There is a right way and a wrong way to prune gourd vines, if done right, you will increase gourd fruit production but if done improperly you can actually destroy successfully produced fruit. If you have read my previous articles on how to grow gourds, germinating gourd seeds, planting gourd seeds, and the growth cycle ...
If you’ve always wanted a garden, but don’t have the time to spend watering and weeding a flowerbed, then a cactus garden may be just the right alternative for you. Cacti require little to no water or fertilizer, are immune to insect infestation, and can be grown indoors in containers with beautiful results. To create ...
This year, spring cleanup started before season arrived. Many people are wondering what the growing season will be like this year. Will there be abundant rain, or drought, hot temperatures, or seasonable. When planting a garden, it’s best to think the weather will be the worst, and be pleasantly surprised when it turns out nice. ...
White is the absence of all color, but don’t let that stop you from planting a primarily white flower garden. A white flower garden enhanced with a few colorful flowers and beautiful deep green foliage makes an outstanding display. Some of the most beautiful flowers available are white, and a white flower garden is simply ...
Prelude from the author: “A karesansui or Japanese rock garden, or Zen garden is an enclosed shallow sandbox containing sand, gravel, rocks, and occasionally grass or other natural elements. The main elements of karesansui are rocks and sand, with the sea symbolized not by water but by sand raked in patterns that suggest rippling water. ...
Are you searching for the perfect gift for all your garden buddies? Look no further. Here are 10 gift ideas for gardeners to help get you started. Green Thumb Gift Basket. Whether it’s for the novice or the well-seasoned gardener, this gift will satisfy the green thumb of every gardener. Don’t worry about spending a ...
Pecan trees are graceful, towering trees that can be damaged by any things. Weather can be a particularly nasty culprit but so can disease and insects. And if the tree hasn’t properly been cared for, the damage caused can be worse. Learn to recognize the symptoms and signs so you can react swiftly and protect ...
If you have a spot on your property where you have difficulty growing plants, or just wish to create some sort of ground cover, there are many choices out there. While you could try to grow grass or just mulch the area, many homeowners choose to grow a plant that will cover the area and ...
Knowing when and how much to water a garden can be a challenge, even for seasoned gardeners. When you first begin a garden, you may seek out expert knowledge on this issue; and you will find many books and websites that offer great advice. However, how will you know what will work for your garden? ...
Do you have any cat litter that your cat just really doesn’t like? Well if you answered yes don’t throw it away there is other uses for that litter, which can save you money in the long run. Sometimes cats can be very picky when it comes to their litter, so you end up going ...
