Yard Drainage Problems and Solutions
Many homeowners struggle with yard drainage problems. When your yard retains too much water, you might notice soggy patches, standing water or even unexpected leaks …
Resolutions for the New Gardening Year
Wintertime, when so much of nature is still, is the gardener’s time to reflect on the past year and make plans for the coming year …
Square Foot Gardening
A square foot garden is perfect for gardeners looking to save space with high yields. Exactly as the name sounds, you build multiple square foot …
How to Grow Sweet Potatoes
Delicious and nutritious sweet potatoes are easy to grow in your home garden. You can grow them in-ground or in raised garden beds. Sweet potatoes …
Best Gardening Tools for Your Yard
atter how big your yard or garden is, you need the best gardening tools to manage your outdoor space. This guide will help you figure …
How to Repot a Plant
If the houseplants you take pride in caring for look tired and saggy, now is the perfect time to repot them. Even healthy plants outgrow …
How to Build an Inexpensive Raised Garden Bed
Materials Needed to Build a Raised Garden Bed Lumber: Use untreated 2x6s to ensure uniform color and the ability to treat the wood immediately. Screws: …
How to Build Raised Garden Beds
Planters and flower pots are good introductions to gardening, but a great way to grow fresh edibles with limited space is with a DIY raised …
When and How to Harvest Vegetables in Your Summer Garden
In the gardener’s year, if spring is for planting, then summer is the time for harvesting. You’ve put all the work in getting the garden …
Summer Home Maintenance Checklist
Take advantage of long days and warm weather and work on the outside of your home in summer. It’s a good time to reset your …