Author: Flower Chick

Lake Geneva holds a special place in the hearts of many. Those who have visited the Lake Geneva area and spent time here undoubtedly hold a treasure trove of …

Everyone can do their part to help the bees. It doesn't matter if you have acres of land, a small patio or a balcony with a few flowering containers. …

Garden travel fans will love experiencing these Des Moines area gardens! Join Flower Chick as we explore 21 public gardens in and around Iowa’s capital city, Des Moines … …

Dragonflies are some of the best predators to keep mosquito populations low. I'll show you how to attract these beneficial insects to your yard. Not only do they scavenge …

As part of our “Visiting Midwest Gardens” series, Flower Chick ventured into southern Minnesota for two days of garden exploration (mixed with a little sightseeing and relaxation). Join us …

The term “native” plant generally refers to plants indigenous to a particular geographic region. Over time those plants have adapted to local environmental and social influences such as soil …

Iowa boasts dozens of beautiful gardens, from Dubuque to Des Moines and beyond. Join us on this “Visiting Midwest Gardens” FlowerChick.com feature as we travel through The Hawkeye State …

To prevent your plants from drooping their heads in summer, they need plenty of water. But how much or how often should they be watered? Is it better to …

  Welcome to our “Visiting Midwest Gardens” feature as we spotlight a favorite eastern Iowa destination and revisit the lovely Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens in Dubuque Iowa! Have …

Do you want to learn how to attract monarch butterflies to your yard? Read on for how best to set up a butterfly friendly garden that caters to these …

How To Design A Moon Garden - A moon garden is simply a garden that is meant to be enjoyed by the light of the moon, or at nighttime. Moon garden designs include white or lightly …

Do you have a spot in your yard that gets a lot of sun? Full sun perennials are easy to care for and come in a huge variety of …

Flowers That Attract Hummingbirds It’s such a treat to see hummingbirds in your garden! The best way of attracting them is to use a combination of hummingbird feeders and …

What Is Compost Composting is the process of converting food scraps and yard waste into material that boosts soil health. This means gardeners need less store-bought fertilizers to get …

After you have researched and selected the best tree to plant in your yard, it’s time to get it in the ground! Digging the right-size planting hole is the …

Both annuals and perennials can be started from seed – some fare better started indoors (transplant them outdoors after your average last frost date); and others do well sown …

Looking for some feel good, very fun, and easy gardening projects?  In the inclement months … while we are stuck indoors and it’s too cold and/or wet to work …

  Through the years there have been many different roses named for famous people including Presidents and First Ladies, royalty, actors, singers, and humanitarians. They run the gamut from …

Winter is a fun time of year for gardeners in Zone 5 / 6 … yes, really! We get to browse the colorful mail order seed catalogs, gardening magazines, …

Easy Care Houseplants add so much to our lives … they clean our air, improve our moods, bring a touch of nature indoors, style up living spaces, and even …

Recently I completed a tree identification course from the online offerings at the Morton Arboretum in Lisle, IL. I've always wanted to learn more about trees! It frustrates me …