We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Did you know there’s an ingredient you can add to your garden to help your plants thrive? You have probably heard of limestone before, but the lime powder made from…
Take a trip through time with us. You’ve just hopped off the school bus after a long, hard day at school. You kick your wheelie sneakers off at the front door and rush to your childhood bedroom where you toss…
Thanks to their perfumed, quaint blooms, rose bushes (Rosa spp.) have collected a host of admirers, from gardeners to fungal spores. As the wet spring months melt into the summer’s sweltering heat, Diplocarpon rosae, a fungal pathogen, troubles roses. The…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. While it may seem like a good reason not to go outside, snow on your deck isn’t ideal. You may need to remove it so your dogs can safely make…
If you have a greenhouse, you know how crucial proper ventilation is for the health and growth of your plants. Some greenhouses have roof vents that can be manually operated, while others have automatic vents that open and close on…
Blue wildflowers add vibrant lines of color to gardens and meadows, attracting both humans and wildlife. Many blue wildflowers are natives, like the delicate Ithuriels spear and the columbine, with its bright-colored flowers. Planting blue wildflowers like the phlox and…
Reproducing rose bushes is a skill that every rose gardener should have in their arsenal. Taking rose cuttings is one of the most common and effective methods to propagate new plants. By understanding the proper techniques and following the right…
Strong chemicals like pesticides and chemical fertilizers have long been the go-to solution for lawn care. However, they’re not only tough on your wallet, but they also come with numerous environmental, health, and safety concerns. Maybe you’re worried about the…
We all love a nice, green, healthy-looking lawn. But sometimes, we lack the knowledge to care for our lawn correctly to make it flourish, and we damage it by scalping it. As gardening lovers call it, “scalping your lawn” is…
Lowbush blueberries are a delicious fruit that is warm loved by many. These small fruit-bearing shrubs are not only tasty but also serve as a pollinator for other plants. Lowbush blueberries are usually found in the wild and grow in…
