Jumpstarting propagation by cutting and cloning might sound high-tech, but it’s not. When you were a kid, did you ever watch your mom take cuttings from a neighbor’s rose bush and “root it” for her own garden? Well, she was cloning it! Today, we’ll look at how to propagate plants from cuttings: it’s easy and …
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The prospect of laying down plastic ground cover and then not having to weed all summer sounds too good to be true. So is it? As with many things, it depends. This article will cover when and how to use weed barrier fabric for optimum results, as well as the best weed barrier fabric to …
I often find gardening to be a grounding, relaxing activity. But even as it soothes and centers the mind, it can cause pain in the body, especially for individuals with arthritis. Fortunately, many companies have developed ergonomic gardening tools for people with arthritis, making it possible to continue caring for your plants with minimal pain. …
In addition to bringing a bit of cheerful greenery inside, houseplants also offer many other benefits, including purifying the air. While all plants perform this task on some level, choose from the best indoor house plants for clean air to achieve the greatest effect. 10 Best Indoor House Plants for Clean Air In 1989, NASA …
Are you someone that learns by watching? If so, you need to check out the best YouTube Gardening Channels. These YouTube channels are packed full of gardening skills and a great way to get correct gardening help. Best YouTube Gardening Channels There are so many different options for a good gardening channel on YouTube. Each …
Are you noticing that hummingbirds are starting to show up more to your feeders? If so, it’s important to have the best homemade hummingbird food recipe for them to eat. If you’re feeding the hummingbirds consistently, it’s time to have good food for them in their hummingbird feeder. Store-bought vs homemade hummingbird food There are …
When the flowers finish blooming and the vegetable plants stop producing, you may be ready to curl up under a blanket with a hot drink and a good book as the temperatures drop outside. But first, it’s important to put your garden to rest to ensure a colorful yard or bountiful crop next year. To …
Thinking that raised bed gardening might be a good choice for your space or home? There’s a reason why using raised beds has become quite a popular choice. Not only is it a simple way to get your garden space set up quickly but it’s also an easy long-term gardening solution when you don’t have …
Seed catalogs are a great way to explore new plant varieties. They are also great for dreaming up a new garden during the cold winter months. While ordering online is becoming increasingly popular, for many, browsing through seed catalogs is a much more enjoyable experience. In the past, a print catalog was the only option, …
Sustainable living is on your radar. You want to be a responsible citizen that takes care of the planet and does what you can to live an environmentally-friendly lifestyle. You recycle. You buy organic foods whenever possible. And you try to combine your errands so you don’t use too much fuel. Maybe you carpool to …