Gardening Tips & Information
There are many types of gardens, vast numbers of plants, and an unrelenting list of gardening terms that may be unfamiliar to the average person. With so much garden design info out there, how on earth does one begin to weed it all out? Well, for starters you can begin your search here. We provide gardening tips and information that is easy to understand. From various types of gardens to explanations about gardening terms and how tos, you are certain to find what you’re looking for. If not, let us know and we’ll be happy to add it.
Gardening Tips & Information
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Boost Your Wildlife Gardening Credentials With 8 Eco-Friendly Certifications
Be an Earth champion and check out some eco-friendly certifications for your yard, garden or property.
By Teo Spengler
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Help Your No-Dig Garden Succeed: Our Guide To No-Dig Gardening
Our guide to no-dig gardening explains a movement whose time has come. Learn no-till gardening methods to enrich and balance the health of your soil.
By Teo Spengler
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Does Gardening Reduce Carbon Footprint Size?
If you’d like to learn how to reduce your carbon footprint on the Earth, start with your garden activities and planting decisions.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Use Less Plastic: 5 Ways To Go Greener In Your Garden
Data on how our overuse of plastic is harming the planet may leave you wondering how to use less plastic. Here are ideas for reduced plastic use in the garden.
By Teo Spengler
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"My Worst Mistake" – Gardeners Share 10 Hard-Learned Lessons
Gardeners never stop learning, and sometimes our mistakes are the best teachers. But why not save time and heartache by learning from other gardeners' failures?
By Melanie Griffiths
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How To Make A Sustainable Garden: 9 Easy Ways To Go Green
There are lots of eco-friendly garden ideas that will move us toward creating a sustainable garden. Here are 9 of our favorites.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Overgrown Landscape Beds: How To Reclaim An Overgrown Garden
Overgrown plants, multiplying perennials, encroaching weeds and blurred garden edges create chaos. Learn the steps on how to reclaim an overgrown garden and bring back your inner peace with the information found in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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11 Invasive Plants You Should Never Buy At The Garden Center
They might tempt you with pretty flowers or unique foliage, but invasive plants should be treated with extreme caution. Learn the most common silent invaders to avoid when visiting the garden center.
By Amy Draiss
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Why Is Biodiversity Important For Gardeners?
Why practice biodiversity in your garden? Learn why it’s important and how to encourage a healthy ecosystem at home.
By Amy Grant
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Shou Sugi Ban Raised Beds – Burning Wood For Rot Resistance
Have you heard of Shou Sugi Ban raised garden beds? This method of charring wood preserves it organically, seals it and makes it strong and long-lasting.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Spring Garden Checklist - Must-Do Garden Tasks For Spring
Spring is a busy time in the garden. But what should you do first? Here are the top tasks for your spring garden checklist.
By Amy Grant
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How To Be Sustainable On A Budget In Your Own Backyard
Learn how to be sustainable on a budget when it comes to your garden projects. There are lots of inexpensive ways to establish green habits.
By Amy Grant
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3 Clever Ways To Use Up Yard Trimmings And Clippings – For a Zero-Waste Garden
If your compost bin is bursting at the seams, then it’s time to get smart about using up garden waste. Rather than send it to landfill, these sustainable ideas will nurture plants, support biodiversity, and save you money.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Best Ways To Use Baking Soda For Plants & How NOT To Use It
Maybe your grandparents used kitchen baking soda in their gardens but you may want to consider other ways to combat fungus that won’t cause salt buildup in the soil.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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5 Beginner Gardening Mistakes All First-Time Gardeners Make
Our experts made all the beginner gardening mistakes so you don't have to. Here are their top 5.
By Amy Grant
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How To Make Natural Fungicide That Won’t Hurt Plants
Stirring up a batch of homemade natural fungicide can go a long way in treating various garden problems and is more environmentally friendly than other options.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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15 Thrifty Ideas To Grow A Garden For (Almost) Free – With Tips From Industry Experts
Gardening can be an expensive hobby, but it doesn’t have to be. These money-saving tips from industry insiders will dramatically cut the costs – from getting plants for free, to a touch of DIY.
By Melanie Griffiths