If your peonies have grown a bit too large for their space and are beginning to look tired and worn out, it’s time to divide them this fall to give them a fresh new start for next spring and summer! Peonies are one of the first big blooming bushes of the season. They burst forth …
Want to know how to plant and grow your own ornamental cabbage to create a stunning fall display in your flowerbeds, pots or containers? As summer comes to a close and the cooler air starts to settle in, it makes for the perfect time time to plant ornamental cabbage – whether from seed or from …
Looking for ways to stop squash bugs from taking over your garden plants? The pesky insects can cause devastating results to your plants in no time at all – and all but ruin a harvest! Contrary to what the name says, squash bugs affect more than just your squash plants. In fact, in addition to …
If you are looking for a safer, all-natural way to control pests organically on your plants – you need to try using neem oil this year! Neem oil has actually been used for hundreds of years for controlling all kinds of pests and fungal diseases. Not just on plants, but trees, shrubs and lawns as …
So what exactly causes tomato blight – and is there really any way to keep it off of your plants? Those two questions are on the minds of many a gardener each and every growing season – and for good reason! Tomato blight can wreak havoc on tomato plants and their yields. And unfortunately, once …
Looking for the secrets to success when it comes to keeping your cucumber plants safe from the perils of disease and pests? Aside from tomatoes, cucumbers are the second most widely grown vegetable in home gardens. They are also one of the most versatile vegetables around when it comes to being used in your kitchen. …
Looking for a few all-natural, effective methods to keep aphids out of your garden – and from wreaking havoc on your vegetable plants this year? If there is one pest that brings fear to many a gardener, it’s aphids! One thing is for sure, the tiny, quick-multiplying insects can be hard to stop once they …
One of the best ways to grow healthier and more productive tomato plants is to companion plant basil with your tomatoes. In fact, not only can it help you to a bigger harvest, but an even tastier one too! So what exactly is companion planting? In a nutshell, companion planting is the art of growing …
When it comes to getting the most out of your garden space and allowing crops to work naturally together, it doesn’t get any better than using the 3 sisters companion planting method to grow sweet corn, beans and squash/zucchini! This growing method was mastered hundreds of years back by Native American tribes, and it allowed …
When it comes to making amazing compost for your garden and flowerbeds, it all starts with knowing how to take great care of your compost pile. The good news is it isn’t complicated. In fact, all it takes for an amazing compost pile is to take care of 4 simple needs! Compost is essentially the …