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You Can Only Buy Fruit Tree Scions For A Few Weeks Each Year (& Here's Why)

staff@housedigest.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:30:00 +0000

This small window is more important than it might seem. Timing your purchase gives fruit trees the best shot at a healthy start and a fruitful future.

How To Prevent Ants From Climbing Your Trees With A Simple But Overlooked Solution

staff@housedigest.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:30:00 +0000

Ants may not directly damage trees, but they can do so by protecting harmful pests. Thankfully, there's an easy solution to deter them from climbing up a tree.

The Simple Way To Prevent Poison Ivy And Oak From Creeping Into Your Yard

staff@housedigest.com (R. A. Fletcher) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000

A well-maintained lawn and clearly managed borders can make unwanted plants easier to spot, but preventing a painful rash still requires careful cleanup.

Don't Confuse It For Poison Ivy: The Fast-Growing Tree That Creates Privacy & Erosion Control

staff@housedigest.com (Melody Ip) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000

One fast-growing tree is often mistaken for poison ivy when young, but it offers several landscaping benefits once you know how to identify it.

Planting Hostas Underneath Trees Is Almost Always A Good Idea — Unless It's This One

staff@housedigest.com (Ellen Douglas) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Hostas and shade trees are a classic pair, but this specific tree creates too much shade for even hostas to survive, not to mention its competitive roots.

Popular Places To Buy Plants Online, Ranked From Worst To Best

staff@housedigest.com (Giselle DaMier) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:20:00 +0000

See how some of the most popular online nurseries rank against each other when it comes to quality of plants, reputation, customer service, and selection.

No Need For Toxic Pesticides: The More Natural Way To Deter Slugs & Snails From Hostas

staff@housedigest.com (Tyler Palicia) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:30:00 +0000

Keeping your plants slug-free can be a challenge, especially if you don't want to rely on dangerous chemicals. This non-toxic treatment provides a solution.

Why Do Some Flowers Close At Night?

staff@housedigest.com (Lisa Davis) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0000

You might think all flowers close their petals at night but most don't. For those that do, they aren't sleeping, but exhibiting a specific plant movement.

Why Do Gardenia Leaves Turn Yellow?

staff@housedigest.com (Katharine Hansen) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:10:00 +0000

Gardenias naturally have vibrant, green leaves, but when they start to yellow, it's often a sign of an issue with your plant's care or environment.

This Easy-To-Grow Vine With Stunning Yellow Flowers That Hummingbirds Can't Resist

staff@housedigest.com (Lisa Davis) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Hummingbirds are attracted to bright, tubular flowers filled with nectar, and that's exactly what this native vine offers them if you add it to your yard.

Don't Let This Pretty Pairing Fool You: The Companion Plant For Hostas That Can Lead To Disease

staff@housedigest.com (Katharine Hansen) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:00:00 +0000

While these two plants might look good together, their vastly different care needs will make it nearly impossible to thrive in the same garden bed.

Not Milkweed: Plant This Bush With Berries And Flowers That Butterflies Love

staff@housedigest.com (Ellen Douglas) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:40:00 +0000

Tired of milkweed? This native shrub attracts a dozen butterfly and moth species. It has prolific spring blooms, tasty (to larvae) leaves, and red fall berries.

The Cold-Hardy Plant That'll Create A Hawaiian Backyard Vibe

staff@housedigest.com (Lindsay Donaldson) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0000

A lush, tropical-looking landscape isn't limited to warm climates. One resilient tree brings oversized foliage and an island-inspired feel farther north.

What To Do With Oakleaf Hydrangeas In August For More Blooms Next Season

staff@housedigest.com (Selena Ivette Rodriguez) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:30:00 +0000

Oakleaf hydrangeas, native to the southeastern U.S., bloom on old wood, which is a key reason behind this important August maintenance step.

Bee Balm Isn't The Only Choice: The Red Flower That Hummingbirds Can't Resist

staff@housedigest.com (Ellen Douglas) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0000

When bee balm's bloom time ends, this perennial picks up and lasts until late fall. Hummingbirds love the bright red color, and shape of its trumpet flowers.

If You Like Birds In The Yard, Think Twice About Removing This Toxic Plant

staff@housedigest.com (Katy Willis) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:30:00 +0000

This poisonous plant is native to North America and produces berries that birds enjoy. Here's how to safely maintain it as a resource for the local wildlife.

Goodbye Bamboo Stakes: Support Your Plants With A Cheaper And Sturdier Alternative

staff@housedigest.com (Sophie Pell) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Bamboo stakes don't last long, decomposing after a season or two. This inexpensive alternative is made from a durable material that should outlast your garden.

Not Firebush, Not Milkweed: The Bush With White Flowers That Butterflies Love

staff@housedigest.com (Aleem Ahmad) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000

This gorgeous bush doesn't just provide a stunning pop of white in the garden - it's also attractive to pollinators, from butterflies to birds, year-round.

Not Mulberry: The Beautiful Shade Tree With Edible Fruits That Can Stain Your Deck Or Concrete

staff@housedigest.com (Aleem Ahmad) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Mulberries are lovely shade trees with a big downside - staining. However, there's another popular native shade tree with the same problem worth avoiding.

The Lower-Maintenance Alternative To Grow If You Like Hydrangeas

staff@housedigest.com (Aleem Ahmad) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Like hydrangeas, this plant's blooms grow in clusters. Only, the shape resembles a bottlebrush! It's also low-maintenance, and grows across seven zones: 3-9.