Tag: Gardening

Posted on 01/07/2024
3 Sustainability tips for your home garden
If you’re interested in ways to live more sustainably, one...
Compost
Garden
+ 4 more
Read More
Posted on 12/17/2023
Gardening to Prevent Erosion & Landslides
Landslides are caused by soil erosion and heavy rainfall. If your property has any slopes, it's important to check for signs of erosion so you can avoid the risk of causing a landslide. Here are three ways you can prevent erosion damage and landslides in your own yard: Plant Densely An abundance of deep-rooted vegetation is the best...
Erosion
Gardening
+ 5 more
Read More
Posted on 12/03/2023
A beginner's guide to building soil
Improving or “building” soil is essential for every...
Compost
Gardening
+ 4 more
Read More
Posted on 05/07/2023
3 Secrets to starting an organic garden
Starting your own organic garden is simpler than you might...
Compost
Fertilizer
+ 4 more
Read More
Posted on 03/19/2023
Rain gardens: Design & benefits
When it comes to rain gardens, design matters for more...
Gardening
Landscaping
+ 2 more
Read More
Posted on 10/16/2022
Improving your yard drainage
If your yard is full of puddles, soggy soil and waterlogged plants, it’s time to invest in better yard drainage. Depending on the cause and severity of the issue, there are plenty of DIY options you can handle without spending a fortune. Understanding common causes leading to drainage problems and how they affect your yard will go a...
Gardening
Gardening
+ 7 more
Read More
Posted on 09/25/2022
What is companion planting?
Companion planting is the practice of placing certain plants next to each other in your garden for various benefits. While some plants don’t play nicely together and should be planted far apart, others thrive in proximity with specific companion plants. If you’re interested in taking your vegetable garden to the next level, here is some information about the...
Beneficial Insects
Companion Planting
+ 8 more
Read More
Posted on 12/12/2021
Urban Agriculture For Everyone: Allotments and Community Gardens
Photo by Zen Chung from Pexels Despite the more recent interest in sustainable lifestyles, the practice and concept of urban agriculture has been around for centuries. Two of the most common forms of urban agriculture are allotments and community gardens. The term allotment is a term originating in Britain that refers to a piece of land cultivated by...
Gardening
Agriculture
+ 4 more
Read More
Posted on 05/02/2021
DIY Your Garden Decor This Spring
Image by Benjamin Balazs from Pixabay Spring is the best time to begin planning for and updating your garden. Rather than going to the store to buy a few new ornamental decorations or a couple fresh bird feeders you may want to consider creating your own DIY garden decor. Three Reasons Why You Should DIY Your Garden Decor...
Gardening
Arts And Crafts
+ 2 more
Read More