by Matt Gibson Want to learn about the sweetfern plant and how to care for it? Despite the misleading name of the plant, the sweetfern is not a fern. However, its pretty green foliage does seem rather similar to the leaves of the more common ferns you’re likely to have seen … [Read more...]
Pro Tips from Florists to Make Your Arranged Flowers Last Longer
by Matt Gibson Florists depend on your lack of knowledge about flower arrangements in order to make a living. If you knew all of their secrets, you could save yourself quite a bit of change when you find yourself in need of a nice arrangement for a friend who could use a … [Read more...]
Plan a Low Maintenance Garden in 9 Easy Steps
By Matt Gibson There is no such thing as a no-maintenance garden that has any sort of plant life. If you have plants in your garden area, there will undoubtedly be some maintenance involved. However, if you minimize the space that you are growing in and select the right … [Read more...]
What’s the Difference Between Hot, Cold, and Warm Composting?
by Matt Gibson Do you know the difference between hot, cold, and warm composting? Well, you are about to know a whole lot more about all three methods, and how you can use each to improve your garden’s soil, making it easier to grow healthy, happy plants each growing season. … [Read more...]
How and Why to Harden Off Seedlings Before Moving Outdoors
By Matt Gibson Growing from seed is a great practice for gardeners which allows them access to a wide variety of plants to add to growing areas each season. Starting from seed also allows the gardener to be a part of the entire process as creator and caretaker. Growing plants … [Read more...]