Watering your vegetable garden is more than just a task on your gardening to-do list. It’s a foundational part of a successful harvest – or at least it should be when done correctly. The best time to water vegetable garden…
Fertilizer your tomatoes correctly is the key to a strong harvest. Unfortunately, if done incorrectly, it can also mean an early end to your season. If you’re wondering when to fertilize tomato plants, you’re already on the right track! The…
Wondering does lettuce need full sun? if you want to keep the plant happy from planting to harvest, monitoring light levels is essential. Lettuce typically grows best in full sun to partial shade, depending on the growing season and your…
Cherry trees are a long-term garden investment, requiring patience and consistent care. One part of this care routine may involve fertilizing, depending on the soil you have planted in. Cherry trees planted in high-quality soil with plenty of nutrients typically…
One of the most widely used lettuce varieties around the world (and certainly in my kitchen), iceberg lettuce is a must-have in your vegetable garden. This variety, renowned for its crunchy texture and refreshing taste, is as easy to grow…
Watering seems like one of the most simple gardening tasks. It certainly can be, but there are also many ways it can go wrong. One way to resolve your watering woes is by installing a drip irrigation system, especially in…
When dealing with the hustle and bustle of life on a daily basis, who wouldn’t want to transform their outdoor space into a little slice of wilderness? Enter wildlife gardens. Wildlife gardens are designed to attract wildlife and provide shelter…
The gardening world is littered with tips and tricks that claim to enhance the health and growth of your plants, including using coffee grounds. Gardeners are known to use coffee grounds for plants in many ways around their backyards, from…
One of the most common pests gardeners struggle with, especially in their vegetable patch, is aphids. Even the mention of their name will induce a sigh and eye roll from avid gardeners, myself included. Aphids are sap-sucking pests that feed…
When you’re starting a herb garden, parsley is one herb that has to be on the list. I used to view it as the sprig of green garnish on a dish that you could largely ignore, but its unique flavor…
Whether you’re looking for something low-maintenance and waterwise, need an aromatic plant to fill your garden with a sweet scent or want a pollinator magnet to bring life to your backyard, lavender is the plant to look for. In general,…
The Philodendron genus is full of unique and interesting plants that are surprisingly easy to grow. They are often grown indoors and make great first houseplants for beginner indoor gardeners. Let’s learn how to grow philodendron! Generally, philodendron plants prefer…
