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Fertilization of onions is a process that involves calculating current levels of your soil, providing additional fertilizer when needed, and knowing when to stop adding more fertilizer to the crop. The recommended total amount of fertilization in onions is 160-80-140 lbs per acre. Calculating current levels involves sending some soil off to a testing facility … Read more

We may be part of the same overarching group as chimpanzees, gorillas, and orangutans, but there are lots of things that set us apart from these other great apes… We share roughly 99% of our DNA with chimpanzees, 98% with gorillas, and 97% with orangutans, says Will Newton. It’s no wonder, given such stark genetic … Read more

These fruits from rose plants are popular for jelly, tea, syrup, and more What are Rose Hips and How are They Used? 1:32 Rose hips are the fruit, or seed pods, that come from various types of rose plants. When spent flowers remain on rose bushes, the plants produce small, edible, 1/2-inch berry-sized seed balls … Read more

The sultry days and nights of mid-summer can be hard on your garden, especially roses. Give roses some extra TLC to enjoy them just a little bit longer and for a second flush of blooms before the end of the season. Rose expert Chris Van Cleave offers his tips for getting roses through the toughest … Read more

Potash is one of the three main nutrients plants need to thrive along with nitrogen and phosphorus. This compound contains potassium which helps plants resist disease, produce flowers and fruits, and develop strong stems and roots. If your garden soil lacks potassium, adding potash can restore this essential mineral and improve plant growth. But where … Read more

Nuts contain fat, protein, fiber, and other nutrients making them superb for a human diet. But is it so for cats? Felines are natural carnivores that rely on lean meat, meaning they are unlikely to get enough nutrition by eating high-fat food, such as nuts and seeds. However, is it okay for cats to have … Read more

A comprehensive look at DIY bean supports and bean trellises for growing climbing beans. Includes the best way to grow beans using the three sisters method, controlling pole bean growth, and instructions for making a bean teepee trellis and a double row bean trellis. This piece is an excerpt from the book Growing Beans Climbing … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. It’s no wonder clematis is called “Queen of the Vines.” There are over 250 varieties of the woody vine, offering blossoms in colors ranging from purple to mauve to cream. You can select a clematis cultivar with … Read more

Succulents are popular houseplants known for their cute shapes, bright colors, and low maintenance care. Many succulent varieties naturally stay small, making them perfect for desks, tabletops, windowsills, and other compact spaces. But even “mini” succulents can outgrow their containers over time. If you want to maintain a compact succulent garden, there are easy ways … Read more