Hummingbirds are a delightful addition to any garden, with their iridescent colors and aerial acrobatics. To attract these charming creatures to your yard, consider planting perennials and annuals that provide nectar and attract insects, which are also part of their diet.

Bees help flowering plants of all kinds to reproduce. They also give us the gift of honey. In our quest for the most flavorful and distinctively Southern honeys out there we’ve learned a lot. And, naturally, our heritage as growers of flowering plants means we really love bees.

Sorry. I should know this, but what’s your name again? Prescription: A puzzle a day may help keep brain fog away. So says one of the icons of tech. Beyond this, there are lots of plusses in puzzling.

The captivating scent of lavender has been celebrated for centuries among many cultures. Its aroma has long been associated with calming nerves and promoting relaxation. Growing lavender in containers is not difficult and the rewards lavender brings us are many. From its beautiful purple blossoms to amping up the flavor intrigue of desserts, or helping us sleep better, it’s an herb well worth growing at home.

Around 2 centuries ago, England’s first gardening tool maker created the perfected version of a dibbler, constructed out of Sheffield sterling silver and outfitted with a wooden handle for comfort. Now, why might you want to use a dibbler, you ask. For one thing, specialized tools are just so, well… cool.