The soil should drain well and not remain soggy, especially in containers. It should also be moderately fertile to promote best growth. Amend poor soil with ready compost before planting. When to plant petunias It is easiest to buy young plants from a nursery that sells petunias in apartments. Look …

Lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis) is a forest plant, much appreciated for its fragrant summer flowers. Its low spreading habit also makes it ideal for growing as a ground cover plant. Lily of the valley thrives in a moist, shady spot and gradually spreads to form dense clumps of …

Traditionally, lofts are former industrial buildings turned modern apartments. They often feature high ceilings with exposed pipes, beams, and brick walls. A true loft was a building created for an industrial purpose. However, newer complexes are also mimicking the look and feel of lofts to meet the rental demand.

Planting in the cool spring is generally more successful than fall planting Plant clematis in pots anytime after the last spring frost and before the first fall frost. How to plant clematis Dig a planting hole that is about 2 to 3 times the width of the root ball and …

Barringtonia is a large salt-tolerant tree commonly associated with coastal areas and originates from the region extending from tropical Africa, through India, to Southeast Asia, Australia and the Pacific. It is typically 10 to 15 m (30 to 50 ft) tall and develops a short trunk with a low-branching structure, …

Planting a container filled with foliage and flowers is so much fun, but you may be wondering what it takes to create the beautiful container combinations you see around the community. Why does one arrangement grab your attention while others fall flat? And what makes a crowded bunch of unrelated …

Rock Garden Design Building a rock garden is not difficult at all. In fact, it’s basically just a bunch of low-growing plants nestled into a clipping, although they can vary depending on the space. The best way to create a rock garden design is to take a look at Mother …

The real trick to achieving a complete upgrade to your home’s look? Find the right combination of elements below that will work for you. Some of these suggestions will definitely work on their own; some are more powerful when working with other ideas. You might find that doing one of …

The soil should drain well and not remain soggy, especially in containers. It should also be moderately fertile to promote best growth. Amend poor soil with ready compost before planting. When to plant petunias It is easiest to buy young plants from a nursery that sells petunias in apartments. Look …

Soak the amaryllis bulbs for a few hours to hydrate the roots and speed up the growth process. Fill a pot with compost and place the bulb on top – don’t use a pot that’s too big: amaryllis do best when pot-bound. Fill with compost and water well. Leave your …