Nature is the best landscaper; there's nothing prettier or more perfect than a naturally occurring patch of wildflowers, offset by some intriguing stone formations and brambly vines, such as one…
How to Use Natural Accents in Your Landscaping
Month: March 2022
The Best Plants for Wet Areas
Plants which grow in or with part of their main body in water are called hydrophytes. These plants are adapted to survive in water logged conditions and it is selecting…
How to Deal with Blossom Rot
Blossom rot, or blossom end rot, is a common problem encountered by tomato gardeners. The condition is characterized by a dark, rotten spot at the blossom end of developing tomatoes.…
Tips for Adding Bee Balm to Your Garden
Bee balm, also known as monarda, horsemint, Oswego tea and bergamot, is a large perennial in the mint family. There are several breeds and species within the genus, which can…
Growing Celery at Home
Celery is a healthy, nutritious, and versatile vegetable for many meals. The healthy benefits of this vegetable has prompted many people to find ways to grow their own celery at home. How does someone grow celery…
Earthworms and How they Help Your Garden
Create a worm farm so that these hard-working burrowing beauties can improve the health of your soil and cultivate your garden. Soil rich in worms is full of healthy life.…
How to Build Your Own Raised Garden Bed to Grow All Season
This spring may be your first time having a garden of your own, or it might be something that you've wanted to do for a long time. But if you…
Fixing Acidic Soil and Adjusting PH in Your Garden
To the uninitiated all soil seems the same, but this is far from the case. Soils have different classifications based on their composition, but soil is also classified by its…
How to Render Bees Wax Easily
When the weather warmed up last week, I went out to check on our bees. As soon as the weather is over 40, they should be coming out and doing…
Adding Green Beans To A Container Garden
When planning a container garden, consider adding a bit of edible landscaping by adding some green bean varieties to the space. Green beans are hearty, easy-growing vegetables and are available…