When planting perennials, seek out those that are resistant to slugs. A particularly vulnerable plant can be killed by snails and slugs overnight. Certain perennials that don’t have tough leaves are especially tasty to snails and slugs. There are perennials that slugs do not want to eat, the ones that they hate have hairy leaves, […]

When laying sod, it is important that you do it correctly. Your soil should be prepared before you lay the sod. Be sure to get rid of any weeds, and then proceed to break up the soil to get it ready to use. Flatten your soil and make it slightly compact. The soil should always […]

Keeping your garden soil rich and healthy is the best way to discourage garden pests. Healthier plants are stronger, which in turn can help the plants you grow to become more resistant to disease and bugs that can harm them. Starting with soil that is in good condition can yield the best plants. TIP! Beginning […]

Always allow your plants to adapt gradually to any changes in light conditions, temperatures or soils, if you do not, you might shock them and cause them to die. The first day you transfer your plants, you should only allow them to sit in direct sunlight for a few hours. After a week, leave your […]

Sod should be laid correctly. You want to prepare the soil before you lay down the sod. Remove any weeds, and break the soil up into a fine tilth. Compact the soil lightly and firmly, and be sure to create a flat surface. You then will want to thoroughly wet the soil. Be sure to […]

Learn how to properly lay sod. You will need to prepare your lawn soil before laying the sod. Weeds should be removed, and you should break up the soil into a tilth. When the soil is clean, pack it tightly and create a flat surface. Thoroughly moisten the soil. Lay the sod down in alternated […]

Using a shovel in clay soil is a lot of work, not only is the clay hard, but it will stick to the shovel and make it twice as hard to handle. To make digging clay soil easier, try applying a light coating of wax, either car wax or floor wax, and then buff off […]

Plant annuals and biennials to make your flower beds brighter. These flowers grow quickly and can be planted at any time during the year. If you want to maintain a flower garden all year or you want to add new flowers to reflect the changing seasons, annuals and biennials are for you. Use these beautiful […]

Sod should be laid correctly. Your soil should be prepared before you lay the sod. Pull out any weeds and break up the soil. Compact the soil lightly and firmly, and be sure to create a flat surface. The soil should always receive adequate moisture. Then lay the sod in staggered rows so the joints […]

Soak your seeds in a dark spot during the overnight hours. Place some seeds into a small container, then fill it with water until it is almost to the top. This will hydrate your seeds and it will cause them to grow faster. The seeds will then have a greater chance at lasting and blossoming. […]