You should always take careful note of the recommended watering schedule for your plants; too much or too little can be damaging. This is extremely important because you can cause root rot which will kill your garden, or you can dry your soil and plants from not enough water. A good way to check to […]

If you want to keep your garden free of pests, start with healthy soil! Healthy plants are stronger and more able to resist both pests and disease. For healthy plants, start with healthy soil that is properly amended and free of chemicals in order to avoid salt accumulation. Plant some perennials in your garden that […]

Watering your garden is essential. Water is as essential for health and survival for plants as it is for humans. When it it hot outside, the soil in your garden can start to dry out, so it is very important that you are preventing this by watering your plants every day. By neither over or […]

Try to plant some larger plants during fall to encourage some strong root development. The ground is somewhat warm when compared to the temperature of the air, and the plants are stripped of their leaves, the root system can get all of the plant’s resources and create a strong foundation. You can get new plants […]

Chicken tractors are great for fertilizing your prospective garden area. A chicken tractor consists of a chicken coop that can move, but is sheltered with an existing open floor. This will let your chickens consume vegetation and insects while fertilizing your garden. Once an area is complete, you can pull the chicken tractor to your […]

When autumn has arrived, you must plant everything you want to eat before winter. A pumpkin makes a great container, and costs less than a clay pot. When you have finished cutting and cleaning the pumpkin, spray it with some liquid that will stave off wilting to keep it from rotting. After this is completed, […]

Fertilizer in the garden is a must. Manure can be effective, though you should use products which minimize pathogens. Although there are plenty of fertilizer choices, don’t be concerned with which one you use; just be sure to use one. When growing a vegetable garden it can be hard to control pests. It is wise […]

If you have many low-growing plants in your garden, get yourself a pair of gardening knee pads. Excessive time spent kneeling often results in significant stiffness and pain. Investing in good knee pads will help cushion your knees so you are more comfortable. Plant bulbs in your garden if you want flowers through spring and […]

Your plants need to be kept dry, but sill receiving a good amount of air. If your plants get too moist, they may get sick or infested with parasites. In fact, fungi love a wet plant and can cause a great deal of damage. It is possible to control fungi by using fungicide sprays. However, […]

Look for evergreen variants that produce berries. These evergreens will color your lawn, even when other flowers are not blooming. A few examples that you could go with include the American Holly, the Winterberry, the American Cranberrybush, and the Common Snowberry. Insects and various garden pests can be avoided by making your soil healthy. If […]