Where Do Japanese Beetles Go at Night

While we’ve been tracking the 2024 colors of the year for quite some time now, it’s recently come to our attention that there’s another design category worth keeping an eye on for the year ahead: pattern.

As the sun dips below the horizon, transforming the sky into a canvas of twinkling stars, your garden becomes a magical setting for an enchanting night picnic. The allure of dining al fresco takes on a new dimension when the moon casts its gentle glow on nature's stage. This celestial soiree explores the art of crafting an unforgettable night picnic under the stars, where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary.

Japanese Maple seeds have a very hard outer coating as do many ornamental plants. Under natural conditions, the seeds would have to be on the ground for almost two years before they would germinate. All that happens the first winter is the moisture softens the hard outer shell, and the second winter germination begins to take place. For all of this to happen in the proper sequence so the seedlings sprout at a time of the year when freezing temperatures or hot summer sun doesn’t kill them, takes a tremendous amount of luck. You can improve the odds by controlling some of these conditions, and shorten the cycle.

Planting narcissus is about timing. In cold places, like the North, plant in fall from late September to late November. In warmer areas, plant in late fall to early winter. For moderate regions, mid to late fall is best. If planting indoors, chill bulbs for 12-15 weeks, then plant in well-draining soil. Place the pot in a cool, dark spot until shoots appear, then move to a sunny place. Learn more below.

Easyplant has released its list of plant trends for the new year, along with aesthetic styling tips to match every plant.

The Night Owl Snake Plant is a hybrid of two Sansevieria species: Sansevieria trifasciata and Sansevieria ‘Black Robusta.’ It is a great choice for indoor gardeners who want to add a touch of exotic beauty to their homes.

Header image: the edge of the nearby, young, star-forming region NGC 3324 in the Carina Nebula. Captured in infrared light by NASA’s new James Webb Space Telescope, this image reveals for the first time previously invisible areas of star birth. Image credit: NASA, ESA, CSA, and STScI.

Do you want to create a serene and soothing atmosphere in your home? Consider adding these Beautiful Japanese Indoor Plants!Caring for Japanese house plants is a rewarding experience, as they thrive indoors with minimal effort.

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If traditional Christmas carols were given a modern spin, «Deck the Halls,» would really mean deck the halls, roof, porch, and lawn. While a Christmas tree in the living room is still the star of interior holiday decor, front yards are often the next hot spot for holiday decor displays.

When it comes to decorating for the holiday season, some things are timeless. At Christmas, you can never go wrong with a classic red and green, reindeer motifs, or a healthy smattering of faux snow. 

Tips for Growing ‘Crimson Queen’ Japanese Maple Trees Acer palmatum var. dissectum ‘Crimson Queen’