If you’re a green thumb, then resolve to spend more time out in the garden this year. Here are 4 New Year’s Resolution ideas to get your wheels turning.
While hardiness zones are a useful resource for planning a planting schedule, microclimates are the true indicator of when it is time to plant. Just as air temperatures can vary from one side of town to the other, the temperatures in your backyard garden can be different than your neighbor’s garden. Read More
Bugs. Nobody really likes them, and while there are some good bugs in the garden, they are still bugs. If being around insects gives you the willies, everyday garden tasks can be frightening. Read on for some ideas to get your fear of insects under control. Read More
Crop rotation is a system of deciding which vegetables to plant in your garden and where to plant them from one year to the next. The main goals of rotating crop positions are to maintain soil fertility and lessen the risk of soil-borne diseases. The practice has been followed by commercial growers for years, but it is also important for the organic home grower. Read More
The clothes you choose to wear while you work in the garden can have a big role in both your comfort and safety. Before you get suited up to work outside, keep these tips in mind. Read More
If you’re just starting out with flower gardening, it’s a good idea to choose flowers that will not only look great but are resilient enough to miss a watering or two, don’t need special soil and can stand up to a little neglect. Read More
Successful gardening requires a minimum understanding of soil chemistry. pH levels are used to measure acidity and alkalinity in substances, including soil. Certain plants require specific soil pH ranges to do well, and knowing what pH levels mean can help you choose the right solutions to get that soil into the right range for your garden’s needs. Read More
Consult a book, blog or fellow gardener for advice and you’ll be met with the same question: What’s your zone? You probably know that it has something to do with where you live, but where did these planting zones come from and how do you find out which one is yours? Read More
Purchasing garden tools, plants and supplies can make starting a garden an expensive endeavor. Gardening on a budget is possible. Make a list of the minimum supplies you need to get started, and learn how to find them cheap. Read More
Some plants need a helping hand to ensure good pollination, especially when they are grown indoors or in a greenhouse. Without pollination, vegetable plants won’t fertilize to produce fruit. Read More
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