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Timothy hay is a common forage crop that is grown all over the world and fed to horses and other animals. This is a good grass that is full of fiber and nutrients, making it perfect for animals that need to eat a lot of fiber. Timothy hay needs to be cut, ted, and raked. … Read more
String Of Pearls are very popular and beloved succulent houseplants. They have a shallow root system but yours will need a new pot at some point. This tells you when to repot String Of Pearls, what kind of potting mix to use, how to do it, and what to do afterward. I want to share … Read more
Companion planting is a practice thats been used in gardening since the dawn of agriculture. Simply put, companion planting is growing plants near other plants that benefit each other in various ways. Some companion plants help deter insects and other pests from their vulnerable companions. Other companion plants can reduce the risk of fungal, bacterial, … Read more
Gladiolus, also known as Sword Lily, is a stunning perennial flower that blooms in the summer. The name is actually derived from the Latin word for sword, ‘gladius’. The many varieties of Gladioli come in all sorts of colors, bright and soft. You’ll find them with single color, bi-color, and even tri-color petals. They look … Read more
In today’s post we are focusing on houseplants that can tolerate that bright South-facing room in your space. People who are looking for homes love living in the south because the rooms are warm and sunny for most of the day in the spring and summer. Because of the strong, intense, and hot light in … Read more
Roma grows a lot of bright red, meaty, egg-shaped tomatoes that are about 3 inches long and have few seeds. These tomatoes are great for making tomato paste and sauces. This tomato is not juicy. This is not a slicing tomato. Instead, the flesh is thick and drier so that it will cook down into … Read more
What one gardener may welcome, another will criticize. Star of Bethlehem plants are a great example. If the plant is rampant in unwanted spaces. you may need to step in. Defining what is actually a “weed” can be tricky. For one gardener, a wild species is welcome, whereas another gardener will criticize the same plant. … Read more
Dahlias are one of the most stunning flowers that can brighten up any garden. Their vibrant colors and unique forms make them a favorite for many gardeners. One question that often comes up is how many blooms you can get from a single dahlia tuber. In this article, we’ll explore that in detail. What is … Read more
Some of the links below are affiliate links, which means that if you click on them and then buy something, I will get paid for it. Regardless, I only link to products we use on our homestead or believe in. When should you prune a fruit tree? The answer might surprise you: it depends! In … Read more
Trees and pests just don’t get along. That’s it, right? Well, things aren’t so simple when it comes to the ants that live near the roots and stems of our trees. The good news is that some ants are actually good for us. They can even help us take better care of our trees. Others … Read more