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Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “This Land of Ours”
Some cold-hearty succulents to have around the house this winter. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Succulent season doesn’t end when summer does. There’s a slew of these pretty plants that can take as much cold as winter can dish out. Plant them outdoors for year-round color. They can take below-zero temperatures as long as you give them …
Some foolproof winter hardy tropical plants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’ve looking to add a piece of the tropics to your landscape, here are a few suggestions. Yucca. Though not a true tropical plant this hardy evergreen can add striking interest to tropical-style gardens. Japanese Fiber Banana with its long and broad, leafy foliage, it …
Some winter chores you should be doing in the garden right now. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There’s a lot going on under the soil when the temperatures cool down and in some parts of the country freezes. While nature has its own ways of coping with the cold, dark months, here are some winter garden chores …
Some winter-friendly plants for your outdoor space. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. From shrubs to spruces, there are several evergreens perfectly fit for adding a touch of liveliness to your outdoor space this winter. Japanese Yews is an excellent fit for porches all year round since it’s drought tolerant and thrives in both full and partial sun …
Caring for fruit trees in the winter time. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. For those of us hoping to provide our fruit, nut, and berry trees with the best care, there a few fruitful tips for how to make it through the festive frosts on past February. Before planting fruit trees, do some research and choose varieties …
Some of the best ornamental grasses for birds. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Songbirds need to eat. Add ornamental grasses to your garden for multiseason color, texture, and food sources for a host of birds. Switch grass are vigorus plants. They are prized for their reddish-purple summer color that fades to tan in fall. Birds love to …
Some ways to attract songbirds to your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Part of the beauty of any landscape is the fascinating wildlife that lives in it. Wrens, cardinals, swallows, and more will fill your garden with their beautiful songs if you attract them with a few of their favorite native plants, and some water to …
Some of the best plants to attract birds to your yard. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. By planting fruit-bearing trees and shrubs in your landscape, they will attract berry-eating birds such as bluebirds and robins while also creating a beautiful display with their flowers, fall & holiday colors, and fruits. American cranberry bush viburnum has white springtime flowers, …
How to pick the perfect Christmas tree. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Fresh cut trees are by far the most popular because of tradition and fragrance. In addition to the lovely fragrance of a cut tree, buying a fresh Christmas tree is a great way to support Christmas tree farmers. Each region of the country has its own …
How to care for a Christmas cactus. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Christmas cactus is a long lived plant with flat, segmented stems. Most of the year its appearance is fairly unassuming — around Christmas, however, something magical happens. With care, this plain looking plant will blossom with flowers of red, white, pink, purple or orange. …
