Posts Tagged ‘garden chores’

What to do in the garden in January

January 15, 2013 |  by  |  Dig In

What to do in the garden in January

We still might be in the throws of winter, but spring is just around the corner. If you start preparing your garden now, then you’ll be ready to hit the ground running (err, planting) come springtime. Read More

Cleaning Gutters

November 1, 2011 |  by  |  Dig In

Cleaning gutters is a dirty job, but you’ve got to do it—and the best time to do it is now before snowy season hits. Yes, I know it’s a hassle, but if you let this chore go, it can cause serious damage to your garden and your home. Read More

Late Fall To-do List

October 28, 2011 |  by  |  Dig In

With October practically over, it really is just about time to get into winter garden mode. Before you get ready for a few months of indoor hibernation, there are a few more things to take care of outdoors… Read More

Warm Up for Garden Work

March 29, 2011 |  by  |  Dig In

Since it’s enjoyable work, you may not realize that preparing and maintaining a garden is serious workout.  As the weather warms up and you plan to get your garden ready for season, keep these garden warm up tips in mind. Read More

Take Care of Tools

March 25, 2011 |  by  |  Dig In

Garden tools make our jobs as gardeners a heck of a lot easier, and the best way to say thank you to your garden tools is by keeping them in good shape. Although their metal and wood exteriors may look strong enough to withstand anything you can throw at them, caring for your garden tools is necessary to ensure they last. Read More

Tomato Pruning Tips

November 24, 2010 |  by  |  Garden

To prune or not to prune—that always seems to be a question for tomato growers. While pruning is not a necessity, it can increase quality at the expense of quantity. Read More