We know composting is good for the garden and the environment but did you know you can save food scraps for composting all year-round—even in a cold climate? Use these tips for composting in winter so … [Read more...]
Garden Fundamentals
How to Test Seeds For Germination (Paper Towel Test)
Want to know if seeds will germinate without going to the trouble of sowing them? This easy paper towel test shows which seeds will sprout and along with the expected germination rates. For seed … [Read more...]
How to Write Botanical Plant Names (Tips For Gardeners)
This beginner’s guide to botanical names shares the basics for gardeners wanting to get comfortable using the scientific names for plants. Once you understand the conventions for how the names are … [Read more...]
How to Know Which Vegetable & Fruit Crops Need Pollinators
How can you tell which garden vegetables or fruits require pollination to produce crops? Use these tips to know which crops require exposure to pollinators like bees or birds and those that can … [Read more...]
Table Salt as a Weed Killer: Why It’s More Harm Than Help
We hear advice to use table salt as a weed killer and see it recommended in recipes for diy weed treatments. But it's not that simple. Even though salt is "natural," it is not harmless. Excess salt … [Read more...]
How To Use Fall Leaves To Improve Your Garden
Leave the leaves! There are so many beneficial uses for fall leaves including mulching garden beds, insulating plants from damaging winter conditions, creating nutritious compost, and providing … [Read more...]
Breaking the Eggshell Myth in Gardening
Are eggshells good for plant growth? A beneficial source of calcium? Can they deter slugs? Let's look at what's known about eggshells as a fertilizer and pest deterrent in the garden. A lot of … [Read more...]
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