Do you want a perfectly manicured yard that will make your neighbors green with envy and do a double-take every time they step outside? Has your rickety old trimmer finally kicked the bucket for good? Perhaps you’ve moved into a new home and want to get your homeownership off to a good start with the best weed…
Let’s face it: none of us is perfect… Home gardeners are usually not gardening experts. In fact, many are novices. Improve your garden and your skills by learning some of the common gardening mistakes to avoid.I’ve made a list of some of the most common ones. I hope it is helpful. 10 Common Gardening Mistakes…
Like many people you may have grown vegetables such as lettuce and silverbeet (chard) from seed but never given a thought to doing so for your tomato crop. Because of this you can grow only the limited range of varieties that are sold as seedlings by plant nurseries. You miss a great opportunity to try…
Trying to choose which heirloom tomatoes you want to grow can be bewildering. When you look at a catalogue you’ll find dozens of tempting varieties in a range of colours. The following basic information will start you off. Then you can look at the notes in a catalogue or search online for more details. Time…
If you’ve ever tried to cultivate a lawn – whether it be your own or someone else’s – you know that it’s hard work. Not only do you have to assess what kind of landscaping you’re allowed to do in your area, but you have to take into account the type of soil and ecology…
Introduction You will need a variety of gardening tools and equipment when taking care of your garden. There are traditional tools, which some still prefer as it gives them the true feeling of gardening. However, if you are dealing with a large garden, using manual tools may not be as practical. It will require a…
It may not seem like it, but finding the best garden hose nozzle for your home or business takes some time and research. When looking for the perfect nozzle to fit onto your garden hose, consider what you’ll be doing with it most of the time. If you’re an avid gardener, you’ll appreciate multi-functions and settings. If you’re…
Christmas time is a feast for the eyes. Anyone who loves to decorate their home and yard finds the perfect excuse in this snowy holiday. Fairy lights are a common sight on winter-y front porches. These delicate strings are specially made to withstand some of the coldest months of the year. That doesn’t mean they’re…