How to make compost that WORKS
How to make THE BEST compost ever
Many people are thinking that compost pits are the best way to make compost. It's not the best way to make compost. There is no point to make a compost using a pit. It will take a very long time, and compost will be not good. It's better to make compost in bins or boxes with access to oxygen. Oxygen is the most...
Spring Lawn Care and Gardening Tips
Spring Tips for Lawn and Garden
February is really early spring in parts of Zone 7 and most of Zone 8. It’s time now to beginning to work on things that will make your garden bloom or produce much better than last year. And a lawn needs attention to inhibit new weed growth in the late spring and summer.
First I’ll talk about lawns. Every lawn is susceptible to weeds, and...
Add Mulch To Your Garden To Reduce Weeds DRASTICALLY
Mulch and More Mulch: Mulch your garden to reduce weeds and other problems
Mulching the garden is the final project to be completed after the planting is done. Placing a three to four-inch deep layer of organic material on the ground surrounding your plants provides numerous benefits.
Weeds are drastically reduced after mulching since sunlight is virtually shut out. Weeds that do appear are easily plucked out. If the area you...
Backyard Rainwater Harvesting: The Essentials
Droughts are becoming more prominent around the globe, creating a real water crisis. Meanwhile, developed countries are clinging to old practices and still being responsible for the largest water footprint. That means we are running through clean water deposits faster than we can even hope to replenish them. So, it is high time to turn the tide and preserve limited natural resources. In the process, we have a chance...
How To Make An Eco-Friendly Backyard
How To Make An Eco-Friendly Backyard
Spring is just around the corner and that makes this the perfect time to start planning the new look for your backyard. While you're at it, why not do it in an eco-friendly way and help keep our planet clean and healthy. Go through these tips to ensure you are taking the right steps to give your outdoor area a stunning new look in...
Gardening Tips to Avoid Fungus During Summer: Pest free garden
Gardening Tips to Avoid Fungus During Summer: Pest free garden
Garden Control of fungus pests can be one of the most frustrating aspects of gardening. Fungus can infect your garden turf, fruit trees, and ornamental plants. But there are ways that you can diminish your risk of garden fungus problems.
Avoid Watering in the Evening
During summertime, you can have elevated levels of humidity, which could lead to many problems in your...
How to Build a Greenhouse: A Complete Guide for Newbies
Do you enjoy growing plants? Whether you like growing beautiful flowers, your own vegetables, or anything in between, true gardeners know the value of a greenhouse.Just in case you’re not familiar with the concept, however, a greenhouse is a special building, usually made out of glass. It’s designed to keep plants sheltered from the cold, allowing you to be a successful gardener all year long!And, while greenhouses might look...
Ways to Make a Tropical Garden
Bring life to your front yard or backyard by sprucing up your garden with tropical beauty. Your neighbors, family, and friends will want to know your tricks if you follow the tips in this article and make your outside living area colorful.
But What If You Don’t Live in the Tropics?
You don’t need to move to a tropical paradise to bring lush wildlife to your home. Visualize images that come...
Buying Guide: How to choose lawn fertilizers 2018
Buying Guide: How to choose lawn fertilizers
Using lawn fertilizers is an outstanding lawn care manner. It makes grass color better. Besides grass needs to be recovered from stress, like winter or dry month. If you are using lawn fertilizer, weeds will stay away from your grass and diseases too.
How to choose lawn fertilizers?
There are few important points to think about when choosing lawn fertilizers.
Lawn fertilizer consists of Nitrogen (N),...
Create DIY drip irrigation system
Drip Irrigation System Creation
Living in the western United States offers the possibility for a large yard and a therefore a large garden. However, watering such a large, dry area can put a toll on your back and your pocketbook. Lucky for us gardeners the availability and affordability of drip irrigation has provided a relief on both the labor of watering and in how much water needed to keep any...
