Having potted plants in your home often means a gnat infestation at some point. Learn how to get rid of gnats in plants with simple everyday remedies.
Use these secret garden ideas to design a magical hidden backyard oasis that you'll want to relax in all summer long.
This article breaks down pruning to the basics, from determining the right time to prune to following the four Ds of pruning to learning the difference between heading cuts and thinning cuts. You'll be pruning like a pro in no time!
Pruning rosemary is important, and it results in larger yields. Learn how to trim yours back the right way for a healthier and bushier plant.
I am excited to share that The National Garden Bureau has chosen the allium as the bulb of the year! They pick one annual, one perennial, one bulb crop and one…
It can be done in 3 simple steps.
How to get rid of powdery mildew on your squash and zucchini plants. Learn how to treat and prevent powdery mildew from attacking the leaves of your vegetable plants.
Dieffenbachia plants are easy to care for. Learn how to grow dumb cane: water, sunlight, soil, fertilizer, pruning, pest control, and more!
When you harvest cucumbers and realize you have too many cucumbers to eat, it’s time to try these ideas for what to do with extra cucumbers.
Use these secret garden ideas to design a magical hidden backyard oasis that you'll want to relax in all summer long.
Aphids can destroy your crops and bring disease to your garden. Learn how to control aphids through companion planting and other natural measures.
In the interest of keeping companion planting simple, I have tried to make lists of plants that go well with each other. That way, as I am planting my garden, I can quickly glance at the list and pick and choose what I what to plant next to each other. For me, it’s just simpler Read More >>
Verbena bonariensis: a must-have garden perennial but sometimes considered an invasive weed. Learn more here before adding this self-seeder to your garden so you’re prepared! This article includes planting and seasonal care info plus plenty of photos. I love this easy-care plant! I can’t believe I haven’t yet blogged about Verbena bonariensis – being that...Read More
Propagating ZZ plants is a fun and simple. Learn how to multiply Zamioculcas zamiifolia using leaf or stem cuttings, or by dividing them.
Learn when and how to properly transplant a plant in your garden with my tips and detailed step by step instructions.
Planting potatoes the right way and at the right time is important. Learn exactly when and how to do it with these step by step instructions.
Pruning plants is easier than you think! Learn all you need to know about when and how to trim any plant, tree, or shrub in your garden.
Brown leaf edges and wilting are just a couple of signals that something is wrong with your plant. Diagnose some of the most common houseplant problems and what you can do to correct them.
Want to try living mulch to improve your garden? These ideas will help you have higher yields and healthier plants (plus less work!).
NOTE: This article is about 20 of my favorite medicinal healing herbs to grow in most garden areas and types of soil. There are 100’s more, though, that I just couldn’t include because of space. Enjoy this rundown of 20 of my favorites. Have you ever wondered which medicinal herbs are the best on
Whiteflies are frustrating, but you can get rid of them! Learn the best organic methods to kill them and prevent them from ever coming back.
Propagating jade plants is fast and easy. Learn how to root Crassula leaf and stem cuttings in 5 easy steps with this detailed expert guide.
Spider mites can cause a lot of problems in the garden and on houseplants. Learn how to get rid of spider mites for good using natural, organic methods!
What to do with sage when you don't want your bountiful harvest to go to waste! There are so many ways that you an use it, as food and medicine!
Begonia maculata care can be tricky, but this post has everything you need to know to help your polka dot begonia thrive as a houseplant.
See why you need to prune tomato plants early - and how to do it! Pruning tomato plants can lead to healthier plants and a bigger harvest!
Learn how to improve your home security and deter intruders with 23 of the best defensive plants to add to your landscape now on Gardener's Path.
All about Philodendron Brasil care! From step-by-step propagation tips with photos, to discussions on light, fertilizing, watering, soil and more!
Since moving my family to Colorado earlier this year, I have found that growing perennials in the mountainous region can be difficult.
It’s usually not a question of whether or not to have marigolds. It’s more a question of what kind and how many to plant. Marigolds aren’t only attractive, they’re useful as well.
Learn how to clean and dry eggshells and a make fine powder to use for killing bugs in your garden, and how to properly store it for later.
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.
Tradescantia zebrina propagation is super simple. Check out this step-by-step post (with photos) showing you exactly what to do. The 3 steps to succeed are...
Learning how to plant corn in your garden is simple. As long as you provide enough water and keep pests at bay, you’ll have corn success!
You may be wondering how late you can plant allium bulbs, and still have beautiful blooms in spring, so let's have a look at planting time.
Beets are a staple in any homesteaders garden. They’re super nutritious plants that can be used for everything from sauteed greens to harvesting sugar from the roots. I happen to love the flavor of a homegrown beet, and once I figured out these tricks to growing beets, I was thrilled. Did you know beets are...
Propagating wandering jew is fast and easy. Learn how to root Tradescantia cuttings in water or soil with detailed step by step instructions.
This little pruning trick will allow you to grow super-sized basil plants so you can enjoy all the pesto you've ever dreamed of.
In this beginner-friendly step by step guide, you’ll learn how to design a garden layout and plant for peace & privacy so you can get your dream garden.
Bringing plants indoors for the winter without bugs is possible. Knowing when is the right time do it, and how to do it safely is critical.
