To the untrained eye, it’s just dirt and by-products. But to a gardener, it’s a canvas painted with various nutrients, each weaving its own intricate spell to encourage a plant’s growth. Yes, I’m talking about fertilizers and there are way…
How Long Does Compost Tea Last? The Truth You Need to Know
Compost tea has been lauded as an organic elixir to prevent diseases and add more nutrients to plants. But how true is this, and can they be stored for a long time? Compost tea has a very short shelf-life, from…
What To Do With Old Mulch – With Helpful Tips
A year has passed, and the mulch in your garden is looking quite drab. It’d be easier to get rid of it but is there any other way you can use it again? As a whole, old organic mulch can…
Do ZZ Plants Like Coffee Grounds? The Truth You Need to Know
There’s nothing like having a good cup of joe with your vibrant ZZ plant beside you before throwing the coffee dregs at the bottom of your cup straight into the soil. Your plant doesn’t seem to mind it every now…
Is It Okay To Use Moldy Potting Soil? Everything You Need to Know
When you pot up a new plant, one of the first things you need is brand-new soil. But say your bag of potting mix has white fuzzy mold growing in it. Can you still use it, or has it gone…
Dragon Tail Plant Care – Rhaphidophora Decursiva & Epipremnum Pinnatum
Epipremnum pinnatum, aka Dragon Tail plant, is a fascinating pothos variety with fenestrations, i.e., multiple splits in their foliage when matured. However, it’s often been confused with Rhapidora Decursiva, aka Creeping Philodendron, due to this. Fun fact: Rhaphidophora is not…
How to Grow The Best Peonies in Northern California
Growing a gorgeous set of peonies for your garden is actually easier than you think, especially in Northern California. The trick is to find a variety that does well in your hardiness zone and climate. Everything else after that is…
7 Tips on How to Grow Better & Thicker Rhubarb Stalks
Who doesn’t love a good rhubarb pie? The thicker the rhubarb, the more delicious the filling. However, sometimes rhubarb stalks don’t grow as thick as you’d like. Fret not! I have the best tips to ensure your homegrown rhubarb comes…
How Long Does It Take To Grow The Best Pumpkin
Pumpkins are a staple in every Halloween celebration. If you’re tired of lining up to get the best pumpkins every year, why not try growing your own pumpkins? Pumpkins take an average of 105 days to grow into their full…
Everything You Need to Know About Composting
You’ve probably heard of composting before, from the newbie composters to the knowledgeable veterans who have been doing it for years. So, what exactly is it? and why do people insist that it is a garden must-have? The short answer: …
What is the Best Food to Feed your Vegetable Garden?
Most plants need that extra pep from fertilizers to flourish happily, even more so to ensure a plentiful yield from your vegetable garden. But with enough options to make your head spin, which fertilizer should you get? Compost, worm castings,…
9 Home Gardening Ideas to Grow Better Vegetables, Fruits & Herbs
Home gardening isn’t just a monotonous in-bed garden with rows of vegetables, herbs, and a fruit tree that’s barely thriving in the background. Throw that dull image out the window, and have a look at these alternate ideas to level…