4 Ways to Improve the Health and Appearance of Your Garden
When it comes to gardening, you can totally judge a book by its cover. A healthy garden is green, lively, and absolutely gorgeous. Try these four simple tips to help your garden grow into something beautiful.
Give Plants Plenty of Space
Plants need room to grow. The exact amount differs based on the species, but you should generally plan for there to be at least 18 to 30 inches between the bases of each large plant. Remember to think about how tall and wide the plant will grow and how extensive the root system will be.
If you’ve already planted your seedlings too close together, wait Read more [...] 5 Backyard Features to Look for in a New Home
When you are shopping for a new home, make sure to consider the backyards of the properties. Modern backyards have features that can make the areas easier to use for entertaining or relaxing. Here are five backyard features to look for at residential properties.
In-ground Swimming Pool
If you want to have a great place for parties in your backyard, then look for a property that has an in-ground swimming pool. With this item, you can enjoy an easy way to exercise in warm water at your own home. Throughout the summer, you can have fun pool parties with your relatives and friends. Rather than spending Read more [...] Commercial Gardening: How to Keep Your Crops Healthy
When you have a commercial garden, you must keep the land and plants healthy so that you can grow the best produce for your customers. Fortunately, there are a variety of ways to have a productive and healthy commercial garden. Consider these important tips for growing the tastiest fruits and vegetables.
Choose the Best Seeds or Seedlings for a Commercial Garden
You must find the best seeds or seedlings for a commercial garden to have a plentiful harvest of produce. In addition, you should select seedlings or seeds that aren’t contaminated with any pathogens that can infest the other plants Read more [...] Landscaping Your Lawn? Here’s 4 Things to Consider
Are you looking to landscape your lawn? Whether you’re starting from scratch or remodeling your existing lawn, a landscaping upgrade can add both beauty and value to your home. However, a lawn makeover is no simple task even if you’re hiring professionals to do the dirty work. Here are four things you need to consider when landscaping your lawn if you want to avoid costly mistakes.
Aesthetics
The design and look of your lawn are the first things to think about when beginning a landscaping project, so make sure your landscaping plans take into account the exterior features of your home. Read more [...] Clearing Your Land? How to Prep for Spring Planting
If you plan on growing any plants next spring, then you need to start getting your soil ready as soon as possible. The steps that you take in the weeks leading up to the first frost of the season are going to have a huge impact on your yield the following year.
Clear the Land
The very first step in this process is clearing away all unwanted debris from the land that you will be using next spring. While you might be able to clear a small garden by hand, this job is going to be much easier with equipment like a grapple bucket. That type of attachment could end up saving you hundreds Read more [...] 4 Fencing Types to Consider for Your Home Garden
There are plenty of reasons you may decide to put a fence around your home garden. Maybe it’s close to a walkway and you’re afraid that visitors will step all over it—maybe you live in an area with critters who like snacking on your flowers. Whatever the reason, the first and most crucial step is deciding what you’re going to build the fence out of.
PVC Piping
This is one of the cheapest options you’ll encounter in your search for fencing materials. PVC pipes are a common substitute for pricier components like wood or iron, available at nearly any hardware store and designed for Read more [...] How to Protect Young Trees During the Winter
Freezing temperatures and heavy snowstorms can wreak havoc on your plants, and even established trees could die off if you aren’t careful. Luckily, with a little bit of planning and some inexpensive supplies, you should be able to protect your trees from extreme weather patterns. Here are 4 easy ways to protect young trees during the winter.
Stake the Trees
If you live in an area that gets high winds or quite a bit of snow, then you should consider staking your trees. While most mature trees don’t need to be staked, some of the younger saplings could die off if they lean over too much. Read more [...] 3 Things You Can Do Now to Improve Your Garden Come Springtime
Productive gardening requires that you plan ahead to provide the best conditions for your plants to thrive. The arrival of cold weather doesn’t mean your tasks are over. A few measures can provide healthier soil and better growing conditions for the next season. These actions can help your spring plantings to get off to a good start. Here are three easy steps you can take to ensure a healthy, productive garden for the coming year.
Clean Up Garden Areas
Avoid leaving the remains of your previous season in the soil. Remove dead plants, leaves and debris from garden beds to prevent insects and Read more [...] How to Protect Your Yard From Winter Damage by Preparing Now
When you spend summer weekends upgrading your yard and tending to the lawn and plant care, the last thing you want is to start over the next spring. By buttoning up the yard and outdoor systems in the fall, you can save yourself time and hassle of repairs that come with damage due to freezing temperatures and volatile precipitation. We talk about four areas to concentrate your efforts this fall below.
Mulch the garden
By taking a mulching mower over any plant material left in the garden, you help fertilize the soil for the following year. If you want to avoid the early spread of weeds, then Read more [...] Winter Mulching: 5 Reasons You Should Be Mulching Your Garden Now
Since April showers bring May flowers, not to mention weeds, a lot of people think they only need to mulch in the spring. However, mulching in the winter can be equally beneficial.
Winter mulching offers something for even the most novice of gardeners. Read on to learn five reasons why you should mulch before cold weather sets in.
Boost Root Hydration
Humidity levels are low during the winter, which means if the roots of plants aren’t protected, they can dry out. Mulching in the winter gives your garden and plants are extra layer of insulation, which keep roots moist and aids in growth Read more [...] Sign up for FREE updates with gardening tutorials, news, product reviews, and more
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