family of the genus Rudbeckia L. or coneflower P containing the species Rudbeckia hirta L. or black-eyed Susan P. The plant  is native to several regions of lower North America and was used by several tribes as a medicinal herb.

Your Guide To Summer Flowers: Yarrow

Yarrow is a member of the family Asteraceae or Aster family of the genus Achillea L. or yarrow P, containing the species Achillea millefolium L. or common yarrow P. The plant is native to the northern regions of Asia and Europe and was introduced to the Americas by the first settlers.