by Matt Gibson Let's grow sunflowers! Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are not just an eye-catching summer flower that makes a natural choice as a showy standout in any flower garden. Sunflowers have many useful attributes aside from simply being pretty, and they are a common … [Read more...]
A Guide to Bacillus Thuringiensis (Bt) for Natural Pest Control
by Erin Marissa Russell Wondering about Bacillus Thuringiensis (BT) and how it works as a pest control in the garden? Here's a guide to tell you all about this organic pest control method that uses a natural occurring, soil based bacteria to kill insect larvae that are … [Read more...]
A List of the Best Blue Flowers for Your Garden
by Matt Gibson Looking for the best blue flowers to grow in your garden this season? Blue flowers are always an attractive option for your flowerbeds, so we’ve compiled this list of the the best blue-hued blossoms available for you to grow this year. … [Read more...]
Bee Friendly Natural Pesticides That Won’t Harm Pollinators
by Matt Gibson Looking for pesticides to use in your garden that won't harm bees? Honeybee populations have been falling at an alarming rate for years now. Researchers believe that the decline is due to many factors, including viruses, loss of the bees’ habitat, and the … [Read more...]
How to Build an Herb Spiral
by Erin Marissa Russell Ready to build an herb spiral? You’ve probably admired the whimsical layout and space-saving design of herb spiral gardens on Pinterest, gardening websites, or maybe even in a neighbor’s yard. Whether you have a bulletin board full of sample clippings or … [Read more...]