Even if you don’t have a green thumb, our articles below filled with tons of gardening advice and tips can help you grow plants that you can be proud of. We’ve got the information you need to make you dreams of being an avid home gardener a reality.
Now is the time to protect your plants from all of winter’s perils.Winter is fast approaching and with it cold weather, snow, freezing rain and all the other winter hazards that can wreak havoc on your plants. In this article, you will find several tips to help you protect your plants from winter’s woes. With our help, your garden will be safeguarded from Jack Frost and all his mischief.
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After you carve that Jack o’Lantern, what are you supposed to do with all those seeds?Seeds are easy to store and can be used as a healthy snack or to plant for the next season.
Below are some helpful tips for removing and cleaning your pumpkin seeds. Also, there is an easy recipe for making Roasted Pumpkin Seeds.
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In this beautiful change of seasons, the plant on everyone’s mind is the pumpkin.Whether it is carved into a jack o’lantern, incorporated in a centerpiece, baked into pies, or transformed into a carriage, pumpkins are the premier vegetable of fall.
When growing the perfect pumpkin, there are a few details to keep in mind. Here are some helpful tips for a great pumpkin harvest. read more »
Did you know that Ladybugs love to snack on Aphids?But what are aphids? Aphids are small, pear-shaped insects that can reproduce so rapidly, you can have an infestation on your hands within a few weeks.
They can be green, black, brown, yellow, or pink and feed by sucking the sap from plants. When doing so, they secrete a substance called honeydew which is sticky and sweet. This attracts ants and can also result in black fungus.
All in all, aphids can spell disaster to your hard work. There are many ways to save your garden, including pesticides. But we offer some natural, creative solutions to rid your garden from these destructive little insects. read more »
Herbs can be a simple and rewarding addition to your garden.Grown in containers or within your outdoor garden, herbs have many practical uses in your home. Typically used for flavoring food, herbs can also be used to treat illnesses and to fragrance your home.
Here are five types of herbs that will make a flavorful addition to your garden.
Basil is an annual herb with a flavor that is warm and spicy. This herb can be used as a base in pestos or as an accent with meat and fish. Any tomato dish can also benefit from a sprinkle of fresh basil.
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For a gardener, the winter is a time to stop, rest, and plan for the next season.To keep your work from being ruined this winter, take these steps to prepare your garden for the cold.
Learn what you need to do to survive winter’s cooler temps.
Time to break out the rake. Cleaning up old vegetation and dead weeds will remove spores and eggs from pests that could harm your garden with disease.
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Looking forward to a reprieve from Lawn Care?Take advantage of the cooler temperatures to get your lawn into tip top condition for the spring season.
Different areas call for different winter care, here are some helpful tips for getting your lawn ready for the winter season.
Before winter comes, it is important to get your lawn ready for the spring before it stops growing. Taking the time now will give you a healthy, beautiful lawn when warmer temps roll around. read more »