It can take a lot of work to create your dream garden and along the way you’re sure to have a lot of questions. I’m here to help! In this section you can learn about topics like mulch, what to plant together, and how to get rid of weeds.
While flowers and crops can have their own allure, it’s not always enough to lighten up your garden, especially if you’re not a professional! So the question here is: How to decorate your garden? The answer isn’t straightforward as not all of us have the same gardens now, do we? There are a few steps…
With conventional gardening, you must turn the soil by plowing or tilling to prepare for planting. So, what is not till gardening? This is an uncommon method where you don’t disturb the soil structure by digging or tilling. Instead, you plant directly into undisturbed soil, often using organic mulches or cover crops to retain moisture…
Your garden is an extension of your home and your personality. You’ll often feel a sense of unease, like something is missing when your garden doesn’t look right—like it doesn’t reflect you! This isn’t to say it has to look uncluttered and sleek, but rather that it should look, in a way, like you. That’s…
One of the trickiest things new gardeners struggle with is watering. Wicking beds (better known as self-watering garden beds) take the guesswork out of watering. The gist of how wicking containers work is easy. Water goes in the reservoir (the base), water holding material gets added, then a barrier to segregate the base from the…
The problem with growing your own veggies and fruits is that you can’t do it all year round. Certain crops need warm weather and, of course, winds and rain can pluck everything from the soil and ruin your crop. The answer to this problem? No, it’s not a greenhouse! Another easier, and much cheaper solution…
Don’t think that just because your garden is small, you can’t join the enticing trend of growing your own food. In fact, you can grow a lot, even in limited spaces. Principally, you need to be efficient with the way you utilize the area you have. In no time, you’ll be eating what you grow…
Have you ever entered someone’s garden and felt uncomfortable for no apparent reason? It might be because the layout lacks structure and harmony. Though hard to believe, a well-designed garden can have calming effects on humans. Luckily, using simple shapes and patterns is a great way to achieve stunning designs. In this article, I’ll guide…
At first glance, growing crops in your garden doesn’t seem that complicated. You just plant a few seeds, provide an ideal environment, and watch them grow, right? Well, yes, but there’s more to it than that. Have you considered how you want your garden to look during the growing process? Most people don’t. Here’s the…
Is your raised bed looking a bit… well, raised and not much else? Don’t worry! I’m here to dish out several creative ideas to breathe new life into those tired old planters. 1 – Upgrade Your Edging Nothing spruces up a raised bed like new edging. I’ve experimented with various materials over the years, from…
So, you want to grow a few plants in your greenhouse. I see that you’re a person of culture. You’ve probably heard people recommending tomatoes, cucumbers, or peas. These are excellent choices, but I think you can do better. Why not think outside the box and go with a few unconventional options? Like what? Well,…