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Crocus are an easy-to-grow flower that returns year after year. They don’t require a lot of maintenance and add beautiful color to your garden. When planting Crocus bulbs you want to plant them September through December (in most areas of the country) before the ground …
Three years ago we planted our first grapevine in the backyard. We’ve been vegetable gardening for decades but now wanted to try growing our own fruits. That summer I planted 3 grapevines but only 1 made it through the growing season. Fast forward 3 years …
We’ve been gardening in our backyard for the past 13 years. We’re by no means expert gardeners! With that said, over the years we’ve learned quite a few important things. For example, every vegetable, fruit or plant that you grow has specific soil requirements. If …
Stepping Stone Garden Paths can be used in place of a little sidewalk, to add beauty to your garden area or to designate walking areas (paths) through your property. They’re typically affordable and you can find them in a wide variety of designs and sizes. …
Looking for a way to re-use a few of those plastic ground coffee canisters? Instead of tossing them away…use them as houseplant containers! The one that I used in this project is a large one that contained Folders Ground Coffee (originally a red plastic canister). …
A Burro’s Tail is a succulent plant that is easy-to-grow as an indoor houseplant. It needs very little care. The Burro’s Tail is sometimes called a Donkey’s Tail…but they are indeed the same plant. Here’s 7 tips for caring and growing the Burro’s Tail indoors …
Roundup, a widely used herbicide manufactured by the agrochemical company Monsanto (now owned by Bayer), has been a go-to solution for gardeners and farmers alike. Its active ingredient, glyphosate, is known for its effectiveness in killing unwanted weeds. However, mounting scientific evidence and controversial legal …
Garden flags are a great way to decorate your outdoor spaces. You can display decorative flags to reflect the season, current holiday, favorite sport’s team, or any other thing that interests you. They add a nice pop of color and can be a conversation piece …