5 Plants That Hate Mulch (Plus 5 That Desperately Need It)
We all want our gardens to thrive, but what if I told you that one of the most common gardening practices might actually be hurting some of your plants? Today, …
Gardening How To
How to Make Homemade Comfrey Fertilizer – A Powerful, Natural Fertilizer
Comfrey is a gardener’s secret weapon for creating powerful, natural fertilizer right at home. This amazing plant is packed with nutrients that help your garden thrive without the need for …
10 Best Practices for Composting in Late Summer
As the sun-drenched days of late summer roll around, it’s the perfect time to give your compost pile some extra attention. Composting during this season can be incredibly rewarding, helping …
10 Ways to Extend Your Garden’s Bloom into Fall
As the summer sun starts to wane, many gardeners feel a tinge of sadness watching their vibrant flowerbeds fade. But who says the show has to end? With a bit …
10 Easiest Seeds to Save for a Thriving Garden Next Season!
Are you ready to take your gardening game to the next level? Saving seeds from your favorite flowers is a rewarding and cost-effective way to ensure a vibrant garden year …
10 Things to Do in Your Garden in August
August is a wonderful time to tend to your garden and prepare it for the changing seasons ahead. As summer’s heat begins to wane, there are many tasks you can …
5 Easy-to-Divide Plants for Beginner Gardeners
Gardening can be a delightful hobby, but it might seem intimidating for beginners. One way to ease into it is by starting with plants that are easy to divide and …
July Watering Guide: Keep Your Garden Thriving
As we dive into the heart of summer, it’s time to talk about one of the most crucial aspects of gardening – watering. July can be a challenging month for …
What is the No-Dig Gardening Method?
No-dig gardening is a method of cultivating plants without disturbing the soil through traditional means such as tilling or turning. The idea is to create an environment where natural processes …
Are You Missing this Mineral in Your Garden?
Imagine discovering a garden helper right within your own cupboards. Epsom salt, a common household item, has a long-standing tradition in the gardening world. It’s not just for soothing sore …
Organic Super Sonic Growth Booster
If you are looking to get the maximum growth from your garden but only by using organic materials, then you are in luck. The nutrients found in bone meal, specifically …
Seed Starting 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Successfully Starting Seeds
Starting seeds can be a rewarding and cost-effective way to grow your own plants. Whether you’re looking to add some greenery to your home or start a vegetable garden, the …
Air Propagation: A Beginner’s Guide to Air Layering
Air layer propagation is a simple and effective method for propagating plants that involves inducing roots to grow on a stem while it is still attached to the parent plant. …
Why Should You Mulch Flowerbeds in the Fall?
Mulching in the fall provides numerous advantages, not only to your garden’s appearance but also to the health and longevity of your plants. In this article, we will explore the …
Invasive Plants Are Taking Over My Garden (SOLVED)
Invasive plants are more than simply plants you didn’t intend to grow in your garden and don’t want there. Many of these are just weeds you can simply pull and …
10 Backyard Garden Flowers You Can’t Kill
Do you live in a harsh environment and need to plant some hardy flowers? While it may seem impossible, there are 10 backyard garden flowers that can withstand various conditions, …
5 Amazing Benefits When Using Turmeric In your Garden
Turmeric has received a lot of attention in recent years as a miracle cure for arthritis. The same properties that allow turmeric to work as an anti-inflammatory can do a …
5 Garden Secrets for Maximum Blooms
You can grow a flower garden with luscious greenery and full blossoms like you see in popular gardening magazines. It takes a bit of know-how, though, to achieve maximum blooms. …
Money Saver: Homemade Potting Mix for AMAZING Containers
Potting soils and potting mixes come in a wide variety of formulas and can be found at garden centers and other plant outlets. While there may be some good pre-made …
Homemade Gelatin for Plant Growth (Does it Work?)
Food gelatin has a long list of benefits, but one of the least known ones is for the plants in the garden. Unflavored gelatin is a workhorse for keeping plants …