Jordan Tyler Quinn Farkas 
If you’re thinking about planting pink muhly, you need to know about the best species to plant alongside/nearby your ornamental grass as well. What are the best companion plants for pink muhly grass? Coneflowers, petunias, sunflowers, verbena, asters, blue sage, and aronia are a few of the very best companion plants for pink muhly grass. … Read more
This blooming perennial grass is a beautiful ornamental plant for your lawn and garden, with its large feathery plumes of pinkish purple flowers. Why is my pink muhly grass not blooming? Your pink muhly grass may not be blooming for a handful of common reasons including too much water, not enough light, poor pruning, overfertilization, … Read more
Pink muhly grass is a relatively fast-growing ornamental grass that puts off beautiful pinkish purple plumes each fall. How fast does pink muhly grass grow? Pink muhly grass grows at a rate of approximately 12 inches per year. Most mature pink muhly reaches heights of at least 36 inches within the first three years after … Read more
Pink muhly grass is one of the United States’ loveliest perennial grasses, but it doesn’t really enjoy the cold. Does pink muhly grass survive winter? Pink muhly grass easily survives the winter in US states located within the growing zones 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11. In zones 1 through 5, pink muhly may … Read more
Planting and maintaining cedar trees for privacy is a great investment for those who prefer natural barriers like trees and shrubs over fences or retainer walls. How can I use cedar trees for privacy? Cedar trees may be planted closely 2 to 3 feet apart, creating natural barriers like hedgerows, or spread 5 to 10 … Read more
Mandevilla is a tropical/sub-tropical genus of flowering vine that belongs to the Apocynaceae family. They are five-petaled beauties that bloom on vines that grow vigorously each year. You need to know when and how to prune Mandevilla if you want to plant/grow it. How to prune Mandevilla? The most straightforward way to prune a Mandevilla … Read more
Mandevilla is a gorgeous perennial vining flower species with origins in the tropics and subtropics. With the right conditions, they grow at a rather moderate rate. How fast does Mandevilla grow? Outdoor Mandevilla plants grow rather quickly; between 10 and 15 feet in just one growing season. Mound-like Mandevilla, on the other hand, typically grown … Read more
Planting peppers is a favorite pastime for gardeners (and salsa lovers) worldwide, but things don’t always go right. Sometimes your peppers turn purple! Why are my peppers turning purple? Your pepper plants may be turning purple because it is part of their natural ripening process, they are extra rich in iron, low in nutrients like … Read more
Hydroponic strawberries are some of the biggest, most colorful, and tastiest strawberries you can get your hands on. But, is hydroponic produce organic? Are hydroponic strawberries organic? Strawberries grown in hydroponic systems are just as capable of being organic as strawberries grown in the ground/soil. The biggest factor that helps determine whether or not strawberries … Read more
Growing healthy and productive banana pepper plants isn’t just about fertilizing and watering properly, or picking the right location to plant them. You also need to know how far apart to plant banana peppers to reap maximum yields. How far apart to plant banana peppers? For the best results, banana pepper plants should be planted … Read more
Fava beans are a culinary treasure around the world. They are packed in protein, aid weight loss, and fit well into many recipes. But, if you want to have homegrown fava beans in your recipes, you need to know how to grow and harvest them. When to harvest fava beans? The best time of the … Read more
Basil is one of the top companion plants in the world. There is no question about it. You can read our article about everything you need to know about basil companion plants here. That said, not all plants benefit from basil’s protective powers and essential oils. Read on below and discover 25 helpful answers to … Read more
Mandevilla is a beautiful vining flower of a tropical/subtropical genus, but something their leaves turn yellow. Why are my Mandevilla leaves turning yellow? Your Mandevilla leaves may be turning yellow for a number of natural reasons. Some of the main reasons include watering problems, light issues, not enough airflow, being planted in the wrong location, … Read more
Morning glories have beautiful trumpet-shaped flowers and heart-like leaves, giving them a gorgeous appearance that is just as noticeable to other species as it is to humans. Do hummingbirds like morning glories? Humans are not the only species that adore the sweet-smelling pink, purple, blue, white, and magenta-colored blooms of morning glories; hummingbirds are highly … Read more
Arborvitae is often thought of as easy-to-grow, and perhaps even unkillable. The truth is, as tough as the species may be, it isn’t any more invincible than the next tree or shrub. Can you overwater arborvitae? Unfortunately, as with most species that require water, arborvitae can indeed be overwatered. The species get by with much … Read more
Accidents happen. Sometimes we overwater our plants. How do I fix an overwatered rubber plant? The first step to fixing an overwatered rubber plant is to dry the soil or growing medium out. The second step is deciding whether or not it needs replanting into drier soil. Once your plant is in dry soil again, … Read more
Do you have some hydroponic nutrients left over from your last hydroponic growing operation and are wondering if you could use them outside in the garden to fertilize your soil-based plants? The question is perfectly natural, and valid, so let’s have a look! Can you use hydroponic nutrients in soil? Hydroponic nutrients provide all the … Read more
Do you have extra basil in your hydroponic growing system, or are wandering in general about starting basil plants hydroponically and then transplanting them into soil? If so, keep reading! Can you plant hydroponic basil in soil? If done with care, you can remove healthy hydroponic basil from your growing system and plant it in … Read more
So you’ve decided to try your hand at caring for Philodendrons, but you’re not sure if they attract bugs or not. Read on below for the long answer, covering everything you need to know about whether or not Philodendron attracts bugs or not! Are Philodendrons Attract to Bugs? Philodendrons aren’t known as a plant that … Read more
Mandevilla plants are beautiful flowering vines that require a site less water than many similar tropical and sub-tropical species. But, how often to water Mandevilla, exactly? Mandevilla plants generally require an inch or so of water weekly. In hotter climates, Mandevilla benefits from two weekly waterings, rather than just one. The waxy coating on their … Read more
Flowers like Bee Balm, Daylilies, and Inpatients are known the world over for their ability to attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. But what about beautiful vining flower species like Mandevilla and Dipladenia? Do Mandevilla and Dipladenia attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees? Mandevilla and Dipladenia are well-known species for attracting pollinators of all shapes and sizes. … Read more
Diplandenia and Mandevilla are two different yet highly similar blooming vine flower species that are often mistaken for each other. But, are they deer resistant? Read on below and find out! What Does It Mean Deer Resistant in Plant? When a plant is deer resistant, it does not become bulletproof, or tooth and hoove proof … Read more
Philodendrons are gorgeous houseplants with tropical origins that are amazingly simple to care for. But, how well do these exotic beauties do in the bedroom, away from bright light? Read on below and discover the truth about how well Philodendrons do in the bedroom! Is Philodendron Good for Bedroom? Philodendron is a great houseplant to … Read more
Hydroponic plants grow with their roots submerged in or exposed to a mixture of water, liquid nutrients, and oxygen. But, what happens when hydroponic plant roots grow bigger than what’s necessary (or healthy)? Can you trim roots in hydroponics? Roots can and should be trimmed in hydroponics when and if they get too large for … Read more
Hydroponics is a soilless gardening method that requires an inert growing medium, like LECA, Coco coir, or lava rocks. Can you use lava rocks for hydroponics? Lava rocks are a common choice for a stand-alone hydroponic growing medium because they are extremely porous, organic, pH neutral, retain water, are easy to handle, and are readily … Read more
Philodendrons are one of the most popular houseplants, for many reasons including that it’s so easy to care for. But, why is it that sometimes Philodendrons grow thin and spindly, rather than lush and healthy to look? Why is my philodendron leggy? Your philodendron is leggy because it lacks proper lighting. If your Philodendron is … Read more