Is compost tea good for plants? Should I make it for my garden? Let’s look at what is known about compost tea and what—if any—value it has for improving soil and feeding plants. This topic is part … [Read more...]
Plant Growing Tips
Tips and tutorials for growing a variety of plants including annuals and perennials including flowers, vegetables, trees, shrubs, and vines.
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7 Best Tips for Growing Zinnias
Use these zinnia growing tips to keep these sun-loving flowers in bloom from summer to frost. Fertile soil, consistent water, and stem supports are all key. And, be sure to learn how to pinch your … [Read more...]
Tums For Blossom End Rot & Other Misleading Garden Tips
Are tums good for tomatoes? Can the right plants repel mosquitoes? Learn more about these and other commonly-shared garden myths and why they don't work. If you're interested in garden folklore, … [Read more...]
Do Sunflowers Really Track the Sun?
Do sunflowers really move their flowerheads to face the sun throughout the day? Are they really tracking the sun across the sky? Let's have a look at what these beautiful plants are up to. If you … [Read more...]
The Trouble With Double Flowers (Sorry, Pollinators!)
While we love the beauty of double flowers like hybrid roses, peonies, and coneflowers, but compact, frilly blooms make it impossible for pollinators to collect nectar and pollen. With thoughtful … [Read more...]
7 Cheap (But Smart) Tips to Create Your Dream Garden
These smart, low cost garden ideas help new gardeners create an eco friendly garden on a tight budget. With patience and effort, thrifty choices add up. If you want more frugal ideas see How to … [Read more...]
Why Dandelions Are Misunderstood (Whether You Like Them or Not)
Have you seen dandelions touted as an essential first food for bees in spring? Or do you just regard them as annoying weeds? We fact-checked the claims and—no surprise—the truth lands squarely … [Read more...]
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