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Tools, Technique, and What Really Matters Digging up a mature tree by hand isn’t pretty, it isn’t easy, and it definitely isn’t fast.But it can be done with the right tools, the right approach, and realistic expectations. In this video, I walk through the full process of digging a large magnolia tree by hand from… Click here to read more…
Adding good rich compost to your gardens is one of the smartest things you can do as a gardener. Compost is pure organic matter, and added to the soil it helps to reactivate the micro-organisms in the soil. These micro-organisms help to maintain a healthy balance in the soil. Composting is not complicated, but there… Click here to read more…
If you’re the kind of person who wants to see results fast, then fast-growing trees might be exactly what your yard needs. Whether you’re looking to add privacy, shade, or just boost your property’s curb appeal without waiting a decade — this guide is for you. We’ll walk through everything you need to know: why… Click here to read more…
The next new trend? Probably not. But hey, it could catch on! Either way, it’s a quick dose of humor to hopefully make your day just a little better. Enjoy! Only a few hours left to take advantage of my INSANE Cyber Week Sale and save $858 (click here to read more)!
If you’re looking for a plant that not only brings color to your garden but also some extra cash to your pocket, mums (chrysanthemums) might be just the ticket. Over the years, I’ve seen more than a few backyard growers turn a tidy profit from these tough, popular plants. Whether you want to sell them… Click here to read more…
This seems to be another common question folks have… “What Should I Be Doing Now? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! I put together a month-by-month guide so you know what type of propagation is best for each month of the year. January-Mid Winter You can do hardwood cuttings of deciduous plants. Just wait for… Click here to read more…
Here’s a quick lesson on how to easily prune Tango Weigela and other flowering shrubs. I’ve also included a crash-course on how to make softwood cuttings. People All Over the Country Are Getting Paid to Grow Plants Right In Their Own Backyards! It’s Easy to Get Started… Here’s How… The video below shows how nicely… Click here to read more…
Written by Ruth Harrigan – Urban Beekeeper & Gardener As civilization continues to encroach on wild habitats it is now more imperative than ever for gardeners like us to lend a hand to all the pollinators who need a variety of flowers as a source of nectar and pollen. An oasis can be easily created… Click here to read more…
Enter below for a chance to win this Mantis Tiller. Follow the instructions using the box below to enter. ↓↓↓ a Rafflecopter giveaway The giveaway starts on January 10, 2016 at 8:00am. We’ll a draw a winner at random on April 11, 2016. The winner will be notified by email.
Having a solar powered generator can be functional, economical and fun. There are many different practical uses depending on the size of generator you decide to build. You can find step-by-step plans below to build a portable solar power generator and a link to get plans to build a full size solar generator. Materials List… Click here to read more…
My oldest son, Duston, had this beautiful Japanese Maple Tree in the front of his house. It was there when he moved in. The previous owner really planted it too close to the house. If they would’ve kept a close eye on it and pruned it when necessary, it probably would’ve been fine. But it… Click here to read more…
I don’t know how many times someone has sent me a picture and asked me to identify their “mystery plant”. Countless times! There’s now a solution… at least for anyone who owns a smartphone. (It was brought to my attention that this app was really made to identify plants from Western Europe. I didn’t realize… Click here to read more…
This invention, designed by these twin sisters, is absolutely brilliant! It uses an origami-based design that allows the pot to expand to fit the sized of the plant as it grows. Bike and Begum Ayaskan, the twin designer duo, call it Growth. You definitely need to check out their website and look at the other… Click here to read more…
“The “Skeleton Flower” (Diphelleia grayi), is a white woodland blossom that turns transparent when it gets wet. This plant can be found in three parts of the world. The plant grows on moist, wooded mountainsides in colder regions of Japan, China and the Appalachian Mountains in the United States, and it’s very easy to spot… Click here to read more…
Can you REALLY make $100,000.00 from yard waste?? Sounds like one of those bogus get-rich-quick scams, right? I’m sure I’ll catch some flack for even suggesting it’s possible. But guess what… I don’t care. Before I dive into that, I wanna let you know what’s been going on at my nursery. We just finished up… Click here to read more…
People have been asking me how I water all of my plants. The best thing that I have found, and that all the nurseries around me use, is the Nelson Whiz Head sprinkler [Amazon]. It’s fairly inexpensive and it fits right onto a ½ inch fitting on a ¾ standpipe. I run 5 of these… Click here to read more…
We’re giving away two full memberships to the Backyard Grower’s Business Center, a $610 value! To enter to win, all you have to do is leave a comment below. We will choose two numbers at random and match those numbers with the comment number below. (NOTE: only we can see the comment numbers, they’re not… Click here to read more…
An important message from Duston McGroarty (Mike’s son): I can’t believe it’s been 15 years (I guess time flies, right?). 15 years ago, this January, my Dad started FreePlants.com. He didn’t know it then but his life would never be the same. Over the course of the next 15 years he went on to change… Click here to read more…
