Living in a cooler climate can be challenging for gardeners who strive to maximize their growing season. Fortunately, an undercover growing space like a sturdy hinged hoop house can be a game changer. I’m excited to share how I built a hinged hoop house that…
In light of the recent buzz around this year’s fertilizer shortage, many home gardeners are left pondering the potential impacts on their green sanctuaries. Major news outlets have highlighted the scarcity of commercial fertilizers and reported a significant increase in demand for alternatives like animal…
Growing bitter gourd in containers using kitchen waste is an effective and sustainable method that can be accomplished with the right techniques, from seed germination to harvesting. Here is a concise guide on successfully growing your own bitter gourd at home. Key Steps for Successful…
Growing potatoes can be a rewarding experience, yielding a bountiful harvest right from your own garden. However, it’s easy to make some common mistakes that can hinder your crops. Here are seven crucial errors to avoid if you want to grow healthy, plentiful potatoes. Mistake…
Growing your own spices can be incredibly rewarding, and it doesn’t get much better than ginger. This versatile plant, which originates not from a seed but from the rhizome you might pick up in your grocery store’s produce section, is easy to grow and produces…
Gardening is my go-to therapy, but it really grinds my gears when slugs and snails turn my hard work into an all-you-can-eat salad bar. It’s a garden drama as old as time—those shiny leaves and tender stems might as well have “eat me” signs on…
Ever thought about giving your garden a timeless, rustic touch? A DIY wattle raised garden bed might just be the charming project you’re looking for. Not only does this method date back centuries, but it also brings a slew of benefits to modern gardening. Let’s…
Dahlias, with their lavish blossoms and array of forms and hues, have captured my heart as well as the hearts of many gardeners who have a penchant for both the understated and the bold. These summer stunners deliver a visual feast and are surprisingly straightforward…