Latest articles by Teo Spengler
-
Beware! These 5 New Types Of Pests Could Plague Your Garden This Summer
Just when you thought you had seen the scariest garden pests, along come five new troublemakers. Swot up on these new types of pests so you know what to expect
-
8 Best Herbs To Grow For Pollinators: Support Bees, Butterflies & More
Herbs are not only delicious in our kitchens, they are also a great source of food for our local pollinators! Learn which herbs to plant for the most benefit.
-
Grow Seeds For Garden Birdies: 7 Bird Seed Plants For A Garden You & The Birds Will Love
Cheap birdseeds are messy and may be filled with seeds that birds won’t eat. All too often, budget birdseeds contain noxious weed seeds that may take over your garden. Who needs that?The solution? Grow you own birdseed! This article will help get you started.
-
Grow Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea Shrubs: Try Vanille Fraise Hydrangeas For Sweet Blooms Every Summer
For a dreamy shrub that brings soft color variations and long lasting visual interest, grow a Vanilla Strawberry hydrangea. Here’s how to care for Vanille Fraise shrubs
-
Common Nevada & California Backyard Birds Western Gardeners Should Know
Birdwatching in your own yard can be fun and rewarding. Check out these common Nevada and California backyard birds and have your binoculars at the ready!
-
How And When To Transplant Hydrangeas So They Survive & Thrive In A New Location
If transplanting hydrangeas is on your to-do list, you're in luck! Our garden experts will walk your through step-by-step how to move hydrangeas to a new home.
-
How To Grow A Shirley Temple Peony – For A Touch Of Sweetness In Your Spring Garden
'Shirley Temple' peonies add delicate refinement to any yard. Their beautiful double blooms and gradually changing color are sure to charm.
-
Grow These Eye-Popping Purple Hydrangea Varieties For A Lively On-Trend Tonal Treat
From subtle indigo to rich violets, a purple hydrangea captures the imagination and adds elegance and verve to borders. Here are some of the finest purple bloomers
-
Strawberry Plant Not Producing Fruit? Here’s 6 Reasons Why – Plus, How To Boost Your Berries
A strawberry plant not producing fruit is understandably frustrating. If you’re puzzled by the lack of strawberries on your plants, it’s time to take action with this checklist
-
Best Blue Hydrangeas: Stunning Blue Hydrangea Varieties For A Sapphire-Studded Garden
Whether you’re a mophead or a lacecap lover, blue hydrangea varieties present breathtaking profusions of cool, lush floral displays. Here are 5 of the best to try
-
8 Noteworthy Native Azaleas Every Gardener Should Know – And Grow!
Native azaleas offer brilliant blooms in a range of colors and sizes. Here are a few favorites to get inspired and start working on a native shade garden!
-
How To Grow Mophead Hydrangeas For Summer Blooms That Make Your Garden Shine
Mophead hydrangeas are the quintessential shrub. Their beautiful blooms add whimsy and elegance to any garden. Here's everything you need to know to grow them.
-
Pruning Limelight Hydrangea Bushes For Bigger Blooms & Stronger Plants
Pruning 'Limelight' hydrangea will benefit the shrub. Flowers will be more bountiful the next year and branches will be stronger. Learn how and when to prune.
-
How Much Sun Do Roses Need To Grow? Understanding Rose Light Requirements
Discover how much sunlight your roses really need to grow strong, bloom beautifully, and stay healthy all season long.
-
Do You Want Fruit Trees That Like Wet Soil? Try These Fruits That Can Deal With Damp Spots
Certain fruit trees are better able to adapt to damp spots – and some fruits thrive in wetter conditions. Try these 5 easygoing, prolific and tasty fruit trees that like wet soil
-
Bird Feeding Essentials: Why Feeding Matters, Plus Food Tips To Attract Birds To Your Backyard
Feeding birds brings pleasure, but make sure you consider the pros and cons, the best things to feed birds, and smart gardening tips to keep birdies safe and happy
-
10 Easy, Breezy Meadow Flowers & Grasses For A Magnificent Low-Maintenance Landscape
Choosing the right meadow flowers and grasses will help you create the luxurious garden of your dreams. Explore some of my favorites.
-
Looking For Blue Garden Design Inspiration? Try These 8 Plants For A Super Cool Garden
Embrace some of the coolest flowers and foliage around with blue garden design, as we reveal the design ideas and plants that can add a fresh new look to your space
