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 …
Wondering if you can recycle, recharge and reuse your old potting soil for a second season? Potting soil can be one of the biggest annual expenses of all for those who like to plant flowers and vegetables in pots, containers and hanging baskets. In fact, quite often, it can cost a gardener more for the …
There is no better way to get a garden season underway early than by planting a few cool weather spring garden seed crops! In most locations, seeds and transplants aren’t able to go into the garden or raised beds until either the soil temperatures rise, or the outdoor temperatures stay high enough to allow for …
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 …
There is no better time to cut back and divide ornamental grasses than in late winter and early spring. Not only can it keep your grasses manageable, it can also create all kinds of new grass transplants to use all over your yard. By late fall to early winter, ornamental grasses go completely dormant. By …
Looking for a few simple and safe methods to control and repel ticks in your backyard this spring, summer and fall? Ticks are one insect that can create a long list of issues for the health and well being of humans and pets alike. The tiny insect with a unique look all to its own …
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 …