Fall gardening basics

Have you considered that it is possible to do extra vegetable gardening in fall? Most people dismiss doing gardening in fall, but for the hardcore gardener, there are a few benefits to be reaped, like harvesting a bonus supply of…
Tree staking

After planting a young tree, physically supporting it by staking the tree may be needed in order to prevent the tree from growing up crooked or askew for the remainder of its life. This certainly applies for trees that are…
Talking to Plants

Do you believe in talking to plants? Do plants even feel emotion or have sensory perception? This was something I was always curious about. We tend to regard plants as mindless but living things nonetheless, and the notion that plants…
Some Common Lawn Weeds

There are a number of varieties of weeds that you would do well to be aware of. Weed control is one of the main tasks you need to carry out often to maintain your garden. A garden free of weeds…
Things to know about reel lawn mowers

As mentioned before, there are two basic types of lawn mowers – The reel mower and the rotary mower. The reel lawn mower is the favored choice for cutting grass for most people. They come in basically two forms (battery…
Valuable Features of An Orbit Sprinkler

Since sprinklers were invented, they have made life so much easier for the gardener. Now sprinklers come in a variety of models to make watering as easy as possible. The various types cater to a large or small area, and…
Houseplants that improve air quality

Can houseplants improve the air quality of your home? The answer is a resounding yes, according to research done by Kamal Meattle, a scientist and environmentalist in New Delhi, India, who has been advocating green architecture for a long time.
Lawn Sprinkler Repair Help Tips

Lawn sprinklers that have given up the ghost are quite rare, but if yours has indeed gone belly up, first thing is to understand WHY it happened and whether there are any remedial measures to carry out. Surely, you don’t…
Herbs that are suitable for the greenhouse

Herbs are usually hardy, and able to tolerate many kinds of conditions outdoors as long as they are not too extreme, from winters to moderate droughts. But if you have a greenhouse, you might want to grow them in there.…