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A cinder block garden bed is strong and looks great. If you place these creative and useful structures in the right places, they will make your green space look better. Regarding DIY projects, the creativity of those with green fingers knows no bounds. Cinder blocks have made a name for themselves as an unusual but … Read more
Zinnias prefer full sun, but they can tolerate partial shade. However, they may not produce as many flowers or grow as tall in shaded areas. If you have to put zinnias somewhere that gets some shade, pick a spot that gets at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight every day. Zinnias are known … Read more
Gravel driveways are great for many reasons. They are one of the least expensive types of driveways, and they can also look good and let people get in and out of your parking lot. If the gravel isn’t stabilized, though, it’s easy for these driveways to spread and get rutted as the gravel moves away … Read more
Waiting on Grass A Guide to EZ Seed Germination Times Seeded a bare spot or thin lawn with EZ Seed? Now your patience is being tested waiting for those grass sprouts to pop up. When can you expect visible results? Let’s dig into the factors that influence EZ Seed germination. What is EZ Seed? EZ … Read more
Lemongrass is a tropical grass that is easy to grow at home from seed Its citrusy, ginger-like flavor makes it a must for Thai and other Southeast Asian cuisine The fragrant leaves can also be made into a refreshing tea. Lemongrass grows quickly into a large, ornamental clump that can be overwintered indoors in colder … Read more
Oxalis Triangularis is one of the most sought-after houseplants. Lucky shamrocks look great in any setting, whether they are lime green (Oxalis Regnelli), bicolor, deep purple, or a shade in between (Oxalis Sanne). Plus, they are very easy to grow!. Oxalis, also known as wood sorrel or shamrocks, are a classic and easy-to-grow bulb that … Read more
I have read a lot of gardening books over the years, and they all have great tips, but they are all a bit different. I couldn’t find a book that followed a plant from seed to harvest to dinner plate and taught the gardener what to do at every important step. Beginning a basil seed, … Read more
Climbing roses can make a big impact in the garden. These aggressive growers will make sunny, vertical structures more interesting, and they can grow many feet in a season even in poor soil. Climbers can cover any fence or wall in flowers, but only if you train and cut them back the right way. If … Read more
Not hard to grow, azaleas are loved for their early, showy blooms. When they don’t do well, it’s usually because of an imbalance in their environment or nutrition. Like all species in the rhododendron family, azaleas are acid-loving plants. Maintaining the correct pH level of 4. 5 to 6. 0 is key to the health … Read more
Grape vines require careful summer pruning and trimming to maximize their health and productivity While grape vines are generally low-maintenance, proper pruning encourages higher yields and prevents overgrowth issues In this beginner’s guide, we’ll cover when and how to trim your grape vines during the summer growing season. Why Summer Trimming is Essential Grape vines … Read more