Gardening

Are your raspberry bushes looking overgrown and tangled? It might be time to give them a good pruning. Pruning raspberries is in the spring an important part of maintaining healthy plants and maximizing fruit production. In this article, we’ll go over the basics of how to prune raspberries in the spring to keep your bushes…

Drying mint is an easy way to save your fresh herb and enjoy its flavor all year long.  You can dry mint by air-drying, using an oven, or a food dehydrator, depending on what you have at home.  Each method helps keep your mint’s taste and aroma so you can use it in teas, cooking,…

Peonies are one of the most beautiful perennial flowers you can grow in a cottage garden. Their large blooms, sweet fragrance, and long lifespan make them a favorite for flower beds and cut flower gardens alike. But over time, peonies can become overcrowded, leading to fewer blooms and weaker plants. Dividing peonies helps rejuvenate older…

If you’re looking to transplant raspberries, you’re in the right place. Transplanting raspberries can be a great way to give your garden a fresh start and help your raspberry plants thrive. Whether you’re moving your raspberries to a new location or just want to give them a better chance at success, this article will provide…

Imagine a garden filled with the sweet scent of citrus and the constant hum of happy pollinators—that’s the magic of bee balm. While it is a cornerstone of the best bee garden ideas, this hardy perennial can be surprisingly finicky if you don’t know its specific quirks. From the frustration of powdery mildew to the…