The Junior Barber Academy, located in Manayunk and led by the P. Michael Boone Foundation, is teaching young students between the ages of 12 and 18 the skills of barbering. The Academy and 21 other area nonprofits received grant funding in June from the Philadelphia District Attorney’s offic…. The Power of Prayer in the Garden … Read more
If you’re looking to add a burst of color to your vegetable garden, Bright Lights swiss chard is a great option. This eye-catching variety produces vibrant red, pink, orange, yellow, and white stems with glossy green leaves. In this article, I’ll share some key details on growing these colorful chard plants successfully. An Overview of … Read more
Most garden sites tell you to rip open the seed heads wearing leather gloves and using pliers. My method doesn’t need any of that, and if you harvest at the right time, it will give you hundreds of seeds… After being fully dried, you can store the seeds for two years in an envelope or … Read more
Sweet potatoes are not usually planted the same way as are white potatoes. Planting white potatoes in the early spring means putting a whole sweet potato in the ground. The cold weather will stop the sweet potato from growing, and it might even go bad. Because of this, planting “slips” after the last frost date … Read more
From small projects to corporations our API powers over 10,000 integrations. Get started with the API thats built for business and trusted by developers. One of the most visually striking peony flower varieties combines bright pink petals with vibrant yellow centers. This bold color contrast makes these peonies real showstoppers in the late spring garden. … Read more
Welcome, fellow composters! Today we’re going to talk about a problem that a lot of composters have: how to keep rats and mice out of your compost bin. Don’t worry—we have some helpful advice to keep those pesky rodents away. As an avid gardener and composter, I’ve had my fair share of experiences with unexpected … Read more
The saying “please don’t eat the daisies” is an idiomatic phrase that has been used in various contexts over the years But what exactly does it mean and where did it originate from? This article will explore the background, definition, and usage of this quirky expression The Origins and History The phrase “please don’t eat … Read more
Bare root plants are perennial plants that are dug up and stored while they are dormant, or in the resting phase of their life cycle, when they are still alive but not growing. They’re stored without soil, therefore, leaving the roots exposed or bare. There are clear benefits to storing shrubs and trees in this … Read more
Growing juicy crisp cucumbers is a goal for many home gardeners. But should you start cucumber seeds directly in the garden or get a head start by growing transplants indoors? This common question has good arguments on both sides. Let’s dive into the pros and cons of each method to help you decide the best … Read more
In the middle of summer, your lawn is looking pretty bad, and you’re wondering about leatherjackets, those ugly bugs you may see pushing up through dead spots and dry grass. Read on to learn more about destructive leatherjacket pests and leatherjacket grub control. Gardeners dread those irregular dead patches appearing in the lawn each spring. … Read more