Did you know that one of the best things you can do for your vegetable garden this year is to grow zinnias in it? Not only will it fill your garden with color and beauty – but it will also bring a tremendous amount of pollinators and beneficial insects to your growing space – all …
Looking for a few of the best companion plants to grow alongside your tomatoes this year? One of the best ways to help your tomato plants perform better is to grow other plants near them that help them out – a practice known as companion planting. Not only can companion planting protect and power a …
Looking for a few beautiful marigolds to grow this year that will not only add huge color to your flowerbeds and containers – but also repel pests and bring in loads of pollinators? Marigolds are absolute showstoppers in gardens, flowerbeds and containers. Not just because they’re easy to take care of, but also because they …
Looking for a few safe and humane ways to keep groundhogs out of your garden – and from destroying your plants? Groundhogs can absolutely devastate a garden. In fact, a single groundhog is capable of consuming over a pound and a half of vegetation every day. Some of their garden favorites include berries, carrots, celery, …
One of the best ways to grow more food in your existing garden is to succession plant some or all of your garden space during your growing season. It also happens to be one of the best ways to keep a fresh supply of your favorite vegetables on the table all summer long! Succession planting …
Did you know that planting basil with your tomato plants is one of the best kept secrets to keep your tomatoes healthy and strong – and grow better tasting tomatoes? And – that planting it is as simple as putting a few basil seeds in the ground right around your tomato plants? Basil and tomatoes …
When you plant French marigolds along with vegetable plants in your garden – great things happen. Not only do you fill your garden with the beauty and color of flowering annuals, you also can help protect and power your vegetable plants! Marigolds are one of the most popular annual flowers to grow in backyard gardens …
Did you know that planting and growing marigolds with your tomato plants can be one of the best ways to keep your tomatoes healthy, happy, and most of all, incredibly productive? Believe it or not, one of the best examples of companion planting is growing marigolds right by your tomato plants. Not only do these …
If you are looking for a great way to add a unique flair to your flowering fall display this year, try growing ornamental kale, the incredibly beautiful annual that not only can survive cooler weather, it actually thrives in it! There’s nothing like a little fall foliage and flowering plants to help transition from the …
Looking for a few simple and effective natural ways to keep mosquitoes away from your patio, deck and outdoor entertaining spaces? Having mosquitoes ruin your enjoyable moments outdoors can be a real pain – literally! But, before you reach for questionable chemical-based repellents and insecticides, consider going for something more natural, safe and practical. It …