Ever looked at your yard or balcony and wished it was bursting with life? Starting a garden can feel out of reach when you’re ...
Oregano is one of those herbs that gain a place in every garden, rather unobtrusively. Native to the Mediterranean, oregano ...
A green garden feels like a good thing. Fresh leaves, damp soil, plants that look alive and healthy. Most people associate ...
Of the tests to do before planting in your garden, a drainage test is among the best (and easiest). Try this quick drainage ...
Extend the life of you garden pots by cleaning them and storing them during winter. Moisture can freeze and lead to cracked or broken containers.
Style Observer Gardening (SOG) continues to deck the halls — and hedges — offering essential advice on making your garden ...
General maintenance of pathways, especially during winter, can protect your landscape from potential issues. Old leaves and ...
Tender bulbs: Dig up bulbs from cold-sensitive perennials, including dahlias, gladiolus, begonias, and cannas. Store the ...
Anything drought-tolerant is a good idea as they will have a better chance in the long, hot summers, but also, once they are ...
Broadleaf evergreen trees and shrubs are susceptible to damage from dry winter winds and fluctuating temperatures. Learn how to protect evergreen plants against winter damage and care for them through ...
1.) Turn it into a living birdfeeder. Leave your tree in its stand or put it into a large pot or bucket weighted with rocks.
As winter approaches, balcony plants are at risk due to harsh winds. These winds can dry out soil, damage leaves, and even uproot plants. To keep your balcony garden healthy, you need to take steps to ...