Your backyard and your home may seem like two separate domains, but they’re more intertwined than...
Category - Gardening 101
Getting to Know Your Garden Weeds
I love to weed. The expression on peoples’ faces, whenever I say so, tells me that very few of...
Why Do You Garden?
A long time ago I mentioned to a rather snobbish gardening friend that I was thinking of planting...
The Language of Plant Leaves
The notion that there’s a “language of flowers” is amusing.
Aquaponics vs Hydroponics: What You Should Know
When the gardener does not have adequate space to grow plants in their backyard but they have a...
How to Spruce Up Your Garden This Spring
Whether you’re a landlord looking to spruce up your property before renting it out to new...
Changes in the Garden and in Life
Dread – I’m writing this article and I am full of dread.
10 Easy Steps to Successful Tomato Grafting
Tomato grafting is a great way for gardeners to grow their favorite tomatoes on rootstock that is...
Forgiving the Garden
During the hot month of August I had a temper tantrum over the state of my garden. I felt my...
Growing A Realistic Garden
The other day I found myself throwing several gardening magazines down in disgust.
Starting a Small Scale Garden
When you think of a garden, you will come across visions of vast areas filled with a variety of...
Protect Plants From Winter Cold
Although the coldest temperatures are during January and February, hardy plants have been gradually...
Protecting These Delicate Plants From Spring Frost
If you live in the northern half of the U.S. or in Canada you might grow restless waiting to start...
Mistletoe – The Magical Thief
Did you know that mistletoe is a thief and a rogue?
So You Want to Be a Beekeeper?
We have all heard about the important role honey bees play in pollinating food-producing plants. It...