Germination is an exciting time for any gardener. After patiently waiting for your seeds to sprout, seeing those first little green shoots poke up through the soil is incredibly rewarding. However, the work is not done after germination. There are several important steps to ensure your seedlings grow into strong, healthy plants. In this comprehensive … Read more
Keeping your pond clean and healthy is essential for maintaining a thriving ecosystem for fish, plants, and other wildlife. But when debris, muck, and algae accumulate, your pond can become an unsightly mess. Cleaning out a pond thoroughly is a job that requires some work, but following these key steps will have your pond sparkling … Read more
Japanese sweet potatoes, also known as satsumaimo, are a delicious and nutritious vegetable to grow. Their creamy texture and sweet, chestnut-like flavor make them excellent for roasting, mashing, or adding to soups and stews Here is a comprehensive guide on how to plant Japanese sweet potatoes so you can enjoy a bountiful harvest Overview of … Read more
Oak trees are majestic trees that can live for hundreds of years and grow to massive sizes. Transplanting an oak tree properly is crucial to ensuring its health and longevity in its new location. The timing of transplantation is one of the most important factors for success. Transplanting an oak at the wrong time of … Read more
When crabapple trees start fruiting in late summer and fall, most people don’t know what to do with the tart little fruits other than let them litter the ground. But there are so many delicious ways to use crab apples! Crab apples are the smaller, wild predecessors of our modern cultivated apples. They have an … Read more
With their vibrant flowers and hardy nature, oleanders are a popular ornamental shrub. However, oleander’s beauty belies a deadly secret – all parts of the plant contain toxic compounds that can be harmful if ingested. This makes disposing of oleander clippings after pruning a risky affair. Proper precautions are crucial when handling cuttings to avoid … Read more
Growing plants indoors can be challenging, especially when it comes to providing the right environment. A grow box allows you to control lighting, temperature, humidity and more to help your plants thrive. The best part is you can build your own DIY grow box on a budget using common materials and basic tools. What is … Read more
A wire trellis is a classic garden accent that adds beautiful vertical interest to any outdoor space. Wire trellises are commonly used as a support structure for vining plants, letting them climb up the wires in an attractive crisscross pattern. But beyond function, a wire trellis makes a chic decorative statement on its own, bringing … Read more
Losing a beloved pet can be absolutely heartbreaking. After going through the pain of saying goodbye, the last thing you want is for their final resting place to be disturbed. Unfortunately, clever foxes have a habit of digging up freshly buried pets. Their strong sense of smell draws them to the recent disturbance in the … Read more
Brussels sprouts are a cool weather crop that requires patience to grow but the sweet nutty flavor of homegrown sprouts is worth the wait. Learning the key stages of growth will help ensure your Brussels sprouts thrive from seed to harvest. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through each phase so you know what to … Read more