You might be done gardening for the season, but there is still work to do. A little work now will give your garden a great start for spring planting. Here are some simple steps to get your garden ready for its cozy winter slumber.
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It’s that time. Frost is here. I know it’s sad, but there is hope. You can extend the growing season to continue your harvest well into the winter.
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This year I went a little crazy with tomatoes. I have close to fifty plants in my garden. I had hoped for a bumper crop that I could freeze and can for future use, but this hasn’t been the best growing season. My tomatoes are ripening at a smaller size than typically expected and ripening more slowly at that. Also, some of them are developing splits in the skin are this last round of much needed rain.
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The Dog Days of Summer are upon us, and for many gardeners this means that we will be extra busy. Attempting to nurse your landscape through a heat wave may sometimes seem like a futile task. As many lawns turn a crispy brown and flowers start to wither under the scorching heat, there are a few steps that can be taken to prevent cooking your plants.
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A water-wise landscape is one that is functional, attractive, and easily maintained in its natural surroundings. A water-wise landscape also helps to conserve water, improves water quality by slowing rain as it falls to the Earth, and helping it soak into the soil.
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In our last couple blog posts, we’ve looked at couple of common garden critters that can cause headaches for gardeners. In this post, I wanted to look at some easy solutions to consider. Of course, there’s a whole plethora of animals and bugs that would like a tasty feast so here are some general tips to take care of unwanted guests.
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They’re so cute! However, they’re also ready to destroy your garden. Deer are a fact of life for all gardeners. Dealing with them can be a challenge because they are very adaptable. Here are some tricks to keep them on their toes and hopefully out of your garden.
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Slugs are in every garden, and cause more damage than most garden invaders. Commercial slug killers are available, but they can be toxic to birds and other wildlife, and are less effective after rain, when slugs are most active. Here are some natural solutions.
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Diagnosing plant problems is a bit like playing a game of Guess Who. Through observation, some Googling, and the process of elimination, you can diagnose just about any plant affliction. Here are some tips to help you get started.
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It will happen. Your garden will have weeds.
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When I was a child, I have fond memories of following grandpa through the garden. He always used a wooden walking stick that had notches carved in the side of it.
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Water is one of the essential elements for plant growth. Many people tend to overcomplicate watering with unnecessary details. Sure, every plant is different, but let’s simplify things and look at the basics of moisture management.
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