Do you need to prune your hydrangeas, but aren't sure if it's better to prune them in the spring or the wintertime? Picking the perfect time to prune them can be the difference between full or failed blooms come summertime. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago examines the best time of year to prune your hydrangeas.
Trying to plan for the sunlight needs of your rhododendrons this season? These popular flowering shrubs will flourish when planted in the right location. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago looks at the best type of sunlight to provide your rhododendrons this season!
Are you Rhododendrons looking a bit worse for wear this season? There are many common issues that can impact the way your rhododendrons look. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares the most common problems that may plague your Rhododendrons, and what to do about each issue.
Curious to know how big your hydrangeas will grow when fully mature? While this will depend on many factors, including the type of hydrangea you grow, there are some basic characteristics of this popular shrub. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago examines the typical hydrangea size by species, with a comprehensive growth chart for each.
There are many different gardening myths that can be de-bunked when it comes to hydrangeas, and what exactly turns their flowers blue. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago shares her thoughts around using Vinegar to have an impact on the bloom color of hydrangeas, and if it will actually turn their flowers blue.
Are you looking for the perfect hydrangea variety to add to your garden this season? There are many to choose from, but hydrangea 'Strawberry Sundae' is a gardener favorite. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago shares all you need to know about this popular hydrangea, including its maintenance and care needs.
Are you looking for some flowering plants that will bloom in early summer? There are many different plants to choose from, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her favorite early summer flowering plants you can plant this season!
Thinking of using eggshells with your hydrangeas this season? Many gardeners swear by eggshells as a fertilizer component, but will they have a positive or negative impact on your beautiful hydrangeas? In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines this common garden practice and if it's one you should avoid this season.
Are you looking for some perennials you can plant now that will bloom in the month of May? There are a number of different flowering perennials you can plant right now, and have blooming this month! In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her favorite May blooming perennials to get into the ground as soon as possible.
Is your coneflower plant looking a bit worse for wear, but you aren't sure why? Coneflowers are fairly hardy, but they can still succumb to some common issues during their growth cycle. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago looks at the most common issues with coneflower plants, and how to address them.
Coffee grounds have many uses in the garden, including as a popular compost item. But are they good for rhododendrons and azaleas, or is this a practice that you should avoid? In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines if this practice is one you should actually do, or skip this season.
Are you looking for some late-blooming hydrangeas to add to your garden? There are several types of hydrangea that will bloom later in the season. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago shares some of her favorites, with names and pictures of each!
Thinking of adding an 'Annabelle" hydrangea to your garden, but aren't sure where to start? These beautiful flowering shrubs are easy to care for if they are provided proper growing conditions. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago shares everything you need to know about 'Annabelle" hydrangeas, including their maintenance and care.
April is when temperatures start to heat up, and winter starts to leave. It's also the perfect month to start direct seeding perennial flowers into your garden beds. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her favorite perennial flowers you can direct seed into your garden during the month of April!
Are you looking for a few plants with massive flowers to add to your garden this season? There are many different plants that have enormous blooms that you'll love. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares some of her favorite plants that will bring extremely large flowers to your garden!
Are you thinking of adding hydrangeas as a flowering hedge in your garden this season? Despite what you may have heard, hydrangeas can make great hedges if you pick the right variety. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her top tips for planting hydrangeas as hedge plants this season.
Are you trying to figure out the difference between an azalea and a rhododendron? These two shrubs can confuse even the most experienced gardeners. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago looks at the differences between these two flowering shrubs, as well as thier similarities.
Are you thinking of adding a Hydrangea 'Nikko Blue' to your garden landscape this season? There are many qualities that make this particular hydrangea variety a popular choice amongst gardeners. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago shares everything you need to know about this type of hydrangea, including maintenance and care.