Climbing plants make a strong addition to walls, fences or other free-standing structures. Many climbers are so robust that they can cover an unattractive wall or fence in a single growing season. They can grow through shrubs and trees, or even cover an arbor. A number of climbers need to be attached to a support, […]

Your plants will respond better to gradual changes of environment. When starting the transition, leave the plants in the sun for just 1-2 hours. Gradually increase the the time they spend outside over a one week period. After one week, the plants should be fully acclimated and ready to move outside. TIP! To prevent shocking […]

A garden with a foundation of healthy soil is the best defense against pests. If you create healthy plants, they are going to be stronger and therefore, less likely to succumb to diseases and insects. If you want to get the best plants, begin with a soil that has hardly any chemicals, and that will […]

Choose perennials that won’t be taken out by slugs. Slugs and snails are voracious eaters that can destroy a plant literally overnight. These pests gravitate to young perennials with smooth, tender, thin leaves. Some perennials, however, leave a bad taste in slugs’ mouths or are difficult to chew through because their leaves aren’t tender. Examples […]

Make sure to lay the sod properly. Before you lay the sod, the soil has to be prepared. Pull any weeds that you see, and work to break up the soil so that it is a fine tilth. Lightly, but firmly compress the soil, making certain it is flat. Make sure you work with a […]

Pre-soak your seeds to keep them healthy. Simply place a handful of seeds in a container, cover the seeds up with water, and stash it away. This hydrates your seeds and jump-starts their growth. This way, the seeds you have planted will have some chance of growing. TIP! Prepare your seeds by soaking them in […]

There are home solutions available to combat the powdery mildew you may find on your plants. Combine baking soda with a small dollop of liquid soap and add it to water. Spray this onto your plants about once per week or until it subsides. This mixture will not hurt your plants and it will eliminate […]

To achieve the best growing results, plants need sufficient carbon dioxide. A major portion of plants grow their best in an environment with a saturated level of CO2. The best way to get higher CO2 for your plants is to grow them in a greenhouse. Plants grown in a greenhouse tend to be more lush […]

Your tool handles can easily be used as handy rulers. Tools that have long handles such as rakes, hoes and shovels can be used in place of a measuring stick. Lay the handles on the floor, then run the measuring tape down next to them. Have a marker handy, and mark the distance with it. […]

When planting perennials, seek out those that are resistant to slugs. A plant can be completely demolished overnight by slugs and snails. These garden vermin prefer plants with tender, herbaceous stems and leaves, particularly seedlings and young plants. Some perennials are not preferred meals for snails and slugs, especially if their foliage is hairy and […]