by Erin Marissa Russell Nematodes in the garden can be beneficial, helping gardeners to aerate soil and produce a bumper crop, or they can be parasitic to plants. This article will help gardeners learn the difference between helpful and harmful nematodes as well as what to do … [Read more...]
Soil Solarization: a Method of Killing Weeds and Diseases Using the Sun
by Matt Gibson Soil temperature gardening techniques, or soil solarization, is the process of utilizing heat energy from the sun, to heat up the soil to levels that will reduce the effects of soilborne diseases and naturally eliminate pests, weeds and other soil problems. … [Read more...]
Beneficial Insects for Gardens and Yards: How to Spot and Attract Them
By Erin Marissa Russell Ready to find out how to get beneficial insects to fly by your garden—and learn to identify them on sight? This guide explains why some insects are more welcome than others in the garden. We’ll teach you what to do to bring in the insects that will … [Read more...]
Organic Gardening Tips for Beginners
by Shellie Elliott Ready to try organic gardening and need some tips to get started? The idea of starting a garden can seem overwhelming on its own, and going the organic route might feel like even more of a challenge. Using chemical fertilizers and pesticides to help your … [Read more...]
How to Fight Spider Mites
by Matt Gibson Got spider mites in your garden or on your houseplants, and looking for options to control them? Spider mites are one of the more common pests found in gardens. These pests also affect houseplants and indoor garden setups, and not just outdoor plants. The tiny … [Read more...]