Knowing when to fertilize your garden is one part art and one part science. Sometimes it's as easy as seeing that your tomatoes leaves look yellow and thinking they could use a nitrogen boost. Other ...
Everything You Need to Know About Growing Zones
You've seen those zone maps with the brightly colored yellow, green, blue and pink stripes. Maybe you've looked at them and wondered - why do I need to care about growing zones? Those pretty ...
Growing Cotton: A Complete Guide on How to Plant, Grow, & Harvest Cotton
Cotton is an indispensable crop. We use cotton to make everything from clothing and rope to fishing nets, coffee filters, and paper. These days, more and more people are trying their hand at growing ...
21 Lettuce Varieties to Try in Your Garden
Growing lettuce is one of my favorite gardening endeavors because the plants grow quickly and with a minimum of fuss, which is extremely rewarding. There are also a plethora of different lettuce ...
Garden Soil Inoculant: What It Is and Why You Need It
About 78% of our atmosphere is made up of nitrogen. It's in the air we breathe and is necessary for plants (and humans) to survive. So how do you help your plants get all the nitrogen they need to ...
14 of the Worst Garden Pests and How to Control Them
Gardening brings you endless joy, wonderful meals, and beautiful flowers. But it can also be a challenge. Every garden, no matter how well maintained, comes with garden pests that want to eat your ...
28 Gorgeous Flowers That Attract Hummingbirds
There's no better way to interact with nature than to have a hummingbird garden. Hummingbirds are beautiful, energetic, and a delight to watch. Luckily, there are lots of stunning flowers that attract ...
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Drip Irrigation
Rain rain go away, come on back some other day! What happens when the rain does go away, and your plants are suffering from lack of water? Some people turn on the sprinklers, but drip irrigation may ...
How To Choose the Best Rabbit Repellent For Your Garden
Bunnies are cute, but don't let those adorable wiggly noses and soft ears distract you. Left to their devices, those sweet rabbits will eat your entire vegetable garden. That's why knowing which ...