Gardening

Tree Cutting Tools: When it comes to cutting down trees, there are many different tree cutting tools available on the market. It can be confusing to know which one to choose. But don’t worry, we’ve compiled a list of the best 11 tree cutting tools to help make your decision easier. From chainsaws to hand saws, we’ve got you covered! …

Early Start on Spring Gardening: Spring is a time for new beginnings, and starting your garden early this year could be just what you need to get things going. It’s easy to do if you have the right gear, seeds, and sunlight. You’ll also want some help from Mother Nature by using cold frames or greenhouses that will extend the …

Early Start on Spring Gardening: Spring is a time for new beginnings, and starting your garden early this year could be just what you need to get things going. It’s easy to do if you have the right gear, seeds, and sunlight. You’ll also want some help from Mother Nature by using cold frames or greenhouses that will extend the …

While formal gardens emphasize order and defined spaces, cottage gardens bloom in a cheerful mix of flowers that offer various textures and hues. Darrell Trout, a passionate gardener, writer, lecturer, and speaker, says that cottage gardens are “relaxed and colorful” and that they can be fun to grow. Cottage gardens tend to require less maintenance because nature is free to roam …

While formal gardens emphasize order and defined spaces, cottage gardens bloom in a cheerful mix of flowers that offer various textures and hues. Darrell Trout, a passionate gardener, writer, lecturer, and speaker, says that cottage gardens are “relaxed and colorful” and that they can be fun to grow. Cottage gardens tend to require less maintenance because nature is free to roam …

An Introduction to Herbs: Before you take to growing your own herbs, it is important to know what herbs you want to grow. This includes deciding on the type of herbs you want to grow, whether you want to start from seeds or plant young, and finally where you want to place your garden. There are annual, biennial, and perennial herbs, …

In a recent article, “The Soil for Organic Gardens,” I outlined the basics of what soils are and said, “a good healthy soil is one that is full of life.” In so far as soils are concerned, my friend is correct. Think of your soil as a bank. You can always build on top of it with positive stuff like …

Designing Your Garden – There are many ways to approach your garden design. The first thing you need to consider is the end goal. This could be a newly designed garden, an overhaul of your existing garden, or a completed redesign. You also need to consider the type of person that you are and the personality that you want to create. …

In a recent article, “The Soil for Organic Gardens,” I outlined the basics of what soils are and said, “a good healthy soil is one that is full of life.” In so far as soils are concerned, my friend is correct. Think of your soil as a bank. You can always build on top of it with positive stuff like …

Why Grow Organic? Some first time gardeners might wonder why they should bother growing something organically. They wonder if it really costs that much extra money. Well, that’s a question best answered with a question and here’s a question for you to think about- why grow organic at all? It can be a little expensive to buy organic products-especially for …