Rachel Now that summer is over, and as we transition to fall’s warm hues, it is time to roll up your sleeves to prepare your garden or yard for the coming seasons. Incorporate perennials into your outdoor spaces to enhance their beauty and create a landscape that will reward you with years of vibrant, low-maintenance growth. … Read more
Coffee grounds are a gift that keeps giving, from the heavenly flavor they provide beverages to high caffeine content. But that’s not all; coffee grounds have essential nutrients necessary for plant growth. Therefore, consider fertilizing your plants with it instead of disposing of it. However, not all plants are equally receptive to coffee grounds as … Read more
Do you have soggy spots in your garden or live in a wet climate? Introducing vegetation to these places can be tricky, especially since most plants shun overly wet conditions, often preferring to keep their feet drier. However, some plants revel in damp soil, thriving in boggy areas. Embrace and take advantage of plants that … Read more
To cats, your garden looks like a giant, inviting litterbox with soft, fresh soil, mulch, or sand they can use to relieve themselves. Cats are adorable little creatures who are naturally curious, playful, and sometimes mysterious and will enthusiastically use your garden as their playground and even litter box. Cats, whether yours or the neighbors’, … Read more
Some plants love basking in full sunlight and revel in heat, thriving in conditions that would make other species wither and die. However, this doesn’t mean growing plants in these conditions isn’t challenging. To succeed, you must choose plants that not only flourish in these conditions but also showcase their beauty effortlessly. In this guide, … Read more
Like us, plants need nutrients to grow, thrive, and defend themselves from pests and diseases. Store-bought fertilizers offer convenience, variety, quick results, and consistency. However, before rushing to a garden center, there’s another option — natural homemade fertilizers. Have you ever thought of making natural plant fertilizers at home? It is easy, and the ingredients … Read more
Tomato leaf curl is more than just an aesthetic concern; it’s often a symptom of underlying problems. You need the leaves of your tomato plants to be healthy and lush to aid the production of those delicious tomato fruits. Curled tomato leaves are a course for concern, but don’t worry; this doesn’t mean your plants … Read more
Tall perennial flowers hold a special place in gardens. With their towering heights and vibrant blossoms, these majestic plants add a dramatic vertical element to landscapes. You can’t go wrong with tall perennial flowers if you want an impressive focal point, vertical dimension, or a privacy screen. Even the smallest garden can feel grand and … Read more
As their name suggests, squash bugs are a bane of summer and winter squash plants and other cucurbit family plants such as pumpkins, cucumbers, and melons. Today, your cucurbit plants may look healthy, lush, and vibrant, and the next day wilted and dying. Squash bugs are resilient, tenacious, and elusive. Outsmarting them often requires a … Read more
There’s got to be more to do with banana peels than just throwing them away, right? I understand the feeling, and yes, there is; your garden can greatly benefit from them. Rich in essential nutrients like potassium, phosphorus, and calcium, banana peels can enhance soil health and promote vigorous plant growth. One popular method of … Read more