You may have come across online sources suggesting the use of citronella oil or candles to repel cockroaches. It’s an interesting proposition, especially when you delve into the scientific backing behind it. The Environmental Protection Agency’s Oil of Citronella fact sheet categorizes…
Eva-katalin/Getty Images Peonies bloom for up to eight weeks between April and June, meaning if you want cut flowers, you’ll likely receive them in a pre-bloom preserved state. Depending on the peony species, they can be preserved for up to…
Scaring birds away from your garden is a common problem for many gardeners. One fun and effective way to solve this issue is by making a scarecrow. Scarecrows are not only functional, but they also add a whimsical touch to…
Have you ever stepped outside to admire your garden and stumbled upon a bizarre, gelatinous, and seemingly otherworldly (and rather disgusting) substance clinging to your grass or mulch? It’s called slime mold, and it can be a bit of a…
Geraniums are annual flowers with full, colorful, and scented blooms that are very popular in spring in summer. They come in plenty of varieties, including simple color variants, the trailing ivy-leafed geranium, and the popular spectrum of scented-leaf geraniums, including…
The Oleander, also known as Nerium, is a shrub or small tree that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is most commonly known for its white flowers, although you can also find varieties with pink or other colorful flowers.…
As a plant family, orchids do not like getting their feet wet. Some may prefer a high-humidity environment, but that doesn’t mean they want their roots soaking in water all day, every day. This is even more the case for…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you are looking for a perfect ornamental grass for your yard that you can enjoy all year round, Karl Foerster grass, also called feather reed grass, is a popular…
Japanese beetles are an invasive species of insect that occupy most of the eastern United States. These pests feed on over 300 types of plants, including basil, marigold, soybean, raspberry, rose, hollyhock, grape, and various fruit trees. While the adult…
Other than being a path from point A to point B in your backyard, walkways also play an important role in how your experience your beautiful backyard or outdoor garden, as noted by the University of Florida. These outdoor pathways…