Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is recommended as a safe, organic, and harmless insecticide to kill caterpillars but it's not that simple. If you have an eco-beneficial garden, there are plenty of things … [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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How to Fill Tall Raised Beds Without Wasting Soil
What is the best way to fill a tall raised bed or large planter without spending a lot of money? The secret is to put your best soil where you need it and fill the rest of the container with other … [Read more...]
Mulch 101: Getting Started With Mulching Your Garden
Gardeners love mulch for its soil protection and enhancement, improving growing conditions. Applied once or twice a year, there are plenty of organic options to choose from. For more … [Read more...]
How to Make Leaf Mold (Free Organic Soil Amendment)
Leaf mold is so simple to create and beneficial for your soil. Just pile up your fall leaves, let them decompose, and in time you’ll have this organic soil amendment. Just like homemade compost, … [Read more...]
Hollyhock Rust: What it Looks Like & How to Deal With It
Hollyhock rust is a common fungi that infects plants in the Malvaceae family. Learn how to identify it along with treatment and prevention options. These hollyhock growing tips include … [Read more...]
Is Your Soil Well-Draining? Use This Easy Test to Find Out
Many garden plants prefer "well-draining" soil—but what is it and how do you know if you have it? Use our simple test to assess your garden's drainage conditions and why it matters. If you want to … [Read more...]
10 Spectacular Fast-Growing Flowers
These fast-growing annual flowers can be started from seed with the quickest ones like calendula blooming in just six weeks. Beautiful, easy to grow, and reliable, they are favorites for many … [Read more...]
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