How Many Seeds Do You Need To Grow A Plant?
When starting seeds, how many seeds do you need to grow a plant? Horticultural expert Sarah Jay addresses this important question and explains all the variables!
Can Miracle-Gro Be Used in Organic Gardens? Is it Safe and Effective?
When starting your very own organic garden, you may be curious if certain fertilizers are safe to use. Miracle-Gro is a commercially available fertilizer, and you may be asking yourself if this product is safe to use given its popularity. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey examines if Miracle Gro's products are safe and effective to use when gardening organically.
11 Organic Gardening Tips to Grow an Incredible Organic Garden
Organic gardening can be a bit tricky, especially for newer gardeners just starting out. That's why having a few tips and tricks up your sleeve over the average gardener can pay dividends. While you can't shortcut a perfect organic garden, you can definitely give yourself a running head start. In this article, organic gardening specialist Logan Hailey outlines her 11 favorite tips to make sure you start off planting on the right foot.
Can You Grow Potatoes and Tomatoes Together?
If you are considering growing tomatoes and potatoes in the same garden together, there are a few factors you'll need to consider. While both of these plants are quite popular in many amateur vegetable gardens, do they make good companion plants when grown alongside one another? Read on and find out if you should grow these plants side by side!
Raised Bed Greenhouse Gardens: Tips & Tricks
Sometimes you need a little protection for your raised bed. A raised bed greenhouse may be the solution you're seeking. We'll share how!
Starting Seeds Indoors: An Introduction
Starting seeds indoors is a necessity for most gardeners, especially when germination times are long. We reveal how to get started!
How to Grow Tomatoes In Raised Beds
When growing tomatoes in raised beds, planning is key. We discuss what you should know to get tomato success from your raised garden!
Rainwater Harvesting: How to Collect Rainwater
Sustainable gardeners are collecting rainwater for use in their gardens. If you want to set up your own system, gardening expert Sarah Jay explains the pros and cons, and how to get started.
What to Plant with Peppers (and What to Avoid)
Improve the taste of your produce and lessen pests by choosing the right pepper companion plants. Our guide shares some of our best tips!
What Birds Eat Mosquitoes and How Can I Attract Them to My Garden?
Are you noticing more mosquitoes or other garden bugs hovering around your home garden? Did you know that some birds can act as a natural pest repellent? While there are some animals that benefit your garden, many insects do not. And mosquitoes can make your life miserable during planting season. Find out which birds are good to have around, and how to attract them.
31 Different Types of Plants That Will Consistently Attract Butterflies
Trying to find the perfect plants or flowers to plant in your home or garden to attract butterflies? Butterflies can have a wide number of different benefits, especially for pollination purposes. There are a number of different plant species that will have these beautiful insects flocking to your yard. In this article, we examine some of our favorites.
Botanist vs. Horticulturist: What’s the Difference Between Them?
Thinking of becoming a botanist or a horticulturist, but aren't sure what the difference is between the two? These two areas of study are both rooted in the study of plants, but have some distinct differences. In this article, we look at both disciplines, and what you can expect as you further your knowledge in each of them.