Monthly Archives: January 2012

Do you enjoy fresh mint leaves though hate how they grow so fast and take over your entire garden? Rein their growth; you can do this simply by planting mint inside a larger garden container or pot. You can bury … Continue reading →

Prior to planting anything in your garden, check your soil. You can get a soil analysis, and if you find your soil needs a supplement, do it! You can often find Cooperative Extension offices that provide this service, which can … Continue reading →

You may be able to re-pot some plants to bring indoors for the winter. Your best bet would be try to save the best or most hearty plants. Dig around the roots carefully and transfer the plant to a pot. … Continue reading →

While working in your garden during the fall season, watch out for those stink bugs! They thrive on fruits, citrus, peppers and various beans. If kept unchecked they can certainly do a ton of a damage to your garden so … Continue reading →

Protect the soil around your vegetable plants with an inch or two of organic mulch. Mulch keeps soil moist for longer periods of time. It will also dramatically decrease weed growth. You will benefit by not having to spend so … Continue reading →

When gardening, it is critical to shield your knees as much as possible. Bending over while gardening can be painful and unhealthy for your back. Kneeling is much easier on your body, and helps you tend to your plants without … Continue reading →

One natural method of weed removal is called “boiling”. Water is cheaper than chemical herbicides, and less hazardous to humans and soil. Just douse the weeds directly with boiling water, taking care to avoid damaging nearby plants. Weed roots will … Continue reading →

When choosing plants, pick those that produce a high yield. A lot of times a hybrid that will tolerate cold weather or disease will give you a higher output than heirlooms. To create a beautiful English garden use various plants … Continue reading →

The best way to start a garden is from first principles: seeds. When planting a garden, the best way is to initially start with seeds. The problem is those plastic trays which end up in landfills and are not generally … Continue reading →

The sun can cause irreparable skin damage; therefore, it is essential to dress accordingly when gardening. Pair sunglasses with wide-brimmed hats and a dab of sunblock. Proper protection from the sun means a lower chance of sunburn, as well as … Continue reading →