QUESTION: What should not be planted near cabbage? I’m just getting into companion planting and have seen lots of information on what should be planted near cabbage, but none on what should not. — Jay A. ANSWER: Welcome to the wonderful world of companion planting! We’ve got … [Read more...]
Is the southern magnolia a messy tree?
QUESTION: Is the southern magnolia a messy tree? I've had trees before that constantly make a mess that requires a lot of raking or blowing, so I'd like to avoid that. - Wesley H ANSWER: Unfortunately, the southern magnolia tree is considered a messy tree by most standards. So … [Read more...]
How to Fight Stem and Root Rot
by Matt Gibson So you may have overwatered your plants once or twice. Then you start to see the leaves getting dull, turning yellow, and looking rather sick. You take steps to correct the watering issue, but the plants don’t bounce back. Chances are, your garden is suffering … [Read more...]
How to Get Rid of Grasshoppers in the Garden
If your vegetable garden area is surrounded by grass, your crops may get visitors: pesky grasshoppers. If grasshoppers make their way to your vegetable plants, you’ll begin to notice holes in your crops’ leaves and partially eaten produce. If very large numbers of these common … [Read more...]
How to Use Eggshells in the Garden: Tips and Myths
by Matt Gibson Wondering about whether to use egg shells in your garden, and how you'd do it? As the planet is shifting to a greener way of living, the spotlight is on ways to recycle our trash, repurpose our waste, and find new ways to utilize those everyday household items … [Read more...]
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