Looking for the best way to prune back and divide the ornamental grass clumps in your landscape? And when to do it? Late winter and early spring are the time to get your ornamental grasses in shape and ready for the growing season. Not only will a little work now help to keep your grasses …
Want to start your own vegetable plants indoors this year from seed but worried that the process might be too complicated and expensive? Well, here is some great news – it’s easier and less expensive than you could ever imagine! It’s incredibly rewarding to start your own vegetable plants from seeds. Not only do you …
Looking for a few low-maintenance, drought resistant perennials to add big interest and color to your landscape – all without the worry of having to constantly water? One of the most difficult and time consuming chores for a gardener to perform is having to continually water their plants. Especially if that water is difficult to …
There is little doubt about it – how, when and what you use to fertilize your hanging baskets can make a huge difference in just how well they bloom. And perhaps even more importantly – for just how long into summer or fall you can keep your baskets flowering big! If there is one thing …
When it comes to stopping carpenter bees and the damage they cause to the wood surfaces around your exterior of your home, one thing is for sure, it takes a persistent approach to win the battle! Carpenter bees can cause extensive damage to the exterior wood surfaces all over your property. Not just to the …
One of the easiest, best and least expensive ways to fill your flowerbeds with life and color is to divide the perennials you already have this spring into even more plants. Not only is it simple to do, it can save you hundreds of dollars on plants. And, of course, on mulch too! Early spring …
One of the best ways to save money and grow the best potted plants around is to make your own potting soil at home – and contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to include peat moss in the mix. In fact, as you will see with today’s potting soil recipe, you can make a …
Looking for the best way to recharge and re-energize the soil in your raised beds to keep it healthy – and grow bigger and better plants? Raised beds are one of the easiest and most effective ways to grow vegetables, flowers and herbs – especially for those who may not have the space for a …
This week’s podcast and corresponding article are all about 8 simple garden tools and gadgets that every gardener should own. Gardening doesn’t have to be expensive or hard work, but some basic, inexpensive tools can definitely help make the job much easier! You don’t have to spend a ton of money on gadgets like rototillers …
This week’s podcast and corresponding article are all about succession planting in your vegetable garden – or more importantly, how to get the most out of your garden space! Succession planting is a great way to extend your growing season beyond one planting and one harvest each season. No matter where you are located, you …