This week, Judith reveals the merits of joining a horticultural society, how to prepare fairy gardens for winter, and thoughts on recycling pots. On Saturday I helped with a project that has been ongoing for almost two years. Our horticultural society has adopted a park and we are filling it with native plants. We are…
Growing weed outside in the winter is possible, but it’s a challenging and involved process. As an annual plant with a spring-and-summer development season, marijuana requires delicate care to thrive in frigid environments. Can you take your weed seeds outdoors in a freezing country? Yes, as long as you time it right and make suitable…
With Halloween around the corner, let’s have a bit of fun. Here are five scary plants that would do any fright night justice. Venus Flytrap (Dionaea Muscipula) Starting off the show is an all time favorite and one of the most famous of scary plants – the Venus flytrap. Once called by Charles Darwin…
It’s time to set the stage for brilliant spring color by choosing bulbs to plant in the fall to enjoy in your beds, borders, and containers in the spring. Plant before the middle of October for sheer joy next spring. For the optimal visual effect, plant in multiple groupings of 10–20 bulbs around existing perennials and…
Gardeners who covet a crimson crush of color in October should look no further than a burning bush, Euonymous alatus. Almost any garden site and soil condition is sufficient for this super hardy shrub, although the brightest fall leaf colour appears on only those planted in a full-sun location. Burning bush shrubs are incredibly eye-catching,…
Mushrooms can be a bit of a mystery. Some people are terrified of them, thinking they might be poisonous. Others see them as a delicious addition to their dinner menu. But what about mushrooms in your garden? Are they helpful or harmful? Contrary to popular belief, mushrooms aren’t harmful to your garden, in fact, they…
Wondering how to use neem oil as a natural fungicide on plants? Find out below. Neem oil is a vegetable oil that, in addition to its many benefits, protects plants from insects, mites, or fungal infestations. It is completely safe to use, and won’t harm people or animals or endanger wildlife in any other way….
Dividing aloe into several smaller ones is a great way to propagate new plants. More aloe vera plants, for example, will allow you to make aloe gel, which has many uses. Smaller plants can be given to friends and family or used in other projects. It is also a great way to save money by…
The use of the Rain Barrel in the garden continues to grow in popularity. What Is A Rain Barrel? It’s simply a container, often 50 -80 gallons in size, used to harvest and store captured rainwater draining from roof runoff.
Keep your dog out of your garden and your precious flowerbeds without limiting their freedom. Sometimes it’s not so much the flowers and plants you are worried about as opposed to your dog, who may ingest something toxic. Is there a way to still let your fur baby roam around in nature while keeping them…
The spike mats worked to keep the chipmunks away. The areas where I had put spike mats were not touched, so that was encouraging. I placed more spike mats and put wooden barbecue skewers with the pointy end up everywhere else. Now my garden looks like a porcupine. Greetings fellow gardeners, Soon it will be…
Raised garden beds have become increasingly popular in recent years. It’s easy to see why: raised beds are tidy, accessible, and simple to maintain. They also help make growing your own vegetables much easier. Raised bed gardening is also an ideal solution for those who have limited access to outdoor space or don’t want…
Overwatering plants can drown them, lead to root rot, attract unwanted pests, among other nasty effects. Sometimes heavy rains wash through gardens or cloudy days cause routine watering schedules to overwater plants. Use these tips to prevent overwatering plants no matter where you live. How Do You Know If You Are Overwatering Your Plants? Overwatering…
Plant diseases can ruin your day! If you have several ornamental or edible plants in your garden, it’s a good idea to have a strategy to identify plant diseases and take immediate action to stop the spread of the disease in infected plants. Why Does the Garden Get Infected by Pests and Microbes? Plants are…
Transplant shock is typical when moving plants from a small container to a bigger one, from the greenhouse to the outdoors or transplanting into the garden for plants to wilt.
Epsom salts come in handy and help the roots overcome the transplant shock.
All season gardening provides many benefits. By incorporating the right type of gardening into your routine, you can save money on your grocery bill and also surprise the www.kissbrides.com girl that you have fresh produce available when it’s suitable for eating. Here are some garden tips for how to enjoy growing splendid butterfly flowers in…
My spring garden is bursting with new life. Isn’t this the most glorious time of the year? I am overwhelmed by how green and growing everything is and how vibrant the colours are. Bulbs start to grow, which always makes me happy, and I marvel at how they each have their own way of glowing….
Whether you have a small plot, a backyard, or a balcony, updating and revamping your garden regularly will enable you to make the most of the space. We like to create places in our house where we can spend our leisure time or enjoy partying with family and friends. Gardens are well suited for this…
What is Hardening Off? Hardening Off is the act of progressively acclimating an indoor plant to the outdoors before transplanting it outside. This gradual acclimatization to direct sunshine, wind, rain, and temperature variations is critical to preventing damage to your fragile plants. What Happens If You Don’t Harden Off? Worse case: you can kill the…
While it is said to have medical benefits, I would not grow burdock as it is so invasive and difficult to control. Greetings fellow gardeners, Today it is sunny and spring-like with a blustery warning looming on the horizon. That is the joy of spring. Like a broken record I ask that you stay…
Here is a list of basics steps that a gardener can follow. The more natives you incorporate into your garden, the happier flora and insects will be. Start small Redesign small patches of your existing garden – or, even better, create a brand-new planting on the edge of an existing garden or behind, or in…
As the warmer weather rolls in, it’s time to think about doing a spring clean-up. This will let you make sure that the yard and landscape are looking as good. Often, a few small projects will make a big difference. Let’s discover some of the best tips you can use this spring, and which spring…
Softened water can affect plants in ways that range from relatively harmless to severely damaging. Many modern homes utilize a built-in water softening system hooked directly to their plumbing. If you live in an area with particularly hard water, there’s a good chance you have one yourself. Softened water has countless proven health benefits, especially…
If have a dog, you understand the need to have a dog friendly garden. The excitement and curiosity of visitors to your garden may prove too much for dogs and pups. There’s little as disheartening as watching an energetic, friendly pup galloping around your carefully created border beds destroying those gorgeous plants that took months…
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