Year-round care for canna lilies
Canna lilies are perennials that require specific care throughout the seasons.
6 tips for growing succulents indoors
Succulents are easy to grow as long as attention is paid to environment, light, soil, water, fertilizer and pest control.
How to test seed viability
Test last year’s garden seeds viability for with this simple germination procedure and learn the best methods for storing seed over winter.
How to tell the difference between annuals, perennials and biennials
When you’re shopping for seeds, you’ll notice that packets are labeled with perennial, annual or biennial. Here’s a reference guide for telling the difference.
How to stop blossom end rot
Blossom end rot can affect tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, cucumbers, squash and even watermelons.
Use coffee grounds in the garden
Coffee grounds offer several benefits for your garden’s soil and are also useful for compost and mulch.
How to build a grow light system for starting seeds indoors
Building a simple A-frame grow light system for starting seeds indoors takes a trip to your local home improvement store and a few hours time.
How to get rid of moles in your garden
New baits and repellents for moles work better than the home remedies some people swear by, and trapping is still one of the most efficient means of controlling moles.
10 tips for beginning gardeners
New to gardening? Consider this advice and check out recommended vegetables to grow your first year.
Ready for red? Tips to ripen green tomatoes
5 tips for ripening green tomatoes, plus how to prune tomato plants.
