Your nighttime routine is rejuvenating. The day’s stressors are behind you, you take a nice long shower, moisturize your skin, put on your favorite pair of pajamas, and slip under the covers. You would think that you’d wake up the…
Baking ingredients often find their way from the kitchen to the garden. Sea salt, for example, helps plants take up water and nutrients. Sugar boosts soil microorganism populations. Fermented dairy – think buttermilk and yogurt – is a fertilizer. But one common ingredient…
A beautiful, yet unnerving truth of life as a human is aging: we all progressively, inevitably change. For instance, as the years fly by you not only age chronologically – adding years to your life – you also develop and…
Throughout history, we have waged a battle against mosquitoes, these tiny pests leaving us frustrated and itchy. Traditional repellents can be harsh and unpleasant, but there is a natural solution that could help you enjoy bug-free summers. Vanilla extract not…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Mid-summer can be a brutal time to start a little tray of seedlings outdoors or in a greenhouse. Luckily, HGTV has a nifty approach for a little grow station that…
While some of us may thrive as early birds awake at the crack of dawn, others find themselves to be most alert during the hours of the night. Although being a night owl may have its perks, Lisa Kruger, PhD,…
Jade plants are commonly affected by mealybugs, which are small insects that feed on the plant’s juices and leave a sticky, protective residue on the leaves. Mealybugs can be a real nuisance, especially when they infest the plant indoors. In…
If you wish to add the beautiful and fragrant jasmine plant to your garden, there are several methods you can use to propagate it. Whether you prefer starting jasmine from seeds or rooting jasmine cuttings, we have some helpful tips…
Dahlias are a popular part of many gardeners’ landscapes due to their stunning colors and long blooming period. However, as winter approaches, it’s important to properly store dahlia tubers to ensure they survive until the next growing season. One resource…
Originating from Asia, crepe myrtle trees (Lagerstroemia indica) have become a beloved staple in gardens across the United States, particularly in the South. However, keeping this flowering tree that’s perfect for your yard alive means fighting the pests that frequently threaten it,…
