Peppers are warm-season veggies, meaning they need the right temperatures to thrive. Pepper plants prefer daytime temperatures between 70 and 80 degrees and night-time temperatures around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. These temperatures vary between different pepper varieties. For example, chilies can withstand daytime temperatures up to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Does this mean you can’t grow peppers in …
Mandevilla (mandevilla splendens), also known as rocktrumpet, is a tropical vine that makes a perfect addition to any outdoor space during the summertime. The plant grows anywhere from 8 to 20 feet long and is suitable for pots and hanging baskets alike. Its eye-catching red, pink, yellow, or white flowers bloom from late spring into …
The Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii) is one of the most popular holiday plants due to its wide range of colors, ease of growth, and long-lasting blooms. These plants can last ten years or longer with proper care and maintenance. So it pays to learn more about their growth habits, watering needs, and general care requirements …
With different opportunities available, gardening does not have to stop once the cold comes knocking! One such gardening opportunity in the wintertime is growing mushrooms in bags, although this can take place throughout the year as well. Mushrooms are known to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer effects. Their full of vitamins B and D, phosphorous, …
Snow mold is every gardener’s nightmare! No one wants their beautifully manicured, vibrant green lawn to get moldy patches over winter. This mold can leave patches on your lawn as big as three feet across! What’s worse, you might not know your lawn is suffering from this mold until the snow melts in the spring. The …
This is the season for snowflakes, mittens, and jingle bells, but don’t forget your plants in between. Temperatures are dropping, and a new set of plant care concerns come with that cold weather. Plants are just as susceptible to extreme weather conditions as humans are. Scorching summers and freezing winters can damage plant life, making …
Butterfly Bush is a hardy perennial that is a garden favorite due to the riots of color it produces. It is a deciduous shrub that blooms stunning, vivid flowers in the warmer months and goes dormant during winter, dropping all its leaves. The cold-hardy plant can easily survive outside down to zone 5 and up …
Fall is a wonderful time for frolicking, but it’s also time to get to work making sure your perennials are ready for winter! The colder months bring snow and ice to many regions, so how can you make sure your plants hold up? Taking a few extra steps in the fall and in early winter …
With temperatures dropping and winter well on its way, gardeners are avidly preparing outdoor plants for winter. Everyone wants to make sure their garden is healthy when spring arrives so there needs to be a plan. Though garden plants tend to get the spotlight when it comes to winter prep, it’s important not to forget …
Winter is on the horizon, so it’s time to start thinking about how best to prep your plants for the cold. Whether your outdoor plants are in the ground or in pots and planters, there are some things you can do to help them survive until next spring. Understand Your Growing Zone The conditions in …