Everyone knows how valuable bees are to your garden, pollinating your flowers. But they’re not the only beneficial garden insects – not by a long shot. And to prove it – here’s a list of 10 of them (in no particular order) and how they can help in your garden. Beneficial garden insects are so …
Gardening 101
Whether you’re an amateur or you’ve been gardening for years, there’s no doubt that there’s plenty of wisdom that can be found in the garden. Therefore, it’s no surprise that gardens have been the source of many great quotes about life and love. There are gardening quotes from famous gardeners, from well-known public figures, and …
Squirrels are adorable little creatures, aren’t they? We just love to watch the little devils scurrying around. And you can bring squirrels right into your backyard, with a quaint little squirrel feeder. Quick Navigation How fun! We’ve checked out many of the squirrel feeders on the market today and here are our top 5. These …
Tired of weeds and garden pests? Wish you could garden year-round? Try hydroponic gardening, and enjoy a pest-free, weed-free garden throughout the year. Nothing quite beats the smell and feel of rich, fresh soil as you plant seeds in your warm spring garden. But what about all those weeds you have to pull a month …
It’s no secret that in order to keep your garden looking as beautiful as possible, your plants need to be regularly watered, especially in periods of hot weather. And if you ever had to fight to keep your water hose straight, you’ll love knowing which one is the best non kinking garden hose. Not watering …
I don’t know about you, but I LOVE buying many of my gardening accessories online. Since I have links to Amazon throughout the site, I thought I’d look at the most ordered (wanted) Amazon gardening products. I hope you find something you might not have thought about but need for your garden (or a gardener …
The African violet is an absolutely stunning flowering plant that’s best known and loved for its beautiful bunches of violet-colored flowers. These flowers offer a striking contrast against the vibrant green foliage. However, it has very precise and specific growing needs that you must fulfill if you truly wish to see your plant burst into …
Squirrels are fast critters that need energy throughout the day. Because of constant movement and activity, squirrels need a diet that’s packed with nutrients that give them energy throughout the day and keep them full. Here’s the best food for squirrels: place some in a squirrel feeder for hours of entertainment. There are various types …
One of the easiest ways to see a variety of new bird species is to set up a bird feeder in your yard. There’s nothing better than looking out of your window to see a new species you haven’t seen before. The only question is, how do you continue attracting birds during the winter months …
Most gardeners have favorite tools that they prefer to use. It is quite common for a gardener to care just as much about his or her gardening equipment as they do flowers and plants. There are a number of useful gardening supplies that are essential for gardening chores. Hoes, shovels, spades, wheelbarrows, hoses, watering cans, …