Seed starting is the highlight of a new garden for many. Having a good place to start seeds is essential for success, and finding the perfect setup can be difficult when so many options are available. Seed starting supplies can…
Cantaloupe is one melon staple to grow each summer, giving us an unrivaled and distinct sweet flavor. While it’s relatively easy to grow, it can be particular in its needs, as it requires ample space, sunlight, and water. Due to…
If you have moles that visit your garden then you are sure to have some problems — they dig holes, mess up flower beds, and damage plant roots. If you don’t want to go the route of poison or pest…
Few things are better than a plump, red tomato straight from the vine. Gardeners everywhere are in constant pursuit of this rich reward. While some growing hacks are hotly debated, like the virtues and drawbacks of cracking an egg into…
Companion planting is a helpful gardening practice that groups particular plants together to enhance growth. Certain plants have positive relationships that can deter pests, create microclimates, or provide nutrients to one another. One example of a beneficial pairing is planting…
Cornstarch is a common household staple, and you’ll find a box or bottle of the white powder in most kitchens. It’s typically used as a thickening agent, tossed into everything from marinades to casseroles. However, in addition to turning watery…
Taking care of aloe vera plants is a breeze most of the time, but occasionally they are plagued by a few painfully common pests such as aphids. Aphids also torment gardeners who grow roses, among many other plants. They love…
When you choose to be a plant parent and decorate your yard with gorgeous vegetation, then you have to be prepared to really work for the health and success of your garden. Plants are just like kids or pets —…
Ants are typically drawn to houseplants for two main reasons: the presence of pests and the moisture that the soil provides. These factors make your houseplants the perfect environment for ants to burrow in. Adopting a multifaceted approach is the key…
While moles won’t typically eat the vegetables growing in your garden, they will dig tunnels that could destroy your plants and your yard. A mole’s diet mainly consists of insects, which it finds by digging through the ground. In their…