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You likely know how important it is to take care of your plants if you like them or have a “green thumb.” One common issue that many plant lovers face is the problem of croton root bound. In this in-depth guide, we’ll talk about all the reasons why treating croton root bound is so important … Read more

As a carrot grower, you love watching those feathery greens poke up from the garden soil. But once germinated, carrot seedlings don’t like to be disrupted. Transplanting stresses their sensitive taproots. With care, however, you can move seedlings successfully so they can continue developing into sweet, crunchy carrots. Transplanting allows flexibility in using space. You … Read more

From springtime to fall, wasps are standard backyard visitors. These pests eat your flower garden, fruit trees, and berry bushes, making you interact with them in ways that you don’t want to and that are often painful! You may see wasps outside, but they can sometimes get inside. If this happens, you may be wondering … Read more

Soil testing provides key information to farmers, gardeners and landscapers for effective fertilizer and soil amendment management. Two important values on a standard soil test report are pH and buffer pH. While pH reveals the current acidity or alkalinity of the soil, buffer pH provides additional insight into how resistant the soil is to pH … Read more

Wisteria is a gorgeous flowering vine that has become a garden staple thanks to its cascading purple and white blooms that emerge in spring and early summer. Of the two most popular wisteria varieties, white wisteria (Wisteria frutescens ‘Alba’) is highly sought-after for its rarer and more delicate flowers With proper care, wisteria vines can … Read more

Looking to start or plan a vegetable garden this year? Do you want to keep squirrels out of your raised garden beds so they can’t eat your plants or dig for seeds? This post has an easy and cheap DIY solution for you. Other animals that like to eat plants, like birds and deer, will … Read more

  The purple prickly pear cactus (Opuntia violacea) is a popular and attractive variant of the common prickly pear cactus. With its vibrant purple pads and bright yellow flowers, it adds a pop of color to any xeric garden. If you’re looking to purchase a purple prickly pear, here’s what you need to know. Overview … Read more

Raising seeds and nurturing delicate seedlings is one of the most rewarding parts of gardening. But nothing is more heartbreaking than seeing your precious sprouts get devoured overnight by hungry critters and nasty bugs. Don’t let pests destroy all your hard work this season! Here are 4 easy DIY methods for protecting tender seedlings from … Read more

If fuzzy green moss is invading your lawn you may be looking for an organic moss killer to get rid of it safely. While chemical moss killers containing ferrous sulfate or iron sulfate are effective, they can also pose risks to pets beneficial soil organisms, and nearby water sources. Thankfully, there are several organic, non-toxic … Read more