Category: Gardening

Autumn in the summer home garden, part 1

nourishfloustg October 19, 2024

October 19, 2024 When I told my gardening friends that I was planning to go to Denver in late September, many recommended I go to

Grow your Halloween garden with these spooky plants

nourishfloustg October 18, 2024

As garden season winds down and kids choose their Halloween costumes while imagining tricks and treats, there are some neat and spooky plants that can

44 perennials that should be divided and replanted in the fall

nourishfloustg October 18, 2024

I love growing perennials. This is because perennials require less maintenance. Plant it once and enjoy it every year. However, infrequent maintenance does not mean

My fall chores: finding the balance between nature and order

nourishfloustg October 17, 2024

Autumn is a magical time of year, with its beautiful light, artfully fading flowers, and subtle changes as the leaves change color. It’s the season

15 Trees Every Homesteader Should Plant

nourishfloustg October 15, 2024

As a self-sufficient subsistence farmer, you must keep in mind that trees will occupy the space for quite some time, so advance planning is required

Is plumeria toxic to pets? A guide for concerned dog and cat owners

nourishfloustg October 13, 2024

With its beautiful, fragrant flowers, plumeria trees are popular for garden and home decoration, especially in warmer climates. However, if you have a dog or

How to propagate fig trees using the fig pop technique

nourishfloustg October 12, 2024

Propagating fig trees (Ficus carica) by cuttings is a rewarding way to expand your fig collection and share popular varieties with others. One particularly efficient

The ultimate perennial guide

nourishfloustg October 11, 2024

This sedum adds welcome color to late summer borders Image: Sedum spectabile ‘Brilliant’ in T&M Perennials are beautiful and versatile plants that will fill your