My family likes to joke that I use “The Force” in gardening. I like to consider it just plain old common sense. Lets take my flagpole garden. Common sense dictates that the tallest plants are those closest to the pole itself while the shorter plants are the ones that edge this particular garden area. You […]
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One of the most beautiful and most tasty fruits in the entire world would be the strawberry. This red sweet berry is loved and eaten throughout the entire planet. As like most fruits, strawberries taste much better when they are homegrown than they do store-bought. The reason being that many of the fruits and vegetables […]
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Apr
Apr
If you have runner ducks in your garden, you already know what a hoot they can be. It’s so much fun watching them run around tilting their heads to see what you are up to. If you are like me, you could sit for hours watching them. I put a bench in my garden just […]
Growing bok choy in your garden is very easy and rewarding. Bok choy is also called Chinese cabbage and is used in many Asian recipes such as stir-fried seafood, beef, chicken, and pork. It is also used in many drinks and snacks. Bok Choy is a cool weather crop that does best in early spring […]
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Jul
Jul
On hot summer days, your indoor spaces can feel hotter than outdoor ones. But only if you can hide in the shade. So how can you introduce more shade into your garden, deck, patio or porch? Here are 9 imaginative shade ideas for creating outdoor retreats from the summer heat. Parachute Cover Army Navy Surplus […]
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Nov
Nov
The work of the earth seems to be under a pine plantation; But knowing the right planting to plant is half the battle. The plants you want to make are hardy in your area, they are shade loving, and knowing their watering needs will help you likewise. Having an antenna full of pine trees, but […]
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Aug
Aug
In soil with a pH testing of below 6.0, garden lime should be added to “sweeten” the garden soil and lawn, which strengthens plant roots and stems. If soil testing is not possible, or time is limited there are several conditions to recognize high acidic soil. Soil that is subject to a lot of rain […]