Do agave plants flower? – Epic gardening
There are many different varieties of agave. When you think of this plant, you may think of products commonly made with agave, such as…
17 Ornamental Grasses You Can Grow From Seed
Ornamental grasses are sometimes overlooked as a way to add interest, vertical texture, and romance to all types of gardens. From tall and…
7 benefits of snow in the garden
In some temperate climates, it is possible to garden outdoors, unprotected, year-round. In these areas it never or rarely snows. But for those…
I made a dragonfly pond!
At the end of August 2021, I installed a different type of garden: a water garden. I dug a hole in my backyard. It was six feet long, four and…
11 Ideas for a Spooky and Beautiful Goth Garden
Inspired by the spooky gardens of the Victorian era, goth gardens are making a huge comeback. These spaces emphasize their dramatic, moody,…
Welcoming mud wasps to the garden
Are mud painting wasps dangerous? At all!When I started making my garden more wildlife-friendly a couple of years ago, I never dreamed that…
Holly for the holidays
McLean Nursery is getting ready for a great Christmas decorating season! Hundreds of fluffy festive bows hang from the workshop ceiling and…
Succulent Pumpkin Centerpiece Made Easy
An easy-to-make centerpiece for your fall-themed table, using a beautiful pumpkin, can be prepared in half an hour. By integrating dried…
Favorite Salvias of a Garden Designer
With just over 1,000 varieties, Salvia is a huge genus of the mint family and comes in a dizzying array of colors, sizes and hardiness.…
Secretos para una buena cosecha de semillas
Las variedades de semillas superan con creces las variedades de trasplante que puedes comprar en primavera. A todo el mundo le gustan las…