Latest articles by Susan Albert
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Propagation of Plants Tests PatienceClick here to learn which plants and methods I find easiest as well as the plant I find hardest to propagate.
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DIY Pumpkin Candy Dish: Make A Pumpkin Candy Dispenser For HalloweenWant to make a self-serve candy dish for your trick-or-treaters this year? Read on for some fun and creative options from the garden.
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How To Revive A Peace Lily Drooping After RepottingLearn how to repot and revive a droopy peace lily when it needs a new home.
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Garden Themed Workout: Ways To Exercise While GardeningTending the garden and landscape benefits mental health and contributes to physical activity to stay healthy. Click here for garden-themed workouts.
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Growing Degree Day Information – Tips For Calculating Growing Degree DaysWhat are Growing Degree Days? Growing Degree Days (GDD) are a way researchers and growers can estimate the development of plants and insects during a growing season. You can learn more about the importance of Growing Degree Days in this article.
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Is Milkweed Plant Poisonous To Pets, People And Livestock?Butterflies love and depend on milkweed, but the plant is toxic to other animlas. Learn about how to use it responsibly.
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Pest Insects In The South U.S. RegionClick here to learn about some common pest insects in the south U.S. region.
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Full Sun Plants For Sandy Soil - Growing Full Sun Sand PlantsIf you live near the coast, you probably have a hard time gardening. The dilemma can be overcome, however, by choosing plants that like full sun and sand. Read on for more.
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Russian Garden Design Ideas – Growing Russian Garden PlantsRussian dacha gardens are something to be admired. They provide more than half of the Russia’s food supply, and they do it without pesticides, tractors, tillers or animals. Read on to learn more.
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Declutter With A Minimalist GardenIf cluttered spaces make you claustrophobic, try designing a minimalist garden. Defined by hardscape and understated planting, you can create a more austere atmosphere for a calm and serene garden environment.
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Heat Tolerant Plants For South-Facing WallsA south-facing wall can be too hot for many plants, but some beautiful ones thrive in the heat. Read on for more info.
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Common Garden Pests That Emerge After RainA swarm of bugs after rain is not what dreams are made of, but here is a rundown of some of the garden enemies that thrive on moist soil and wet weather.
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Birds Eating Sunflower Leaves In The GardenMysterious damage to your sunflowers’ leaves could be from hungry lesser goldfinches. Learn why.
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5 Fragrant Groundcover PlantsAdding fragrant groundcover plants to a special nook in the garden or a walkway can add a punch of “wow” when passersby catch the aroma. Click for more.
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Cineraria Blue Daisy Info – How To Grow Blue Daisy PlantsCineraria blue daisy is a bold colored perennial in the aster family. Click her to get more information about this flower.
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Standing Cypress Info – How To Grow A Red Texas Star PlantStanding cypress, a native wildflower and hummingbird magnet, makes a colorful addition to any garden. Click here for more info.
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Decorative Flower Garden Edging IdeasFlower bed edging helps prevent erosion by containing the soil and mulch when it rains. It also adds an aesthetic appeal. Read on for more.
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Texas Full Sun Plants And FlowersThere are lots of colorful and showy plants that can thrive and bask in the intense heat of the Texas sun. Here are some ways to enjoy color in your yard when it’s searing hot.
