Several annuals grow better in the colder months. For great looking plants, try pruning them if they get too leggy. In less than a month, pruned annuals bloom yet again, providing a rich and vibrant contrast to the usual array of full winter colors. Annual plants that flourish in cold weather are snapdragons, petunias and […]

Plants require a good amount of CO2 in order to grow to their maximum height. Plants will not thrive if they don’t have an adequate amount of CO2. Greenhouses typically provide plants with high levels of CO2. A greenhouse will help maintain a high level of CO2 and cause the plants to grow faster. Create […]

Before you start any gardening, make sure that you do not have any open wounds on your hands. If you do, you need to wear protection from dirt and chemicals so that they do not get into your cut. A cut or abrasion can become infected if it is not properly protected from dirt, pesticides […]

Long plants that run up or around a fence or wall are often useful for masking ugliness. Climbing plants are great for hiding hideous fences and walls, and they usually grow within a season. They can cover an arbor, or grow through trees and shrubs. Some climbers will attach themselves to a support using twining […]

Learn the best harvesting time for each kind of vegetable you plant. Each variety of vegetable has a specific time to be harvested so that you may enjoy its fullest flavor. For instance, for the best flavor, zucchini and baby peas should be picked when they are young. The opposite is true of tomatoes. They […]

Laying mulch is a wonderful way to keep your garden vibrant. Mulching also decreases water evaporation rates in the soil and helps keep out the weeds. Protect your delicate shrubs from harsh, wintry elements. Tender, potted shrubs must be protected when the weather is cold. Tie the tops of the canes together; then take a […]

Water your plants with some rainwater to be a ‘green’ gardener. Collecting rainwater in buckets not only helps your garden be environmentally conscious, but it can also save money on utility bills. Try this as a money-saving alternative for your garden, and make it completely natural. A set of comfortable knee pads makes a great […]

Analyze the soil before you even get started with working in a garden. Have a soil report done. It is cost effective and you can make necessary adjustments, based on the report, to your soil so it is correctly enriched to encourage plant growth. Cooperative Extension departments often offer this testing service. It is a […]

When you are gardening out in the sun, wear the proper clothing so that you do not get any type of sun damage. This includes wide-brimmed hats, sunscreen, and sunglasses. When using the right protection in the sun, you will lower your chance of getting a sunburn and decrease your risk of getting skin cancer. […]

Plant some perennials in your garden that repel slugs. These mollusks are capable of consuming an entire garden full of flowers in a single night. These pests gravitate to young perennials with smooth, tender, thin leaves. Perennials that have tough or hairy leaves are often times unappetizing to snails and slugs. Excellent varieties include heuchera, […]