Putting together a vegetable garden in zone 4 begins with planing in January. The last frost in zone 4 is about May 20th. Plan on planting after that date. Remember, Mother Nature controls the weather, not man. Make sure you have a good forecast. Take a look a the package of the seeds. It will ...
Unfortunately, the natural conditions along the coast can create a hostile environment for garden plants. From harsh winds and salt sprays of seawater to dry, sandy soil and heat, all of these factors can wreak havoc on landscape plantings and how well they grow. Seaside gardening also presents challenges for the gardener, even the most ...
Surprise! Peanuts do not grow on trees like other nuts, peanuts grow in a garden. You really can grow your own peanut butter nuts right there at home where you can keep them safe from chemicals and preservatives. Where To Grow Peanuts: Peanuts love warm places. Peanuts want warm weather for about 5-months of growing ...
As I walked through my neighborhood on this fine Spring morning, I saw turf lawns of lush, green St. Augustine grass next to front yards that had turned into sand piles. And I thought, “The grass-growers are breaking the laws of both common sense and our county. The sandy-yard folks have a great opportunity but ...
Do you hate your salad spinner because it takes up too much space and is only good for drying lettuce? While, this does seem annoying, it isn’t true. Salad spinners are actually great for several different projects. So instead of cursing your salad spinner for taking up so much space, take it out of the ...
City water is expensive so let’s use it with as little waste as possible. This can be done with a little careful observation on the part of the gardener. One of the first things a beginning gardener learns is that shallow watering produces shallow roots. Roots develop and grow only in moist soil that has ...
Sweet scented spikes in shades of violet, Lavender’s delicate foliage and subtle bouquet provides an elegant summer show. Lavender is prized for both its fragrance and its color. The three main species are English, Spanish, and French. English Lavender features long grey or light blue stems that grow delicate flower spikes in late summer. The ...
If you have a subscription to your local newspaper then you know just how quick those papers can stack up. There is many ways to recycle old newspapers, however most of us just toss them in the trash. Did you know that you can use old newspapers to help create a beautiful garden or flowerbed? ...
The best advice on how to plant poinsettias should include every step of the process, beginning with planting in the right climate. If you are planting poinsettias outdoors, particular care should be taken to choose a suitable location. An ideal planting area for poinsettias is wind-protected and sunny with partial shade. Well-drained soil is also ...