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Christmas Cactus: The Ultimate Guide

by Kathy T.

Growing up, my Grandma’s house always fascinated me. She had a collection of porcelain dolls that took up the entire top floor of her home, two gigantic, bear-sized golden retrievers, an old school wood stove, and about a million cactuses in all her windows (cacti?). The prettiest ones were her Christmas cacti, which we got to see bloom when we visited for Christmas. They have beautiful pink, red, or purple blossoms, and are pretty easy to take care of. (Plus, they last forever. She had the same ones for years and years!) If you want a quirky new plant, consider getting one of these! Check out this post by Garden Therapy at Ebay Guides for tips:

-Make sure it is in a well lit room, but out of direct sunlight.

-Water every 2-3 days, or once a week

-Use cactus/succulent soil mix for potting soil

Photo Credit: Sheila Sund 

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Gorgeous Autumn Plants For Your Yard

by Kathy T.

Everyone knows that Fall means it’s time for mums and pumpkins- maybe some gourds if you’re a little out there. While they are gorgeous, that is so limited compared to the wide range of stunning Autumn flowers, bushes, and trees that are out there. For some out of the box Autumn planting ideas, check out this post by Kate Karam at Garden Smart:

Snow Queen Oakleaf hydrangea

Concorde Japanese barberry 

Chief Joseph Lodgepole pine 

Black Negligee Snakeroot 

Photo Credit: Sheila Sund

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Friday Fun Video: Flowers in Cold Weather

by Kathy T.

Follow these steps for a garden that flowers all year long!

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Friday Fun Video: Flower Arranging 101

by Kathy T.

Great tips! This is something I’ve never been good at, but now you can make gorgeous arrangements from your garden.

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Happy Labor Day!

by Kathy T.

Photo from Human Flower Project

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Friday Fun Video: Largest Flower Garden In The World

by Kathy T.

45 million flowers! This is absolutely incredible!

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Toughest Plants For Your Garden

by Kathy T.

I’m a huge fan of plants that take care of themselves. If it takes a lawnmower accident to kill it, I want it in my yard. I’m not so great at finding perfect soil, planting in certain areas, and remembering to use plant food and water. That’s why I love this post by Ann on On Sutton Place– here’s her list of the hardiest perennials to plant:

-Hosta- big, bouncy leaves

-Shasta Daisies

-Black Eyed Susans

-Coreopsis- lots of small, bright yellow flowers

-Clematis- a gorgeous purple climbing vine

Photo Credit: Christine Majul 

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Orchid Growing Tips

by Kathy T.

Orchids are some of the most beautiful, graceful, and most accessible flowers that you can plant. They’re very impressive looking, but are fairly easy to take care of. Orchids also make fabulous house plants, since they have air purifying properties, and they look great in any room, coming in shades of purple, red, pink, and white. If you are thinking of adding some orchids to your home, check out this post by Kathy Woodard at The Garden Glove for tips:

Moth Orchids – Phalaenopsis- these are less picky, and great for beginners. They prefer medium to bright light, watering every 10-14 days, and light fertilizer made for orchids. 

Dendrobium Orchids– They have the same basic requirements as moth orchids, but prefer a bright light for the best blooms. 

Cymbidium Orchids- are an easy care houseplant that enjoys bright light and a little more water than the other two… once a week, or even every 5 days when the air is dry.

Photo Credit: Rene Mensen 

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Best Smelling Plants For Your Yard

by Kathy T.

In my spare time, I have a few hobbies that I like to do. One is soap making! I love mixing together the oils and fragrances and additives (like flower petals, seeds, etc.) and creating something that I can use. Plus, it makes my house smell absolutely heavenly. My favorite scents are jasmine, gardenia, rose, and raspberry. But, you don’t have to be a soap maker to have a fabulous smelling home or yard. Some plants naturally freshen your air and add their nice fragrances to your home. Check out this post by Joy at Bless My Weeds for the best smelling plants you can get:

-Scented geraniums

-Jasmine

-Gardenia (I told you!)

-Sweet Bay

-Lavender

-Rosemary

-Lilac

Photo Credit: Anna 

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Awesome Morning Glory Trick

by Kathy T.

I love morning glories. When I was a kid, I thought they were magic, and I’d get up early to go see them open up. Kids will be astounded by them! They also smell beautiful and make a wonderful addition to any garden. If you are considering planting morning glories at your home, check out this idea at Much Pics. You plant them in a hanging basket until they are overflowing, then they will grow downward and create a stunning pillar of flowers and foliage. It looks amazing on any porch or deck. Try it out!

Photo Credit: Much Pics 

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