Popular garden myths (folklore, misinformation) tell us to use common household products to solve garden problems. Vinegar, salt, dish soap, baking soda, sugar, and more are often mentioned as … [Read more...]
Garden Fundamentals
Why Earthworms Are Good in the Garden But Not in Forests
We are often told how valuable earthworms are for our gardens with their soil-enriching abilities—but are they truly beneficial? It turns out, what's good for the garden is harming our forests. … [Read more...]
How to Find Your Plant Hardiness Zone (& What It Means)
Garden zones or plant hardiness zones are frequently mentioned in gardening. But, do you know what your zone is? Or, how to find it—and—most importantly—what it means for your garden? Let's look how … [Read more...]
Essential Propagation Methods To Grow Everything
Once you know these five basic plant propagation methods, you can grow everything you want from seeds or existing plants. It’s a great way to clone your existing plants or grow more of what you love … [Read more...]
Smart & Simple Ways to Automate Your Garden Watering
There are several options for self-watering systems to keep your garden plants safe during the heat of summer. Automatic watering is essential if you will be on vacation or unable to water during the … [Read more...]
12 Top Garden Tip Sheets & Checklists
The most popular garden tip sheets, info graphics, and checklists on Empress of Dirt are now available in one convenient file. You can save the file to your computer, tablet, or phone, or print it out … [Read more...]
Getting Started With Outdoor Herb Growing (Top Questions Answered)
Which herbs like full sun? Which herbs are annual? Or perennial? Can I grow them in containers? Get the answers to these beginner questions and more to get started with outdoor herb growing. If you … [Read more...]