Last updated on October 14th, 2021 at 02:24 pmString of Bananas (SOBs) is a houseplant that is similar to another string succulent called String of Turtles. That said, the former can be easier to take care of because of its thicker stems. So, they’re relatively less delicate, and they don’t dry out quickly. Moreover, this […]
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How to Make All-Natural Pesticides for Your Garden
Last updated on August 17th, 2021 at 09:42 pmPesticides are important when gardening. There is nothing worse than spending time and money just to find out that the pests enjoyed your hard work instead of your family. It is also really important that you aren’t using pesticides that will hurt the environment, or the plants […]
12 Backyard Rock Pathways to Die For
Last updated on March 25th, 2021 at 11:33 pmRock pathways are a backyard staple, but, sometimes it is a good idea to step outside the box when planning your rock pathway. Here are fifteen incredible rock pathway ideas to inspire you. Rock Pathway Ideas Use similar sized river rocks to create this whimsical pathway through […]
Fall Pruning Guide: What To Cut Back And What To Leave
One of the most necessary components of gardening for fall is making sure that you prune what is necessary before winter hits. But did you know that you should only prune certain trees, shrubs, and plants in your garden? It’s true. Pruning plants that don’t need it is the quickest way to kill them before […]
Deep Watering For Trees And Shrubs In The Fall
Deep watering trees and plants one last time before the winter hits is crucial to the health of your plant. But do you know how to correctly deep water your plants? Most people don’t, but this guide will help you water your plants so they stay healthy for seasons to come. Here’s how to deep […]
22 Food Scraps That Magically Regrow
Stop throwing old food scraps away, because believe it or not, there are ways to regrow food from scraps! Here are 22 foods that magically regrow when placed in water. You’ll never have to buy celery, lettuce, or green onions again. 22 Food Scraps That Magically Regrow 1. Celery Cut off the bottom half of […]
Tips and Tricks for Growing Fruit Trees in Containers
Fruit trees, while wonderful to have, are extremely difficult and time consuming to grow. If you don’t have the outdoor space to accommodate such greenery, but you are dreaming of home grown fruit, try growing fruit trees in containers! Fruit Trees In Containers Pots It is important to realize that any sort of container can […]
The Thick And Thin Of Gardening (And Why You Need To Have Both)
Last updated on October 8th, 2019 at 10:30 am I love my perennial hedges. It’s a blast to see them grow a little bit bigger every year, and it’s even more fun to divide them into several new hedges when they’re big enough. However, a lot goes into deciding whether or not to leave your […]
Secrets MLB Grounds Crews Use That You Can Use On Your Lawn
Last updated on October 19th, 2019 at 06:25 pm If you’ve ever been to a professional baseball game, chances are you’ve admired the bright green grass of the outfield at some point. For years I wondered how to make the grass in my own backyard look the same kind of bright green! Fortunately, one of […]
Tips To Create A Nurturing Greenhouse
Last updated on October 28th, 2019 at 01:28 am Though my greenhouse isn’t that large, it is easily becoming one of my favorite parts of my backyard. I love opening the door to our greenhouse and soaking in all of the heat and humidity! Since we have built our outdoor greenhouse, I’ve planted things like […]