Gardening Tips & Techniques

Planting bulbs with children is a great way to get them engaged with the garden, as the bulbs are large and easy for them to handle and the actual planting is very straightforward. The activity involves crumbling the soil with their hands, patting it down and sorting and placing the bulbs, I also let my … Read more

The American Hosta Growers Association defines giant hosta as those that exceed 30 inches in height. There are several cultivars now that are in the 48 inch range. The size GIANT Hostas can achieve in your garden is determined by the light exposure, the available water and the depth and quality of the soil. All … Read more

Direct sowing flower seeds allows you to go from seed packet to planting in one easy step. Direct sown seeds have the same basic needs of seeds started indoors—sun, nutritious soil, and water. Starting a flower garden from seed can seem intimidating, but direct sowing perennial flowers directly into your garden beds is actually quite … Read more

Preserving okra seeds from season to season is an excellent way for gardeners to save money and ensure access to quality seeds. Properly stored okra seeds remain viable for 2-4 years With a few simple steps, you can preserve okra seeds for replanting in future seasons. Why Preserve Okra Seeds There are several advantages to … Read more

The question is, At what size should you put a vegetable seeding into the ground or a bigger pot? The answer is, At any size before the seedling is rootbound. Rootbound means the roots in the container are crowded and circling, especially at the bottom. Let me illustrate with photos. Above is my cart of … Read more

If youre looking for an easier to grow, high-yielding vegetable to grow that is incredibly versatile in dishes, look no further. Zucchinis are one of those vegetables that as you practice Mindful Gardening, can quite literally observe its growth over the course of a week in the peak of summer. From its sprawling foliage to … Read more

5 Ways To Remove Weeds From Your Gravel Driveway. Do you know what sucks more than a refurbished Dyson? Weeds. But not just any weeds, the ones that somehow manage to burst through the stones of your gravel driveway. Those ones are an ultra annoyance. And it’s not just because they look unsightly. It’s because … Read more

Mulch is every gardener’s best friend. This organic or inorganic protective layer helps retain moisture, suppress weeds moderate soil temperature, and improve soil health over time. But what if you need to add fresh soil after applying mulch? Is it okay to spread soil directly on top of the mulch? Or does the mulch layer … Read more

If you’re starting to save some of your own seed this year, you might want to give potatoes a try! While they do take a bit of storage space, they’re pretty easy to save. Saving seed potatoes can also save you a lot of money on next year’s garden, especially if you generally rely on … Read more

If you have a cherry tree, it can be confusing trying to figure out when and how to prune it, as each type – flowering cherries and fruiting cherries (including sweet and acid types) – needs a slightly different approach. However, the benefits to your tree’s health, including more fruit and flowers, are very noticeable, … Read more