William Wilkerson+FollowThis Sneaky Plant Is Wrecking Yards!Did you know that those cute yellow flowers in your yard could actually be a menace? Andrew the Arborist just dropped a PSA about lesser celandine—a pretty but super invasive plant that’s taking over gardens and choking out native plants. If you spot heart-shaped leaves and yellow blooms, don’t compost them! Dig them up (tubers and all) and trash them to protect your local ecosystem. Who knew yard work could save the planet? #Home #GardenTips #InvasiveSpecies258Share
Cassandra Snyder+FollowWhy Your Birdbath Needs Shade ASAPBirds are struggling in this heatwave, and your garden could be their lifesaver! Experts say the #1 thing to do before noon is move your birdbath into the shade—think under a tree or near shrubs. Birds won’t use a bath out in the open (too scary!), and they need cool, quiet spots to hydrate. Bonus tip: skip pruning right now. Birds need thick, shady plants for shelter and food. Basically, less work for you = a bird paradise! #Pets #Birdwatching #GardenTips80Share
Caroline Carney+FollowAny recommendations for any vigorous flowers!I'm also creating my own yard for the first time, and every day I fantasize about my future sitting in my beautiful yard drinking tea, reading a book, and enjoying life. But I also need to take the first step to really learn how to raise flowers 😅 So are there any flowers that are suitable for white people to grow ah, the kind that are not easy to be raised to death! #Garden #GardenTips #Flowers #Help01Share
John Fitzgerald+FollowWhy Landscape Fabric Is a Garden FailTurns out, landscape fabric and plastic are a total garden disaster! After trying them to block weeds, @thegardenalchemy found they just turn gross, fall apart, and make a huge mess. Not only do they NOT stop weeds for long, but they’re also ugly and a pain to remove. She’s now team cardboard (yep, even if it’s controversial) because it breaks down naturally. Want a prettier, easier yard? Try native plants or clover instead—less work, more pollinators, and a happier planet! #GardeningFail #EcoFriendly #GardenTips #Home10Share
wmadden+FollowThis Flower Is a Hummingbird MagnetDid you know you can skip the messy feeders and still attract hummingbirds? Azaleas are not just gorgeous—they’re basically an open invitation for these tiny, metallic-feathered birds! Their bright blooms (especially red ones) and thick foliage make hummingbirds feel right at home. Bonus: azaleas give them a safe spot to hide, too. If you want hummingbirds all season, mix in other flowers like beardtongue that bloom later. Your garden could be the hottest bird hangout on the block! #GardeningHacks #Hummingbirds #GardenTips #Home241Share
Adam Boyer+FollowStop Watering Plants in the Morning!Turns out, watering your garden in the morning isn’t the move. Garden pros and Facebook gardeners agree: late afternoon or early evening (think 4-6pm) is the sweet spot. It helps your plants soak up all that moisture before the heat steals it away, and it can actually prevent diseases, too. Just make sure to water at the roots, not the leaves, to keep your plants happy and healthy. Who knew timing could save your garden? #GardeningHacks #PlantCare #GardenTips #Home8512Share
MellowCactus+Followdid my stubborn plant just bloom after a decade of waiting?I can’t believe it—my old, stubborn plant finally decided to show off some flowers after nearly ten years. I used to joke that it was just a leafy roommate, but now it’s the star of my living room. The secret? I stopped fussing over it. Less watering, more sunlight, and I let the soil dry out between drinks. I even talked to it (don’t judge). Watching those first buds pop up felt like winning a tiny lottery. If you’re feeling impatient with your own plants, trust me—sometimes they just need time and a little space. The wait is totally worth it when you see those blooms for the first time. gardening #plantparent #houseplants #blooming #gardentips #gardening #plantparent #houseplants #blooming #gardentips40Share
wmadden+FollowThis 'Medicinal' Plant Is Wrecking YardsEver heard of great mullein? It looks harmless and even has some old-school medicinal uses, but experts say it’s actually an invasive nightmare. One plant can drop up to 240,000 seeds—yikes! It’s tough to get rid of and can totally take over your yard, pushing out native plants and messing with local wildlife. Before you plant anything for the vibes, double-check if it’s native or invasive. Your garden (and the planet) will thank you! #InvasiveSpecies #GardenTips #EcoFriendly #Home6117Share
evanshaley+FollowThe Garlic Hack Slugs Hate!Slugs munching your plants? Turns out, a garlic spray is the ultimate garden hack! Just crush a few cloves, soak them in water, strain, dilute, and spritz on your plants. Slugs can’t stand the smell and will steer clear. Bonus: it might work on other creepy crawlies too. Who knew garlic could save your hostas AND your dinner? Gardeners are loving this easy, all-natural trick! #GardeningHacks #SlugFree #GardenTips #Home20Share
SerendipitySage+Followwhy are people putting oranges in their garden beds? wild trick or just weird?Saw something wild at the farmers market: people tossing citrus peels all over their garden beds. At first, I thought it was just for looks, but turns out, there’s a reason. Citrus peels keep cats and bugs away. Plus, they break down and feed the soil. I tried it at home and my veggie patch is loving it. No more digging from neighborhood cats, and my tomatoes are thriving. Now I save all my orange and lemon peels for the garden. It’s such a simple thing, but it makes a huge difference. Give it a shot if you want to keep pests out and boost your plants. It’s kind of fun to see the colors out there, too. #gardening #farmersmarket #organic #gardentips71Share
