For the past month, I have been perplexed by an Oleander plant in my front yard that, despite my best efforts, has been drooping. The leaves, even the limbs, were bowed over giving the entire plant a sad and pitiful look. I researched this like crazy and did quite a bit of experimentation and, as …
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When people find out I have horticulture experience, they generally respond with, “I kill all my plants.” After hundreds of these interactions, I’ve discovered the number-one reason people believe they have a black thumb: Overwatering. What are the signs of overwatering plants? The signs of overwatering plants are almost identical to underwatering. Both cause wilting …
Lemon trees make a beautiful and functional addition to a yard. The fruit has rich amounts of vitamin C. The juice improves digestion, skin health and just makes water taste better. Both Lemon zest and leaves have culinary functions in tea, baking, marinades, and sauces. But like any Citrus tree, you can experience problems. In …
On a recent trip to St. Croix, my wife found herself taken with the palm trees that blanket the island. Now, it evokes images of beach vacations and exotic locations anytime she sees this. And so, I’ve been looking into the possibility of planting palm trees in our backyard. But the clay soil we have …
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Is it possible that butterflies are harmful to plants? This seems like a silly question. “Haven’t you ever heard of butterfly gardens? Most gardeners want to attract butterflies.” The idea that they could be harmful seems like pure nonsense. And yet, here I am, writing an article about it. So, there must be something more …
Watering plants can be a little bit of a hassle. Overwater and you risk root rot. Forget to water and you may find a wilted dying plant gasping for life. This is especially problematic when leaving town for a few days. What’s a homeowner to do? A lot of people are promoting these DIY plastic …
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Compost bins are great but have you ever considered in-ground composting? There’s no bin needed and you never have to turn it. In fact, once you put the scraps to work, you don’t even have to think about them again! Getting started in composting can seem a little overwhelming but it doesn’t have to. In …
In-Ground Composting Advantages: No Bin or Turning Required! Read More »
A rock flower bed can really enhance the look of your yard but does it attract snakes? This was an answer I needed and it wasn’t very easy to find. I did quite a bit of research on the subject. Here’s what I learned: Smaller, tight-fitting rocks in a flower bed will not attract snakes. …
Do you have old bags of peat moss lying around in your garage or greenhouse? Have you wondered if was still good to use? It stinks throwing something away that can be reused or that has sat in a bag unopened. I’ve been looking into this and actually reached out to Miracle-Gro to get an …
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