If you’re anything like me, when you empty a jug of milk, you hesitate to throw it right in the trash. They take up a lot of room, and that jug might be useful for something else, right? But in the end, I always usually end up throwing them out. Well, instead of just tossing […]
How to Grow Lilacs
Who doesn’t love the gorgeous clusters of flowers featured on a lilac bush? And the smell? Heavenly! If you’ve always wanted to grow lilacs but haven’t been sure of your ability, you’ll probably be surprised at how easy and low-maintenance they really are. Here are some of the how-to’s of growing your own stunning lilacs. […]
Grow the Most Incredible Alliums
If you love to grow flowers in your yard, chances are you’ve seen alliums. Even if you don’t know the name, you’ll probably recognize this gorgeous, show-stoping bulb. Some varieties boast huge, 6-inch mounds of colorful blooms on a single stalk. And if you have trouble with animals eating your flowers, most of them won’t touch these. […]
How to Protect Your Garden From the Summer Heat
When we reach the hottest days of July and August, a lot of gardeners start to worry about their flowers, vegetables, and other plants. That heat can take its toll, even on sun-loving shrubs and drought-resistant grasses. Often, our first impulse is to give them more water, but that might not always be the best […]
Do You Know the Difference Between Hot and Cold Composting?
What? Did you even realize there were two different types of composting? Well there are, and they each require a slightly different process, yielding different benefits. One takes more effort but yields faster compost (which will be free of disease and weeds), and the other is mostly hands-free but takes a while to get results. Let’s go […]
Lawn Games: 10 Perfect for Summer
Okay, so this actually isn’t a gardening post, but it’s all about your yard — so it fits here! Summertime isn’t only for working in your garden or taking trips — it’s also for fun and GAMES. Specifically, it’s for lawn games you can play in your back or front yard all summer long. Here […]
How to Grow the Best Root Veggies
For a delicious and abundant fall harvest, there is nothing better than root vegetables. Since growing them successfully requires a different technique than other garden plants, let’s go over some important tips for growing root veggies yourself. 1. Choose a Location If your garden has well-drained soil that is slightly acidic and has some quality […]
Veggies You Can Grow in Your Front Yard
Most people reserve their vegetable gardens for the backyard. But more and more people are starting to use the space in their front yards to grow attractive veggie plants. Front yards often have fewer trees, so they get more sunshine. And few things bring more curb appeal than an attractive vegetable patch. Here tips for […]
Grow English Roses: Here’s How!
There’s nothing like an English rose garden to bring lavish sights and smells to your yard. However, they do require a bit of special care to grow successfully. If you want to grow what many describe as the “perfect rose,” here’s how: 1. Buying English Roses Most local nurseries carry or can get English roses for […]
How to Grow a Grape Vine
There’s nothing like fresh grape juice or eating sweet grapes straight from the vine. No matter what kind you choose to grow, you need to figure out how to be successful. This includes caring for the grapes and encouraging proper growth, plus figuring out how to give direction to that growing vine. Here are some […]