Want to know how to fertilize your geraniums to keep them flowering big and strong all summer long? Geraniums are one of the most iconic flowering annuals of all. The versatile plant is a top choice for bringing life all over the landscape – from flowerbeds, gardens and raised bed plantings, to hanging baskets, containers …
Looking for a way to keep field mice out of your garden and away from your plants and produce? Field mice can be quite a serious issue for gardeners. Not just because of the damage they can do to vegetable plants and the blooms, fruit and vegetables they produce, but also from the disease they …
The question arises every single summer as tomato plants begin to grow – should you or shouldn’t you remove the suckers on tomato plants? And, do I need to even prune my tomato plants at all? Tomato suckers have long been the topic for hot debate among avid tomato growers. On one side, you have …
There is no better way to power your vegetable plants and flowers naturally than to make and use your own homemade compost tea. And is it ever simple, fast and inexpensive to make. In fact, if you happen to have your own compost pile, you can make an endless supply all summer – for free! …
Looking for a few simple garden hand tools that can help you plant, grow and maintain your garden and flowerbed spaces quicker, easier and with less back-breaking work? When it comes to creating highly productive and weed-free garden or flowerbed spaces, there are certainly all kinds of expensive tools available. From rototillers, trimmers and edgers, …
When you prune the pepper plants that grow in your garden, raised beds or containers – great things happen! When it comes to growing healthy, vibrant and extremely productive pepper plants, pruning can play a big role in the overall success of your plants. Not only can pruning your pepper plants help improve the amount …
When it comes to getting the most from your tomato plants this year – it’s important to avoid three of the biggest and most common tomato growing mistakes gardeners often make that not only hurt the growth of their plants, but more importantly, the overall harvest they eventually produce! Whether you grow your tomatoes in …
Looking for a few effective methods to get rid of potato beetles and eliminate them without having to resort to harsh chemicals and insecticides? Potato beetles can destroy the leaves of some of the most beloved vegetable plants in a home garden. Although they get their name from their love of attacking the foliage of …
Looking for a few natural methods to keep whiteflies from infesting your tomato plants this year? Whiteflies can be devastating to a tomato plant. And, unfortunately, in several different ways. For starters, whiteflies love to feed on the leaves of tomato plants. They do this because they love the sap that is inside of the …
Looking for a few simple tips and tricks to get your rose bushes blooming more than ever this summer? Rose bushes are wonderful for adding elegance, beauty and interest to the landscape, especially when they are loaded with buds and blooms! Not only can their wide array of colorful petals add tremendous flair to flowerbeds, …