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Tips and tutorials for growing a variety of plants including annuals and perennials including flowers, vegetables, trees, shrubs, and vines.

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Published on May 22, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Potted plants and garden supplies.

Seasoned gardeners have made these mistakes but you don't have to. Follow the tips to prevent future problems and make the most of your garden time and budget. If you are on a tight budget, also … [Read more...]

Hydrogen Peroxide For Gardening? Don’t Waste Your Money

Published on April 28, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Hydrogen peroxide and a garden plant.

Some garden experts tout hydrogen peroxide for tasks like seed sprouting, soil aeration, and treating fungal problems. However, research suggests these benefits are often overstated, with more … [Read more...]

45 Ridiculously Simple & Helpful Eco-Beneficial Garden Tips

Published on April 5, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Butterflies, fruits, and flowers in the garden.

When you love nature, eco-friendly, beneficial garden choices matter. Gone are the harmful, quick fixes and instead we look at the big picture following tips and principles that benefit the … [Read more...]

Is Cinnamon a Natural Fungicide? Garden Uses Versus Folklore

Published on March 28, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Jar of cinnamon and seedlings in the garden.

Cinnamon is often touted as a natural fungicide for gardeners. See what the science actually says and whether cinnamon offers any real benefits for potted plants. For more on preventing fungal … [Read more...]

How to Remove Weeds with a Steam Machine (Video & Photos)

Published on February 28, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Dandelions growing between bricks on patio

If you have stubborn weeds growing between bricks on a patio or a stone pathway, a steam machine is an alternative solution to applying herbicides or spending countless hours trying to pry the weeds … [Read more...]

How to Naturalize Bulbs in Lawn For a Sea of Flowers

Published on January 30, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Blue flowering bulbs naturalized in a lawn.

Turn a plain grass lawn into a sea of beautiful spring flowers by planting bulbs that gradually naturalize and multiply year after year. Choose early-flowering varieties to provide much-needed pollen … [Read more...]

Understanding Frosts & Freezing: What Gardeners Need to Know

Published on December 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden plants covered in frost.

If you are gardening in a cold climate, it's helpful to know the distinction between frosts and freezing and why it's not just the number on the thermometer that matters. There's a lot going on within … [Read more...]

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