Some people think that cold weather puts a stop to composting, but that's not true. Winter composting is a thing, and there are good reasons for keeping your compost pile active year-round. The ...
Growing Dragon Fruits: Best Varieties, Planting Guide, Care, Problems and Harvest
Dragon fruits are a wonderfully tasty fruit that you'll be eager to start growing yourself once you try it. You may have seen dragon fruit in the store and wondered what the heck it was or how to ...
The 9 Best Mushroom Growing Kits for Newbies
Even the most experienced gardeners hesitate to try growing mushrooms. They seem intimidating, but if you love eating them, there are plenty of mushroom growing kits to help you get your feet wet. ...
Infusion, Decoction, or Tincture? Which Herbal Preparations to Use for Different Plant Parts
If you're new to making your own plant-based medicine, you may feel a bit confused or overwhelmed by the various terms out there. Sure, there's a lot to know in terms of botany and whatnot, but also ...
Growing Hardy Orange Trees: Get to Know This Unique, Thorny Citrus
Hardy oranges are the most cold-resistant of the citruses and produce an incredibly sour fruit that is more pip than flesh. You can be forgiven for wondering why anyone would be growing an orange that ...
Begonia: Best Varieties, Planting Guide, Care, Problems and Harvest
Begonias are one of those plants that many people don't take full advantage of. Sure, they're pretty growing in the garden, but many of them are edible and they all attract a range of ...
5 Tips for Creating a Duck-Friendly Garden for Everyday Pest Control
Did you know that ducks are great garden helpers? They can improve soil, eat pests (particularly slugs and snails), and help control weeds. Also, by putting them to work in the garden they can ...
Sooty Mold on Plants: What It Is and How to Get Rid of It
If your plants look like they were too close to a bonfire, all covered in black soot, you more than likely have sooty mold problems. It's easy to identify from its unique look, but it can appear ...
A Beginner’s Guide to Transplanting Plants
After you start your seeds and sprout your seedlings, the next hurdle that you need to conquer is transplanting your plants into your garden. Transplanting the wrong way could kill your plants, ...