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Dried flowers are wonderful for year-round floral arrangements. You can dry flowers by hanging them or by placing them in a box of desiccant, which better preserves the blossoms.
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis; American Elder) has a rich history in herbal lore. There are many European tales of the elderberry calming babies, the ability to see fairies, as well as to divine...
Kudzu, a plant most people consider a menace is one that I have come to love. If you have ever been in the South you have seen this green vine draping itself all over anything that will...
What to do with transparent dryer sheets that are everywhere? Why don't you use them to make blossoms for a topiary? That is right, those transparent dryer sheets are excellent ways to add a...
Dried flowers have a special quality all their own, lending a certain elegance to any decor. To dry flowers, you need very little expertise and little or no special equipment. Drying flowers is...
This old family recipe makes lovely jelly. My husband's great-grandmother called it Golden Blossom Jelly. Here's how to make it.
Wild elderberry plants are not only pretty to look at, they're extremely useful. I learned some of these recipes and uses from my mother back in the Great Depression. Here's how to make good use...
If you have lots of summer squash growing in your garden, then here is a way to fry up the blossoms too!
Make your (zone 6) home more attractive by planting some curb-tolerant plants near your sunny mailbox. Even the most "rustic" of mailboxes can look great with some added greenery and...
Hummingbirds are often called "Jewels of the Sky" and rightly so. Their colorful little bodies are almost a reflection of the beautiful flowers from which they sip nectar. If you want...
A double lei has twice as many flowers as a standard lei. The double lei offers the option to alternate the color of the flowers to create a beautiful pattern. Can be used for party favors or...
The cherry blossoms can be seen blooming from the National Mall beginning in late March. They represent the first breath of spring for the DC metro area and offer many people an excuse to get out...
Some gardeners are finding that a decrease in bees and other pollinating insects is affecting production of garden fruits and vegetables. Some crops can be hand pollinated if the reason for fruit...
Plumbago is easy to grow in Zone 8, and we are in Texas. It is is a tender perennial shrub with beautiful blue blossoms that last from July to frost. This flowering shrub is drought tolerant...
So you say you can work magic with a needle and you're throwing a Hawaiian luau? Get busy creating your very own flower leis.
You can use the blossoms from your zucchini plants to make a little known and delicious Sicilian specialty.
You can use plain river sand for drying and preserving flowers. The trick is to lay the flowers on a bed of sand, then sift more sand over the blossoms very gently.
Making your own garden fresh salad can have challenges, but when you do, it will be so tasty. Remember to start the garden as soon as possible for this salad.
Zucchini squash, summer crookneck and patty pan are the most common varieties of squash grown in the summer garden. These members of the squash and pumpkin families are prolific producers. They...
Once you have planted an ornamental cherry tree on your property, you must take precautions to ensure that the bright white and pink blossoms appear every spring. While these trees are fairly...
It is springtime and your apple trees are in full bloom with hundreds of apple blossoms. Those beautiful apple blossoms, if pollinated, will each result in an apple. Did you know that it takes 30...
Native to the Mediterranean region, Oleanders are lovely in the spring and summer. They’re drought resistant. They produce beautiful blossoms, and they grow tall and bushy to hide a...
Chrysanthemums are beautiful and hardy flowers that bloom from late summer all the way into the early winter months in mild climates. Their "fluffy" blooms are admired for their volume and wide...
Whether you want to make perfume or try a natural remedy to cure an ailment, creating flower essences is the first step. A flower essence is created from a sun infusion of the blossoms of flowers...
Applying a beautiful smelling fragrance can be a real mood lifter but the synthetic perfumes you buy at the drugstore and department store are not only expensive but also contain a variety of...
When you can't get rid of the dandelions in your yard, pick them and make something good to eat with them. Their presence in your yard won't bother you so much!
Babies are such precious gifts themselves, but deciding on a gift to give a baby can be daunting. The gift needs to be safe, beautiful, useful, and eco-friendly. Are you stumped about gifts that...
Yes, you can eat zucchini blossoms! Use the male blossoms if you can find them. Whole food stores should carry them if you do not have zucchini in your garden. These flowers are stuffed and then...
With the right type of flowers, you can turn a bouquet into the shape of a puppy or a kitten. Stop at your neighborhood florist and your local craft store, and you'll have what you need to bring...
Do you want to know how to make flower arrangements? The key to gorgeous flowers is creating a balanced, harmonious look. You will do this by ordering flowers with various blossom sizes, shapes,...
Squash blossoms are big yellow or orange edible flowers that come from squash, a gourd often eaten as a vegetable.They can be used as garnishes on crepes, fruit salads, soups and quesadillas....
Jasmine Tea, sometimes called Jasmine Flower Tea or Jasmine Tisane, is a highly popular tea in China. It is made with green tea leaves (or sometimes oolong tea leaves), which have been scented...
Lavender grows readily in home gardens and tolerates poor soil and dry climates well. Plant lavender in your flower or herb garden. And learn how to harvest it for use in home projects.
Lavender sticks are a traditional way of scenting your closets and drawers. Their fragrance is long-lasting, and they add a nice decorative touch when placed inside a gift box. Each stick requires...
Hydrangeas are perennial bushes that grow gigantic flower heads in a variety of shades, from white, pink and blue to everything in between. These lush, colorful plants make a wonderful addition to...
So you've decided to plant some beautiful yellow sunflowers, but you don't know which variety to select. There are many types of sunflowers: some very tall varieties produce delicious seeds; some...
Fried dandelion blossoms are an interesting side dish to round out a menu, or to add as garnish to greens or vegetable dishes. You can make this recipe in no time at all.
Dandelion wine is a surprisingly flavorful and delicate beverage. To make the wine, you use only the petals of the dandelion. It takes 10 to 11 months before dandelion wine is ready to drink, but...
Apricots are one of Mother Nature's most delightful creations. Sweet and juicy, they make wonderful jams and lovely desserts. Growing them takes a little know-how and a lot of patience, but...
You can have spring blossoms early if you force branches into bloom inside your house. By forcing the branches into blooming, you are actually tricking them into acting as if it were already...
My perennials have performed well this year here in Southern New England, despite a fairly dry spell during the month of August. It is important to keep them deeply watered every few days during...
The bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium) is a citrus tree that has many varieties. Its blossoms are the best source of orange oil, which is used in flavoring, herbal medicine and perfume. This...
Distilling honeysuckle separates the essential oil which can then be used for perfume. It is a little more complicated than distilling rose petals, but the results are no less satisfying.
If you are lucky enough to live in an area where oranges grow, you are familiar with the refreshing and beautiful aroma that fills the air when orange trees blossom. You can now capture the smooth...
Calendula officianalis is one of the most useful common herbs, with a cheerful golden color and a lot of healing power. Here are just a few ways you can use this common garden "weed."
Crabapple trees are available in nearly thirty-five varieties, with flowers and fruit that vary in color and size. Buying the right crabapple tree for your property will involve finding the right...
Malus trees, also known as crabapple trees, are colorful additions to any yard or garden due to their prolific blossom production in early spring, and abundance of fruit during the summer and fall...
Once you have planted an ornamental cherry tree on your property, you must take precautions to ensure that the bright white and pink blossoms appear every spring. While these trees are fairly...
Crabapple trees are available in nearly 35 varieties, with flowers and fruit that vary in color and size. Buying the right crabapple tree for your property will involve finding the right space...
Malus trees, also known as crabapple trees, are colorful additions to any yard or garden due to their prolific blossom production in early spring, and abundance of fruit during the summer and fall...
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