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An article by Travis Key from Lazy Dog Farm Do your garden plants need insect pollinators to produce bountiful harvests? That will depend on what types of vegetables you’re growing. Not all backyard garden vegetables require pollination. Bees and other pollinators are great to have, but they may be limited if you live in an … Read more
It’s safe to plant onions and potatoes up to two weeks before the final frost is expected. In southern Ohio, I plant onions sets and seed potatoes the first week of April. Onions are a versatile vegetable that add tons of flavor to foods If you live in Ohio you can successfully grow onions in … Read more
Although foxes can be dangerous for small pets left outdoors, theyre usually no cause for alarm. Heres what to do if you see one. Foxes are omnivores, hunting very small animals and scavenging in cities and towns where freely available pet food and garbage can make life easier. It’s not unusual for a fox to … Read more
The best time to sleep is when you are tired. The best time to eat is when you are hungry. Some timing is obvious. When it comes to insects with sharp butts that can inject you with venom, timing is crucial but not obvious. When is the best time to remove a wasp nest? Wasps … Read more
Do you want to enjoy a beautiful flower garden without spending a ton of money? Its easy—and a lot less expensive—to grow your own flowers from seeds instead of buying live plants. Annual flowers started from seed should bloom during their growing season, and some might even self-seed as bonus plants for the next year. … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Tulips are one of the easiest flowers you can choose to grow. Plant your bulbs in autumn and forget about them: those are the basic horticultural instructions. Since tulips are so brilliantly colored and bloom so early … Read more
Fig trees are a popular fruit tree to grow in home gardens appreciated for their sweet fruit and ornamental qualities. But if you live in an area with cold winters, you may be wondering – do fig trees lose leaves in winter? The short answer is yes fig trees do lose their leaves in winter … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Forsythia! They become a tangled mess if not carefully groomed, root wherever their branches touch the soil, and take over your yard if you dont beat them back. Its enough to make a gardener swear, but we … Read more
There are hardy fuchsias that can grow outside year-round and more tender types that will need to be overwintered indoors or under cover. These attractive plants are much admired for their charming, dangling, bell-shaped flowers that can last all summer long and come in a range of hues. They mostly come from South and Central … Read more
Elephant garlic bulbs are becoming an increasingly popular item for home gardeners and cooks. Their large size, mild flavor, and easy growth make them a unique and tasty addition to any kitchen. If you’re interested in planting elephant garlic this season, here’s where you can find bulbs for sale. What is Elephant Garlic? Elephant garlic … Read more