Pepper plants are one of the most popular veggies in home gardens, partially because they can survive a lot of conditions. That doesn't mean that they're immune to problems. One issue you'll often ...
4 Seed Viability Tests to Make Sure All Your Seeds Germinate
Nothing is more frustrating than taking the time to start your seeds only for them to not germinate. You wait, wait, and wait some more, but nothing happens. That’s where seed viability tests can save ...
How to Grow Lettuce From Scraps Step-By-Step
I had no idea I could regrow food from the stuff that I normally throw out until I saw a friend grow lettuce from scraps. I'd been wasting food for years because I've thrown bits out that could have ...
How to Attract Ladybugs to Your Garden
It’s hard not to love ladybugs. The little red critters are the good guys in your garden, and of course, they're undeniably cute. Appearances aside, you should learn how to attract ladybugs because ...
5 Clever DIY Tower Garden Ideas to Make the Most of Your Space
I've been a fan of tower gardening for a long time. Each year, I create a new tower from old scraps or spare equipment, different from the previous year. Of course, you can buy a professional ...
How to Grow the Perfect Salsa Garden
Who doesn’t love Taco Tuesdays? Tell me because I want to find them and convince them that they’re incredibly wrong in their thinking. Mexican food is delicious and usually easy to make, and every ...
How to Create a Hanging Vegetable Garden for Fresh Veggies within Arms Reach
Do you want to start a garden, but have limited space? Well, if you have space on your balcony or any outdoor space to hang a basket, you can have a garden! You may not be able to grow as large a ...
The Good and The Bad About Using Urine as Garden Fertilizer
Gardeners have different opinion when it comes to using urine in the garden as fertilizer. It is a great nutrient source for plants, but it also has some risks. Not to mention some people are grossed ...
May Gardening Tips and To-Do Lists by Planting Zone and Region
The years seem to zip by the older you get. Have you ever noticed this? Which is why we’ve turned around twice, and it’s already May! If you’re an avid gardener, you’re probably doing your happy ...