If you want to kill weeds instead of flowers, you only need one small item. Your life will never be the same again. Do you hate pulling weeds in flower beds? This post is for you! A few weeks ago, I told you about a great Spectracide product I was going to try. Well, I … Read more
For hundreds of years, planting in tall pots has been used to grow seeds and make plant arrangements easier. Now, the plant pots themselves have also been a source of decoration in a home or garden. Different styles and types of materials have been used to make these decorative planters over time to meet the … Read more
Umbels can be purchased in our Online Garlic Store. Select them from the cultivars product page drop-down menu. Each product page provides information about how many bulbils are, on average, contained within each umbel. We allow a good number of umbels to grow to maturity for each cultivar. But if you know ahead of time … Read more
As a sunflower lover it can be alarming to see those bright green leaves suddenly mottled with dark splotches. But don’t despair! With some detective work you can get to the root of the issue and restore your sunflowers’ radiance. Examining the Leaves The first step is examining the affected leaves closely. Are the spots … Read more
Your peas are growing and have produced a good crop. You may be wondering when to pick peas for the best flavor and long-lasting nutrients. Learning when to harvest peas isnt difficult. The best time to pick peas depends on when they were planted, how they grew, and what kind of pea they are. Picking … Read more
While I study plant biotechnology, I often think about how bad it is for nature when people don’t know enough about it or spread false information. That is why I am so passionate about bringing people and nature closer together again. Favourite fruit: raspberries, strawberries and pineapple Favourite vegetables: courgettes, broccoli and cucumbers. Rhododendron blooms … Read more
Aerating and scarifying are two common lawn care practices that help improve the health and appearance of grass. While they sound similar and both involve mechanical tools, aerators and scarifiers are actually quite different. As a homeowner trying to maintain a lush, green lawn, it’s important to understand what sets these tools apart What Does … Read more
A common challenge that many cat owners will inevitably deal with is the smell of kitty droppings. Cat feces have a foul smell, which can easily disrupt the air quality in your home. So, letting your cat go to the bathroom outside can save you the trouble of cleaning up and dealing with the smell … Read more
Salvias are usually pretty easy to grow and don’t have many problems with pests or diseases. If you do have any problems, they’re probably because of the environment, how they’re placed, or how well you take care of them. Salvias usually do best in full sun and soil that doesn’t stay soggy. However, the exact … Read more
It is common to cut seed potatoes before planting them. This will save seeds and help your garden grow more plants. As the weather starts to warm a bit in the spring it’s time to plant your seed potatoes. No matter what garden zone you live in, you should plant potatoes without any frost protection … Read more