by Keri Byrum | Jul 28, 2023 | Around Our Yard, DIY Garden Projects
It rarely happens that we are 100% happy with how a project turns out. But my new raised bed garden is a dream come true! It sounds a little crazy, but sometimes having so much space can be intimidating. This raised bed garden is a combination of nine raised beds in a...
by Keri Byrum | Jan 8, 2020 | Plant Spotlight
I thought I was sitting down to write about dividing Hippeastrum reticulatum var. striatifolium bulbs, but upon further investigation I am finding that I’ve never written about this plant! This summer blooming bulb features a white stripe along the leaves and...
by Keri Byrum | Apr 15, 2019 | Succulents
This is a tough question. “Should I remove my succulent flowers?” has been asked at more than one presentation over the years. My preference is yes, but let’s look at the pros and cons of both options. An argument for keeping succulent flowers The...
by Keri Byrum | Mar 22, 2019 | Plant Spotlight
On our recent trip to Florida I was literally stopped in my tracks by this purple flower vine in Winter Garden. I’ve been familiar with Petrea volubilis, or Queen’s Wreath Vine, but I’ve never seen it like this. Driving down Plant Street in Winter...
by Contributed | Oct 23, 2018 | DIY Garden Projects, Uncategorized
First impressions are important. Seeing as your garden is the very first thing somebody sees when looking up, visiting, or driving past your home, it is imperative that you keep it in pristine condition. Follow these tips for using your garden to help sell your home...