An encouraging and healthy way to keep your plants happy is by pruning old branches and stems from plants. It can increase bloom and berry yields and improve the aesthetic and safety of your land. To prune your plants, use sharp scissors for soft stems or pruning shears for thicker stems and branches. Before pruning, …
When avid gardeners move out from rural areas to concrete jungles made of condos and skyscrapers, they bring their love and knowledge of gardening with them. If you grew up surrounded by nature, moving into a condo with a compact balcony that replaces big yards can be quite challenging. However, does living in an apartment …
Rabbits can be cute and fluffy but they can also be a problem for your backyard and garden. A rabbit is a destructive animal in any garden and will eat up your backyard grass causing expensive damage to your yard. Rabbits will eat almost any crop they can reach, and they damage other plants in …
A lot of people take up gardening as a hobby, mainly because they need a relaxing activity to start or end their day. However, for many of us, it is also a way to grow food and a step on the path to self-sufficiency. One of the all-time favorites to grow at home are sweet …
Perennials are the hardest working garden plant, with minimal effort on your part. Since they’ll come back year after year, choosing perennials with different blooming times will ensure pops of color all season long. The varieties are enormous, including ground cover plants, bushes, and everything in between. Here’s a broken down list of the 10 …
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Cats are curious by nature so it’s not a surprise that your cat wants to eat all your house plants! Unfortunately, this is an annoying and possibly dangerous habit for your cat. Many common house plants are poisonous to your feline friend so it is important to know how to stop your cats from eating …
While you’re busy with your backyard garden and planters, the truth is you probably forgot your window boxes need a little TLC. They’re a great way to make the exterior of your home stand out, adding plenty of dimension and color. With that being said, you may be unsure about how to plant a window …
Perennials are plants that bloom for one season and if grown under favorable conditions, they can live a long time. Their lifespan usually ranges between three to five years and they can be divided into three major categories; herbaceous, evergreen, and woody. Herbaceous perennials die every year, but their roots and other parts of the …
Blueberries are a delicious treat and are easy enough to grow in your garden! But, once your blueberries have started to grow, you will need to know when they are ready to be picked and how to harvest your berries. This article will give you advice on the best time to pick your blueberries, what …
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Ants can do good things for our gardens. They are great for turning soil since they allow for more water and oxygen to reach the roots of your plants. They can even take your seeds and bring them down into their tunnels. It can lead to those seeds sprouting and growing new plants. But there …