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Homemade Insecticidal Soap Recipe Choices
Did you know that home gardeners have been using homemade insecticidal soap for a long time? Fish-oil soap used to be the common solution…
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Make the Most of Windowsills & Small Spaces
Here’s a guide to making any windowsill or small space come alive with plants, herbs, and even flowers!
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Best Plants For Container Gardening
In this article, we will discuss a dozen of the top picks for creating a container garden that delivers a powerful visual impact.
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What Are The Best Flowering Trellis Plants?
Choosing the ideal trellis plants that flower can be a challenging decision. There are plenty of climbing plants and flowering vines for growing on…
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The Importance Of Potassium For Plants
It’s simple, you need potassium for plants if you want healthy plants. It’s vital that you have the right amount of potassium in your…
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How To Winterize Roses and Rose Bushes
We get asked every year on: “How to prepare rose bushes for winter? How do I winterize roses?” There are many different types of…
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On Picking The Right Garden Fertilizer
Most soil usually does not contain enough nutrients to help plants reach optimum performance and growth levels. Even the very best garden soil becomes…
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Companion Plants For Tomatoes
Some people believe in tomato companion plants and others think it is some old wives tale. Growing friendly plants together is said to help…
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Cactus Propagation: How To Propagate Cactus Plants
It’s easy to grow cactus from grafts, seeds or cuttings if you know how. The propagation method of cactus you choose depends on the…
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To quote Bruce Cockburn, "I'm going to the country…sunshine smile on me."
One last stop that is definitely on my “to do” list is a visit to local Carp vineyards and winery where they grow both…
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11 Colorful Summer Flowers That Beat The Heat
Which summer flowers help you light up the hottest dog days of summertime? Below are 11 flowers that bloom all summer and an tips…
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Backyard Landscaping Ideas For Small Yards
A townhouse garden can be a place to getaway, enjoy nature, go tropical or just getting outside. The smallest backyard and garden, well-arranged and…
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Railing Planters Bring Color To Outdoor Living
Railing planters help fix one of the downsides of living in an apartment in a big city (or any city for that matter). The…
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Neoregelia Bromeliad Care Tips
Tip the adult plant out of its pot and gently cut the offsets loose using a very sharp, clean knife or clippers. Be careful…
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Houseplants For South Facing Windows
The bright natural light of southern exposure provides plenty of energy for hungry plants. But, you must remember that the glass of the window…
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Coffee Grounds for Plants
You’ve heard that adding coffee grounds to your compost speeds decomposition and adds much-needed nitrogen to the compost. Coffee grounds are good for plants…
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Nosey Rosy – Guide to a Rose Garden
Rose gardens are one of the most classic pieces you can add to your landscape. With some love and regular upkeep, they can last…
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Growing Perfect Plants For Balcony, Deck, Patio and Front Entry
Container gardening is very popular today, but it’s not new. People have been growing container plants for centuries, and there are favorites found in…
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35 of the Best Houseplants For Your Home!
NASA recommends adding houseplants to your home environment to help clean the air and overall improve indoor air quality. Common sense will tell you…
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Improve your Gardening Soil for a Vibrant Garden
Do you want a rich, vibrant garden? This super collection of five items can supercharge your soil and improve garden growth. The solution may…
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Gardening Hand Tools for Planting and Cultivating
Just how important are garden hand tools? Well, you wouldn’t have much of a garden without them. Hand planting tools constitute the backbone of…
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Prayer Plant Care – How To Grow Maranta Leuconeura
Maranta leuconeura is known as the “Prayer Plant.” The reason why? Marantas fold their leaves into a huddle at night and go to “sleep.”…
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How to Care and Propagate The Superb Calathea
Calathea is a tropical plant also known as the Zebra Plant or Zebrina Plant (Calathea zebrina). These plants are used mainly for their vibrant…
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Flowers with Vegetables: Beauty and the Eats
Master Gardener Judith Cox gave a presentation on how to grow flowers and vegetables together for beauty and food.
