You don’t have to live in a dry area to invest in drought-tolerant plants. Such vegetation is a good option for those who simply want to conserve water. Not to mention, as weather patterns become more unpredictable, these plants help to keep the...
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Every gardener has at least heard of home composting even if they don’t use the methods. Many gardeners prefer to use easy composting methods because it is considered to be a greener alternative, both environmentally and economically. It is also...
A very important part of growing tomatoes is their need for vertical support. This particular need is taken care of by using cheap and easy DIY tomato cages to give the plant the vertical support it needs to grow properly. As almost all tomato...
This is one of my favorite evergreens because it literally stands up like an exclamation point and announces itself to all passersby. The name Sky Pencil Holly is an apt descriptor. The distinctive shape wants to be used in a bold landscape or as a...
Once shunned for its thorny stems and lack of frost tolerance, Crown of Thorns is making a comeback. Selective breeding has introduced hybrids with new colors and fewer thorns, making this plant an inviting and intriguing addition to any garden...
Summer is one of the busiest times of the year for a gardener who likes to grow food in their own garden. Canning and preservation that takes place along with growing produce will keep even the most homely gardener quite busy for a while. A lot of...
Preserving the produce obtained from the garden has always been of great importance to every gardener. Many gardeners have come up with a lot of home canning recipes that allows gardeners all over the world to easily make using their harvest at home...
Whenever you see an insect in the garden, your immediate thought process leads you to eliminate the insect. This approach can sometimes deprive you of a guardian of your garden. Yes, you heard right, there are some insects that are beneficial for...