Special Gardens
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Caring For Hydroponic Herbs - Tips On Growing A Hydroponic Window Farm
Interest in indoor hydroponic gardens is growing fast, and for good reason. It's great for those with little space. Learn more here.
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Rehydrating Potted Plants: Watering An Overly Dry Container Plant
Most healthy container plants can tolerate short periods without water, but if your plant has been badly neglected, you may need to implement emergency measures to return the plant to health. This article will help you with fixing a dry container plant.
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Rain Activity Lesson – Making A Rain Gauge With Kids
Use rain as a teaching opportunity. A rain gauge project is a great way to help kids learn about science, weather, and gardening. Click here for more info.
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What Is A Hoop House: Tips On Hoop House Gardening
Hoop house gardening is a fantastic and economical way to extend your growing season by weeks or, if you're really committed, all the way through the winter. Learn about hoop house gardening and how to build a hoop greenhouse here.
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What Is An Air Pot – How Does Air Pruning Work
Air pruning roots is an effective way to promote root health in potted plants. Air pruning containers create a healthy and hands-free environment for roots that makes for a stronger plant and easier transplanting. Learn more in this article.
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Community Gardening During Covid – Socially Distant Community Gardens
Community gardening during Covid is a bit different than before, so how do socially distant community gardens look today? Learn more here.
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Vines For Small Spaces: Growing Vines In The City
There are plenty of vines for small spaces, even vines that can be grown in containers. Learn how to grow vines with little to no space here.
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Hanging Basket Design – Tips For Arranging A Hanging Basket
By learning to plant and maintain their own hanging baskets, even novice gardeners are rewarded with a profusion of blooms throughout the growing season. Click this article to learn about creating stunning hanging basket arrangements.
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Grubs In Garden Pots: What To Do About Grubs In Container Plants
One nasty looking pest is that of grubs. You definitely don’t want to see them in your container plants. Grubs in garden pots will feed on plant matter, including the roots and stems of your beloved plants. It takes some effort to get rid of them. Click here to learn how.
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Are Grow Bags Any Good: Types Of Grow Bags For Gardening
Grow bags are an interesting and popular alternative to in-ground gardening. If the soil in your yard is poor or just nonexistent, grow bags are a great choice. To learn more about gardening with grow bags, this article will help.
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Potting A Garden Plant: Tips For Moving Garden Plants To Pots
If potting a garden plant hasn’t happened yet, it will at some point. Learn how to transplant garden plants into containers here.
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Greenhouse Location Guide: Learn Where To Put Your Greenhouse
So you want a greenhouse. A simple enough decision, or so it would seem, but in actuality there are many factors to consider, not the least is where to put your greenhouse. Correct greenhouse placement is likely your most important consideration. This article will help.
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Greenhouse Troubleshooting: Learn About Problems With Greenhouse Gardening
Greenhouses are fantastic tools for the enthusiastic grower and extend the garden season well beyond the temperature. That said, there may be any number of greenhouse growing issues to contend with. Regular greenhouse maintenance can help. Learn more here.
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Homeschooling In Gardens – Ideas For Tying Math Into Nature
Math is all around us in the world, even when we don't realize it. Enhance math skills by gardening and other outdoor nature activities found here.
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Math Garden Activities: Using Gardens To Teach Math To Kids
Using gardens to teach math makes the topic more engaging to kids. Teaching math with gardening gives kids hands-on interactions with the theories and provides them with a fun experience they will remember. Click here for more info.
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Vacant Lot Gardening: Tips For Planting Veggies In Vacant Lots
Using vacant spaces as gardens is by no means a new idea; in fact, it's steeped in history. Perhaps, there is a vacant lot in your neighborhood that you have often thought would be perfect for a community garden. How to garden on a vacant lot? Find out here.
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Using Geometry In Gardens: Planning A Golden Rectangle Garden
Using the elements of the golden rectangle and the golden ratio, you can create gardens that are compelling and relaxing, regardless of the plants you choose. Find out more about planning a golden rectangle garden in this article.
