Lilac bushes are one of the most popular flowering shrubs. They are known for their beautiful and fragrant flowers that bloom in the spring. They come in many different varieties, and you can find them in nearly every color. Lilac bushes make an excellent addition to any garden, and they are relatively easy to grow …
Have you ever wondered if your plants are receiving enough water or what factors can influence how much water your plants are actually getting? For those eager to get started with growing plants in containers these 6 tips can set you on your way to nurturing a healthy plant. 1. Pick your pot It’s important …
You may think of your soil as either sandy, silty, or clay-like. However, these descriptions don’t even cover the complex ecosystem found within productive soil. It is a combination of minerals, nutrients, organic material, microbes, and organisms that team up to grow prosperous plants. Great soil is defined by two qualities: fertility and texture. Fertility depends …
Propagating houseplants is a great way to expand your collection without spending any money. It also allows you to share your beautiful plants with friends and family members. There are many different ways to propagate houseplants, but the most common method is taking stem cuttings. Propagating by stem cuttings is relatively easy and only requires a …
Although each of Mother Nature’s plants is incredible, they all have their appropriate place on Earth. Invasive plants, for instance, are great in the wild, but when they start growing in your backyard, they can pose a problem. Invasive plants in the wild help feed the wild, but in your backyard, they can quickly displace …
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Pruning is the process of selectively removing parts of a plant, such as branches, buds, or leaves for the purpose of maintaining its shape or preventing the spread of disease. Shrubs are often pruned for many reasons. To remove diseased, dying, or broken branches. Maybe to thin out the plant in question. You can even …
If you’re interested in composting, chances are you already have a compost bin. And if you have a compost bin, it might need a good cleaning! Compost is decomposed organic matter that you can use as a natural fertilizer for plants. A clean compost bin helps keep the composting process efficient by preventing the build-up …
With the popularity growth of online shopping, it comes as no shock that amateur and master gardeners alike have started to turn this way for their seasonal seed purchases. However, unfortunately, there doesn’t seem to be a one-stop shop for all of your seed needs, and for each different type, you have to turn to …
Weed killers are a dime a dozen these days. There are so many different products on the market, and each one says to be the greatest. But what if you could make your weed killer using something you probably already have in your home? Rubbing alcohol is one of those common household items that can …
Compacted soil is the bane of many gardener’s existences. It’s impossible to dig into, water and nutrients won’t penetrate, and therefore, nothing grows. Compacted soil is usually an indicator of high clay content in your soil. Soil with a high clay content is ideal for use as a building material but not so great when …