The dappled willow tree has earned a lot of fame in the last few years. For the longest of time, most information about this plant family was either untrue or unknown. While it was a rare herb to find, there had been many speculations about the origin of this tree. However, we now know that […]
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7 Gardening Mistakes to Avoid
Nothing’s worse than getting so excited about gardening and being outside in the sunshine that we forget common gardening rules and make unfortunate blunders. While some mistakes are easy to come back from, it’s never fun to have to spend time correcting problems instead of taking care of your plants. Here are seven simple gardening […]
Natural Pesticides: How to Make Them for Your Plants
It is estimated that more pesticides are used by homeowners and families than by actual farmers. This is an incredibly large amount of pesticides being used by everyday gardeners, but chemical pesticides can have their dangers. Here are some great ways to avoid using potentially toxic pesticides and replacing them with safer and more environmental-friendly […]
Tips for Planting Fruit Trees
We all love a crisp apple or a zesty lemon, but the taste of fresh fruit is so much better when you know it comes from your own backyard. However, it can often be difficult, frustrating, and incredibly time consuming to actually get those fruit to grow! Here are some helpful tips on how to […]
How to Grow Fruit Trees in Containers
Who needs a big piece of land to grow fruit? Nobody, really. Here’s some helpful info about how to grow fruit trees in containers. How To Grow Fruit Trees in Containers Container The first step is choosing the container. It needs to be big enough without endangering the roots of the tree. Depending on the […]
Trees That Should Be Pruned in Winter
Some people don’t realize that pruning trees is easier on the trees, and the gardener, during the winter. More specifically, the month of February is prime time for pruning many types of trees. Today’s post is devoted to tree pruning ideas, and the trees that should be pruned in winter. If you’ve ever wondered about […]
How to Grow Fruit Trees Indoors
Whether because of the weather or just because you don’t have space in your backyard, growing fruit trees indoors is very much a possibility. There are a few things to be aware of in order to grow a strong and healthy tree, but it can be just as effective as growing a tree outside. Here […]
Plants That Thrive Beneath Oak Trees
Many people love the majestic Oak. There’s nothing like the shade and grandeur an oak tree brings to a landscape. But what can you grow in all that shade your oak tree provides? There are actually quite a few wonderful plants that thrive beneath oak trees! Plant a few of these shade-loving grasses and perennials […]
Plant Encyclopedia: Japanese Maple
The Japanese maple tree is otherwise known as Acer palmatum or Red Emperor Maple. It is native to Japan and other Asian countries, as well as southeast Russia. Japanese maple is a small tree with a height range of approximately 20-30 feet, so it is perfect for smaller spaces where a larger tree wouldn’t do […]
Stumped By Your Tree? How To Remove A Tree Stump
One of the tricky parts of DIY tree removal is the stump, especially for a large tree. Today I have the information you need if you’re faced with how to remove a tree stump from your yard. It is possible to rent out a grinder, but it can be even trickier to haul it out […]