The Benefits of Keeping Chickens in Your Garden Gardening with chickens, yes it is possible. Everyone knows that chickens are great for providing us with eggs and making delicious dishes, but did you know that keeping chickens in your garden is actually good for it? Yes, chickens are not only practical and fun to have…
If you’re looking to add some pizzazz to your garden this year, why not try growing rose campion (Lychnis coronaria)? Rose campion is a stunning, eye-catching flower with bright pink petals and silvery foliage. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase after clicking a link I may make a small commission…
You can grow climber roses in pots—and with the right care, they’ll flower and bloom beautifully! If you’re dreaming of a rose garden, but don’t have the space for it, don’t give up hope. You can still enjoy the beauty and fragrance of roses without having a garden. Just grow climber roses in pots! You…
Growing roses is not as complicated as many seem to present. You just need to know a few tips and tricks and I share them here! Growing roses in your garden are no more difficult than any other shrub. Why grow roses? Roses come in hundreds of varieties and can make any outdoor space more…
The top 10 at Flower Patch! Were you curious about what everyone seemed to love the most here at Flower Patch the past year? Maybe not but I do love to look back and see what resonated with my readers. My blog is not just some helpful gardening advice or dry facts. It is the…
How to Plant a Succession of Summer Flowers Are you plotting your summer flower garden in the cold of winter or has spring sprung and it’s time to get planting? If you want a garden that will bloom all summer long, you need to learn the art of succession planting flowers. Succession planting is a…
If you’re new to gardening, you might think that the key to a thriving garden is to fertilize, fertilize, fertilize. Just stop, Regenerate the Soil instead! Why do we need to learn how to regenerate soil instead of fertilizing it? Today we will touch on a few things about a better way to garden for…
Bamboo is a beautiful, tough plant that can add a touch of a lush tropical vibe to any space. While bamboo is often associated with warmer places, it can actually be grown in almost any climate. And best of all, bamboo is very easy to care for. In this blog post, I will show you…
Do you want to add a touch of the tropics to your home or office? Alocasia Polly aka African Mask plant is the answer. If you’re new to houseplant care or to this plant, you may be wondering how to care for Alocasia Polly. This plant is fairly straightforward to care for, but there are…
How to Care for Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus Moscheutos). Perennial or Hardy hibiscus are large, showy perennials that produce beautiful flowers in shades of pink, red, and white. Hardy hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos) are easy-to-grow perennials that produce lusciously large, exotic flowers from midsummer to fall. They’re a good choice for beginning gardeners because they’re relatively low…
Grow Hibiscus from Seed! Nothing is more gratifying than watching a plant you’ve grown from seed come into bloom! In this post, we’ll show you how to grow hibiscus from seed so you can enjoy these gorgeous blooms for years to come. This is hardy or perennial hibiscus, not tropical hibiscus. Often referred to as…
Do you love growing easy, bright flowers that not only smell great but also attract pollinators in the summer? Monarda aka Bee Balm is perfect for you. Growing Monarda Bee Balm is rewarding for everyone including beginner gardeners. In this blog post, we will discuss everything you need to know about growing monarda in your…
If you’re looking for a beautiful, easy-to-care-for flower to add to your garden, look no further than Phlox Paniculata also known as Garden Phlox. Phlox Paniculata is a hardy perennial perfect for any landscape and can be planted in just about any soil type. Here are some great tips for planting tall Phlox (pronounced Flocks)…
Did you know that plant growth stimulants can be a game-changer in the garden? Many gardeners don’t even know what they are so let’s start with basic info. First, you need to know that plant growth stimulants are not a fertilizer or plant food. They provide an organic element that influences healthy growth. Stimulants can…
Looking to add some beautiful petunias to your garden this year? Why not try growing petunias from seed? It can be a fun and rewarding experience, and it’s a great way to save money, too. In this step-by-step guide, we will show you how to grow petunias from seed easily and successfully, this includes Wave…
Several easy ways to overwinter your geraniums aka pelargoniums successfully. Overwintering your geraniums is a great way to save money. Want to overwinter your geraniums (aka: pelargoniums)? Today I am sharing some easy ways to keep your zonal geraniums alive over winter. Though if you like to grow them as annuals and don’t mind replacing…
Propagate Dahlias from Cuttings, a great way to get more for free. Fill in a large bed with Dahlias and keep to your budget. I love Dahlias, and in this post, I show you how to propagate dahlias from cuttings! It is quick and easy. Propagating your favorite plants is an easy and budget-friendly way…
Epsom Salt for plants is a garden myth I have wanted to debunk for a long time. It is not the wildly beneficial fertilizer everyone claims but it can cause much more harm than good. This article will explain why you should not use Epsom Salt in your home garden! Epsom Salt for plants has…
Sow your seeds in Fall to get a jump start on many perennial and biennial plants. Get a gorgeous garden next Spring for less money. Do you want to get flowers earlier in the Spring? Do you want to save money on plants but still have a lot of them? If you do then select…
Are you looking for a hardy, friendly, and productive addition to your chicken coop? Look no further than Barred Rock Chickens! This breed has been around for centuries and is a favorite for a very good reason. Let’s take a look at why Barred Rock Chickens are so popular. I love this friendly, hardy bird…
What You Need to Know about Raising Happy, Healthy Chickens Are you thinking of raising chickens in your backyard? Congratulations! Not only do chickens make great pets and provide delicious eggs, but they are also a fun and rewarding hobby. This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase after clicking a link I…
If you’re looking for a pet chicken that is low-maintenance, friendly, and incredibly productive, then look no further than an Isa Brown. Often touted as the “perfect” chicken breed, Isa Browns are intelligent, adaptable birds that make excellent pets and backyard chickens. Let’s take a closer look at why this breed of chicken is so…
Different types of Bees. We all know that they’re important for pollinating our flowers and food crops, but when we spot one buzzing around the garden, how can we tell which type it is? This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase after clicking a link I may make a small commission…
How to winter sow yarrow for a lot of plants to put out into your garden. I show you how easy it is. Today you will learn: Winter can be a long and dreary season for gardeners, I know I struggle with the dark days of winter. With the cold temperatures and snow, it can…