Gardening Myths, Misconceptions and Tips
5 Gardening Myths There are common gardening myths that we easily accept as true. Even though they seem to make sense, these accepted methods are often backed more by folklore than research and science. In […]
Trench Composting with Kitchen Scraps
Advantages of Trench Composting vs. Conventional Composting Composting has many benefits. It produces nutrient soil that helps to retain moisture and reduces the need for chemical fertilizers. It encourages the production of beneficial bacteria and […]
Keep It Cool with Shade Gardens
Shade Loving Plants Shade gardens are some of the most soothing comfortable places to spend a lazy afternoon. They are a respite from the summer heat, a quiet place for woodland creatures and a wonderful […]
Right Plant, Right Place
Creating the Right Planting Environment “We lost too many plants in our impatience to possess them, because we had not achieved the proper growing conditions.” -Beth Chatto, The Beth Chatto Handbook Growing a plant labeled […]
Garden Stakes 101
The Art of Plant Staking Staking plants is an essential part of gardening. Nothing is more frustrating than to see a wave of vibrant blossoms at the peak of beauty fall over with broken stems […]
How To Start a Tea Garden
8 Natural Herbs to Grow for Tea Imagine walking into your garden, picking an aromatic handful of leaves from your favorite herb plants, and making a cup of delicious tea. You can easily grow herbal […]