Poison ivy grows like a weed in some places. It might appear nice and green but the itchiness caused by contact with the leaves can be frustrating and uncomfortable for many. If you have a bad case of poison ivy in your yard, it’s a good idea to get out there and get rid of it. All About Poison Ivy …
How to Amend Clay Soil Without Tilling (Is It Even Possible?)
Most people who enjoy gardening can agree that one of the worst types of soil to work with is clay soil. It can be incredibly difficult to grow anything in clay soil because of its properties, and trying to amend the soil is a whole world of trouble in itself. Depending on your situation, you might not have the time, …
How to Save a Dying Avocado Tree (9 Steps You Should Take)
The Avocado fruit is one of the most nutritious and delicious fruits there is. A lot of people love to grow them in their yards, but they do require some special care and maintenance. In general, Avocado plants like full sunlight, but one of the issues that many people face is when their Avocado trees are dying. Is it possible …
How to Keep Hydrangeas White (With Simple Care Tips)
It can generally go without saying that having a variety of colors in your garden is something that you are going to want to achieve. Out of all the bright, vibrant colors that you can choose from, the one color that you are not going to want to leave out is the color white. White is a color that can …
5 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Grass in Flower Beds
You take the time to plan out your own perfect little garden and everything is going well. You get such enjoyment every time you walk outside and see the colorful blooms and inhale the luscious scents. You are beaming with pride but then something catches your eye. It appears that some grass has found its way into your precious plot. …
How to Grow and Care for Impatiens (Tips, Pests, Diseases, and More)
Impatiens are popular flowers that come in a variety of bright colors including orange, pink, purple, red, white, and yellow. It is an annual flowering plant and it blooms in the summer and fall. It does well in the shade and it thrives in hardiness zones 10 and 11. The name impatiens is a Latin word that means “impatient.” This …
Simple Tips to Get Rid of Wild Strawberries Growing in Your Lawn
Many, many people love to eat strawberries. However, when strawberries are invasively growing on your property and obstructing your lawn and gardening areas, they can be much less enjoyable. Unfortunately, wild strawberries are stubborn and persistent, meaning that they are incredibly hard to get rid of. Thankfully, there are a few different methods that you can try to remove all …
6 Effective Ways to Keep Deer From Eating Your Tomato Plants
Deer are a common sight in many woodland areas around the country. Many homeowners live near places where deer are commonly found. If you live in one of these areas and you have a vegetable garden, you might find the deer are more of a pest than a cute distraction. They tend to look for food at night when everything …