Some of the Biggest Landscaping Mistakes
Neglecting Cub Appeal Never underestimate the power of curb appeal. Many homeowners put all of their energy into the backyard, but the front of the house is where first impressions…
The Best Herbs to Grow in Your Garden
Fresh herbs makes recipes taste even better and are great to have around for soups, stews, and salads. When picking a place to grow your herb, keep in mind that…
Why Garden Organically?
1. With organic gardening, fewer pesticides and chemical fertilizers are released into the environment, and humans are not exposed to potentially toxic chemicals. 2. Organic gardens reduce chemical runoff. Two…
Some of the Most Powerful Medicinal Plants
Ginger In many Asian countries, ginger is part of a daily diet. It is used because the medicinal power of ginger can cure many diseases. The ginger root has remedial…
More Medicinal Plants
Tea Tree – This is a very popular herbal remedy. Tea-tree oil has antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. This oil can be used to help treat infections in the nail,…
Tips to Prep Your Yard for Winter
Just because snow is coming does not mean that you should abandon your yard until the thaw of spring. If the snow has not yet come, here is what you…
Reasons Why Gardening is Good for Your Health
1. Can reduce the risk of stroke 2. burns calories 3. Helpful with weight maintenance/reduces heart disease 4. Gardening can decrease the likelihood of osteoporosis 5. Gardening is a stress…
Spring Tasks for Your Yard
As spring quickly approaches, you will want to get your yard ready for the warm seasons ahead. You can start with some gentle clean up. If you have any snow…
April (and March) Showers Bring May Flowers
While it may still be in the high 40’s – low 50’s, spring is already on its way! Now is the time to start looking at seeding and planting, as…
Black Spot Fungus
Diplocarpon rosae, or black spot fungus does not just affect roses. This fungus can affect any plant in your garden that has fleshy leaves or stems. Identifying this fungus should…