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New to Growing Tomatoes? Here’s How to Get It Right

Published on July 4, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Tomato plants and trellis in garden.

There’s no shortage of tomato-growing myths out there, but if you stick to these proven basics, you can grow everything from cherry to beefsteak—heirlooms or hybrids—whether in patio containers or … [Read more...]

Tomatoes 101: A Quick-Start Guide for Beginners

Published on July 4, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Green tomatoes and flowers on the vine.

How to grow tomatoes from seed to table includes a handy chart for beginners showing the different types of tomatoes and where to grow them. In cold climates our shorter outdoor growing season means … [Read more...]

Online Plant Databases (Canada & United States)

Published on July 2, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Foxgloves growing in the garden.

A helpful directory of online plant databases, primarily in the United States and Canada, for information on plant names, growing zones, research, and images to help ID plants. Also see Seed … [Read more...]

How to Remove Skunk Spray (No, Not With Tomato Juice)

Published on June 27, 2019Last updated October 23, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Skunk in the garden.

Forget the tomato juice! This is what you use to remove skunk spray. It’s a simple recipe you can make at home to remove skunk odor from humans, pets, and clothing. If you want to keep compost … [Read more...]

DIY Hummingbird Feeder with Mason Jars

Published on June 25, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Hummingbird landing on mason jar feeder.

Make a DIY hummingbird feeder with small mason jars. They’re easy to assemble, simple to clean, and hummingbirds approve. The recipe for how to make sugar water for hummingbirds is … [Read more...]

How to Make Water Bottle Bird Feeders

Published on June 17, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

A bird feeder made from a plastic water bottle.

These DIY bird feeders use plastic water bottles and attract birds like goldfinches, juncos, and finches. It’s a fun, low-cost project for kids or adults. Also see, DIY bird and butterfly … [Read more...]

How To Make Tipsy Pots

Published on June 10, 2019Last updated October 23, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Tipsy pots planted with pansies.

Tipsy pots, or topsy turvy planters, are stacked flowerpots that look ready to fall—but don’t! They’re a fun and easy garden project to try. This is part of a series featuring creative garden … [Read more...]

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