It is important to do your homework so you choose plants that produce higher yields. Traditional strains are often out-performed by hybrids that have been bred for cold tolerance or disease resistance. TIP! A great gardening tip to use is to always select types of plants that are more likely to produce a high yield. […]

Get a slug-proof variety of perennials. These creatures can wreak havoc on a garden in a short time. These pests normally go after plants with thin little leaves and plants that have yet to fully mature. Slugs and snails will leave some perennials alone, particularly those with a bad taste or tough, hairy leaves. Some […]

Properly lay your sod. Your soil should be prepared before you lay the sod. Pull out any weeds and break up the soil. Lightly, but firmly pack the soil down, and make sure that it is flat. Make sure the soil is moist all the way through. When laying down sod, create staggered rows with […]

When it’s autumn, it’s time to start planting all of your fall edibles. This year, instead of using your regular clay pots to plant your kale and lettuce, use a pumpkin as the container instead! Cut an opening in the pumpkin and scoop the insides out. Then spray the edges and empty inside of the […]

If you have any mildew on the plants, do not go out and buy anything. Mix a solution of baking soda, water, and a tiny bit of dishwashing liquid. Use a spray bottle to apply to your plants weekly until the issue clears up. No damage will occur to your plants, and the baking soda […]

When choosing plants, pick those that produce a high yield. In most circumstances, a cold-tolerant or disease-resistant hybrid will have a higher yield when compared to a more traditional variety. TIP! Plants that result in a larger yield should be higher on your priority list when planning the garden. A lot of times a hybrid […]

Cover fences and walls with climbing plants. These types of plants can climb anything, which makes them perfect for covering up a wall or fence that needs to be hidden. They can also grow through existing shrubs or trees, or be trained to cover an arbor. Some must be tied onto a support, but a […]

Make sure to lay the sod properly. The soil requires preparation before sod can be laid. Remove weeds and break your soil until all the clumps are gone. Using a light but firm touch, compact the soil until it is flat. You then will want to thoroughly wet the soil. Sod should be staggered in […]

To prevent your plants’ systems from becoming shocked, you need to gradually transition them from higher to lower temperatures. Put the plants outside in the sun for one to two hours in the beginning. Slowly, day after day, you can leave your plants outside for a little longer. After a few more days, your plants […]

To prevent your plants from getting shocked by a big change, get them gradually used to climate and temperature changes. Start by placing your plants outside for a few hours only. Over a week, increase the time outside slowly. By weeks end, you should have plants that are ready for a permanent home outside with […]