Do you want to garden, but feel like you can’t because you rent? This article has lots of tips and ideas for gardening in a rental home.
Make a hillside in your yard more manageable by constructing gradual stairs from wood and gravel.
Preserving zucchini makes sure that we have homegrown zucchini all year long! Not to mention, it is a pretty great feeling to become more self-sufficient by preserving foods that you have grown yourself, don't you
Find out all the essentials things to consider before creating the ideal outdoor fitness space in the garden. Get recommendations on outdoor gym flooring and equipment plus handy tips for nailing a hot workout spot this summer.
Raised garden beds seem to be the in thing in gardening these days and there are lots of options out there to purchase but they are pricey . A 4x4 bed averages…
The vines of grapes are very attractive and useful. You cannot only use grapes for eating, juicing, and winemaking but they are also used as…
If you're tired of fighting fungus on your plants with harsh chemicals, it's time to try out some homemade fungicides. These options are foolproof.
Learn how to grow and care for catmint plants. This easy-to-grow, drought-tolerant perennial blooms for months. Catmint is perfect for containers, borders, herb gardens, and pollinator gardens. Discover the different types of catmint including Walkers Low and Junior Walker, and also Nepeta cataria (catnip).
September - the harbinger of fall. The chores start to add up while the days get shorter and cooler. It is time to start cleaning out landscapes and cutting back fading summer plants. It is also the time to give your peonies some attention. Labor Day is the signal that it is time to cut back peonies for the year. Did you know the peony is one of the few perennials that actually prefer to be transplanted and divided in the fall? Not to be confused with daylilies and hostas that perform better when transplanted in the spring, transplanting peonies just after Labor Day is usually the ideal time to complete this task. There are several reasons for dividing and transplanting peonies. Peonies prefer a good amount of sun, but can tolerate some shade. If the peony’s location is heavily shaded by a tree or large shrub, the flowering can be reduced. Transplanting the peony to a spot with more sunlight will increase flowering. Another reason to transplant and divide peonies is overcrowding. Sometimes older, more established peonies can become overcrowded and as a result will produce fewer flowers. Dividing the peony will refresh and invigorate the plant. After the stems have been cut to near ground level, begin digging around the plant. It is best to dig straight down, about 6 inches from the plant using a sharp spade or shovel. If you are transplanting the entire plant, make a few passes around it, digging deeper with each pass (to about 14 inches) and at more of an angle. If you are dividing the plant, determine how much of the plant is to be removed and dig through the plant, segmenting the portion to be divided. Now you are ready to begin prying the plant upward. It is normal hearthe snapping of the roots at this point. After all roots have been cut or snapped off, the plant can be lifted out of the hole with a shovel and carefully turned over so that it rests on its stems Carefully loosen and remove as much soil as possible by either rinsing with water or using a sharp stick or screwdriver. If you have an assistant like Tobias, the paws come in handy for this step! Once soil has been removed, the plant can be cut and divided into sections with at least 5 “eyes” each. The eyes are the small pink nodes along the roots that are the stem buds for the next season’s growth. Each section is now ready to be planted. Dig a hole that is slightly larger than the root mass to be planted. (This is another task that Tobias is quite helpful with!) At the end of this step, the eyes should be planted at a depth of just 1-2 inches below soil level. If they are planted too deep they will fail to bloom for a few years. Peonies prefer well drained soil that is rich in organic matter. Adding peat moss or compost to the soil that is removed during this step is a good idea, but is not required. Place the root mass in the hole and begin to backfill the soil. Once the eyes are covered with soil, add a 1-2 inch layer of mulch to protect the plant from extreme freezing and thawing through the winter. In the spring the mulch can be removed after the threat of a hard freeze has passed. Even if the peony is planted at the correct depth, poor flowering should be expected for the first year. After two seasons the plant should be back to full flowering potential. Love peonies, but disappointed in the short bloom period? Tobias suggests planting several different varieties of peonies. Selecting early and late season peonies can lengthen the bloom period to about 6 weeks! Now that your peonies have been put to bed for the season, it is time to start thinking about bulb planting. Be sure to check back in October for more on planting tulips and other spring-blooming bulbs. Tobias can't wait to dig in the dirt! Happy Gardening! Rachael
Look no further than plants that repel squirrels! Planting certain types of plants can act as a natural barrier to keep squirrels away.
Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is an easy to grow garden flower that's often used in skin care products such as lotion, soap, salves, and other items for itchy, irritated, or sensitive skin. Here are ten pretty and practical ways to use chamomile flowers!
Here are a few tips and recipes to show you the many ways to store beets safely. Store fresh beets from garden in a root cellar, in fridge or freezer. Use our beet canning recipe for long term storage. #storingbeets #howtostorebeets #beetstorage
How to grow and harvest Nasturtium
If you are interested in installing plywood walls in your home, the good news is that it only requires basic carpentry skills and that its use and installation is well-suited for the do-it-yourself…
How to build a DIY window plant shelf in a deep window well. This little plant ledge is perfect for your window seat.
If you follow me on Instagram you may remember the photo I shared of tiny basil clippings lined up on my windowsill back in April. I'm pleased to say that the propagating technique worked and my garden is now bursting with basil. If you love basil as much as I do, you are going to want to try this! 1. Start with a healthy basil plant from the grocery store or garden nursery. 2. Cut of sections of basil at the top of the plant, making sure to cut the center stem at the intersection of 3 stems. See example in photo below: 3. Place each basil cutting in a small glass jar filled with water. 4. Place jars in a sunny windowsill. Watch water levels and refill with fresh water every few days. 5. In a couple of weeks, small roots will appear! Continue to refill water in jars until roots are 1/2" to an 1" long. 6. Plant each cutting outside in your garden and watch it grow! If you don't have a garden, basil grows very well in containers. Plant a big pot with your cuttings and you'll be all set. Who knew that propagating basil would be so easy! I can't wait to enjoy countless capreses and lots of pesto this summer.
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Find the perfect planting cheat sheet for every garden aspect, whether you've got a North, South, East or West facing garden.
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A page from our 3D Shape Book at KLG This week in our class we will be learning about 3D Shapes. Here are some fun resources we found on Pinterest as well as some things we have created to use in our classrooms! A site that has EVERY 3D shape imaginable as a PDF so your kids can print, cut, fold and glue! You can purchase these at arvingruptatoys We will making our own version using mini-marshmallows & toothpicks. Students take them home in paper bags with the name of the 3D shape written on the outside. This cute poem is from Lil' Country Kindergarten! Sorting 3D Shapes Freebie at TPT 3D Shapes Song from HarryKindergarten Lastly, take a look at this great activity from A Place Called Kindergarten! She had her students guess the 3D shape by placing them in a bag and having the students use their sense of touch!
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You can start a vegetable garden in July! Plant these 9 vegetables in July for a huge harvest this fall. Includes recommended varieties, planting tips, and recipes.
Flowers, insects, and sunshine! Just in time for the month of May, and these Transitional Kindergarten May Worksheets! These printables have been a life saver for me! In the midst of distance learning, I have been sending these electronically to my parents to help my TK students continue their learning at home. You can also...
Freezing green beans from the garden is an easy way to store them for later use. We'll take you through the process step by step, with or without blanching.
Bring on the balance.
Rosemary Ideas: recipes, decor & more. Easy ways to use rosemary in your cooking, decor & beauty products. Things to do with rosemary. How to use rosemary.
Rabbits can be an absolute nuisance when it comes to munching on your garden goods. Here's how to repel them, naturally, some of tips may surprise you!
Ah, early spring – that time of year when colorful seed catalogs fill mailboxes. Now is the time to think about how to prepare garden beds for spring.
As you know from reading Grandma's corner, my Grandma is a serious gardener. She is so creative with caring for her garden, and comes up wi...
Make your bakeware look new again! See the easiest way to remove baked on grease. It really is the scrub-free way to remove grease and grime.
Keeping a garden journal is the best way to ensure gardening successes year after year. It’s a great way to remember what happened in your garden last year and in previous years.
Seasonal vegetables have great taste and they are also fresh, if you eat the vegetables according to the season then your body will definitely get…
Delicious Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Ricotta and Spinach
Our deck was in good shape structurally but was not aesthetically pleasing. You may remember from my earlier blog post that I painted the deck above with solid…
This diy hand cream will keep your hands soft and comfortable despite increased washing. Non-greasy and fast absorbing, this will become your go-to DIY.
These free printable garden planners will help you plan your best garden ever! Whether you're growing vegetables or flowers, they're sure to help!
