Garden Hack: How to Use Tea Bags as Seed Starters
Enjoying a cup of tea is always a bit of a guilty pleasure. If you don’t have access to a compost pile, that tea bag has to go in the trash. (Plus, not all tea bags can be composted —…
Enjoying a cup of tea is always a bit of a guilty pleasure. If you don’t have access to a compost pile, that tea bag has to go in the trash. (Plus, not all tea bags can be composted —…
Is your maize in a daze? Is your corn looking forlorn? It might indeed surprise you to find that it’s not uncommon to be a corn-killer. But do not despair, for there’s hope for you yet! We’ll show you what…
Dealing with an unexpected invasion of wasps can be quite a hassle, especially when you just want to relax and enjoy your outdoor surroundings with your family and pets. These pesky insects can ruin your outdoor experience and even pose…
Tomatoes are a popular garden staple, but they often attract unwanted attention from various pests. This is where catnip comes in as your gardening hero. Known scientifically as Nepeta cataria, this perennial herb is a distinguished member of the mint…
Hummingbirds are fascinating creatures that can brighten any space with their vibrant plumage and flappy wings. So, it’s no wonder that homeowners hang bird feeders filled with sugary syrup mimicking flower nectar to attract them to their backyard and enjoy…
Overwintering is a technique gardeners use to keep pepper plants alive during the harsh winter months, ensuring they’re ready to produce in the next growing season. This method is a boon for those residing in colder climates, preventing the hard…
The butterfly bush (Buddleja davidii) is a beautiful specimen that’s native to China, and it is a producer of exorbitant amounts of pollen that attract countless pollinators. While on the surface this might seem innocent enough, this bush is actually very invasive…
Spider plants are one of the most common species chosen as houseplants. They’re members of the lily family known for producing long tendrils (like spider legs!) that spill gracefully over their pots. They’re also excellent air purifiers that thrive in acidic…
Gardening can be hard work, but having the right tools will make it much easier. You may enjoy digging your hands into the soil, but if you have a large garden or the weather makes being outdoors unpleasant, you’ll wish…
Planting hibiscus flowers (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) in your garden would add beauty and pops of color, like pink, yellow, red, and orange to your backyard. They have thin paper-like petals in a trumpet shape with a yellow-colored anther in the center. Often…