This is an easy way to get great yields, clean potatoes, and save your back and knees from the "side effects" of planting your seed potatoes in the ground. Read More
Have you ever wondered how florists get the various colors streaked on white carnations? The answer is simple, and a wonderful project to do with children. Dyeing carnations is a common process, and is easy to do at home Read More
The strategic arrangement of trees and shrubs can significantly alter living environments for both humans and animals. Read More
Digging bulbs and tubers for use next spring is a good thing, and it can prolong the time you get to spend in the fall garden before the snow flies. Read More
Saving seeds from your heirloom tomatoes is easy once you learn all about the fermentation process. Read More
Soil: what is it and how can I improve it? Read on to find out. Read More
Of all the creatures in your garden, earthworms are probably the most important. They are the digesters of organic material and the makers of fluffy, healthy soil. Much as we love them, however, they do have their enemies...in the form of predators. So how can we better protect our valuable little wiggly friends? Read More
Most gardeners are quick to say that a weed is simply a plant growing in the wrong place! This is true, and often what we consider weeds are native plants that grow in the wild. That's exactly why they thrive in our lush, fertile gardens. This series will discuss some of the most common weeds and what to do about them when they intrude. Read More
A magnificent spreading maple tree towers over the house and back garden, providing relief from the summer sun--a refreshing spot to relax and enjoy the floral scenery. But even moderate shade poses a challenge for planning a garden or flower bed. Annuals and perennials are easily tucked here and there, but what if you want a nice woody ornamental as a focus piece, or to provide privacy to your restful spot? Here are some tried-and-true shrubs for shady gardens. Read More
In our constant efforts to battle the forces of nature while attempting to create our own perfect versions of nature (our gardens), we are often 'forced' to use substances to thwart or even kill garden pests. This article discusses some of the toxins used to kill rodents, but what deadly consequences those may have on our own pets. Read More
Here is where the pipe hits the ground, as it were! You know where your water is coming from, you've planned for filtration and valving, and you have an idea about what kind and how many of the drip emitters you want in each zone. Let's piece it all together and see what we've got . . . Read More
There is little that is more romantic than the couple together in a little boat on the edge of a pond under a massive weeping willow. But how do you get that little whip you bought to grow into the big tree you long for? Look no farther--here are your answers. Read More
The headline is more than just an attention-grabber, as you can see from the thumbnail picture. As incredible as it appears to be, this organism was not cooked up in a top-secret transgenic lab somewhere. The Crawling Leaf (Elysia chlorotica) is a naturally living and breeding life form that has been on this planet since well before humans started tinkering with recombinant DNA. Read on for the startling story . . . Read More
"This will grow in full sun", is a phrase most gardeners have heard. What you may not have heard is that your "full sun" may not be the same as my "full sun". In fact, the difference may be so great as to cause you to lose your plant altogether, or have more success with it than I have! The same applies to how moist or dry a plant likes to be. Read on to find out why. . . Read More
Welcome to the first article ever on this wonderful and ever growing group filled with people who, for the life of themselves, cannot stop the plant bug that already is growing in their soul. Come on in and introduce yourself and let me tell you how to know if you need the services of Gardeners Anonymous. Read More
What is a bluebell? This is not a simple question. Several entirely unrelated flowers are called by this name. But to make things even more complicated, the English Bluebell, otherwise known as the wild Hyacinth, has been tagged with different scientific names that come from different Greek myths. Let's see if we can untangle this mixed-up nomenclature. Read More
At just two years old he was dragged out in the dead of winter to dig out a goldfish-shaped pond. He was weeding by the time he could walk, and planting seeds and little flowers just this spring at three years old. This article is how to get kids out in to the garden, and teach them a life time of loving growing plants. Read More
And their soul shall be as a watered garden; and they shall not sorrow any more at all. Read More
Starting today, we are re-launching our articles feature with a full lineup of authors who will be posting a brand new article each day. Read More
As the year 2006 came to a close, the Perennial Plant Association bestowed 'Walker's Low' catmint with the 2007 Plant of the Year award...and gardeners looking for an easy alternative to lavender rejoiced. Read More
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