Gardening Tips & Techniques

[vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background__as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background__as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” css_animation=””][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Companion planting means placing different species of plants near one another in a garden bed for mutually beneficial reasons. Companion planting can enhance the attractiveness of your garden design, fight common pests, attract beneficial insects, and amplify the overall … Read more

I can hardly believe it. My crab apple tree is bearing fruit already! And it’s not even September. And I have so many, that I will have to preserve them in every way I can think of – I’m going to be using three good, tried and tested methods – hooch, freezing, and sugar. Unlike … Read more

Related to culinary apples, crab apples are small to medium-sized trees, bearing masses of spring blossom followed by small, apple-like fruits in August and September. Theyre hugely popular in gardens as they have lots of value as ornamental trees. Theyre traditionally used as pollination partners for apple trees and, because they flower over a longer … Read more

As houseplant fans, we should all learn how to prune a peace lily. It’s easy to do and an occasional little trim will keep it shapely and healthy. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. A peace lily is an extremely popular houseplant known … Read more

If you worry that you missed your window to plant tomatoes this year, never fear! Now is the perfect time to plant your tomato garden for a plentiful fall harvest. Get ready for another season of, “I grew that!” moments. Growing fall tomatoes can be a lesson in patience, but oh, the rewards are so … Read more

A polarizing vegetable, you either love or hate Brussel sprouts. However, fresh from the garden, they are sure to be able to turn even the most staunch Brussel-hater into a major cruciferous fan. Growing Brussel sprouts from seed doesn’t have to be daunting, and it can open your eyes to all the varieties available to … Read more

No other tree can outshine a maple when it comes to spectacular fall colors, shade production, and overall landscape beauty. Use these tips for planting a maple tree so you can get off to a great start this planting season. Most of us are familiar with the large-growing varieties of maple trees and have probably … Read more

Take a trip through 40 beautiful flowers that start with A. Perfect for anyone who wants to add some flower enchantment to their day. Getting excited to learn with us?Share: Weve reached the letter A in our botanical trip through the alphabet. This letter starts a world of beauty, strength, and variety. These flowers that … Read more

As a passionate gardener, I know how frustrating it can be to have birds constantly digging through and scattering your carefully applied mulch While birds certainly play an important role in any ecosystem, their constant scavenging can leave garden beds messy and unattractive Fortunately, there are several effective yet bird-friendly techniques you can use to … Read more

Growing your own herbs, vegetables, or flowers can be an incredibly rewarding hobby. However, not everyone has the yard space or ideal climate to have a traditional garden. This is where grow boxes come in handy! A DIY grow box allows you to create a controlled indoor environment perfect for starting seedlings or growing small … Read more