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This is confusing and to a degree it’s almost political. In some states Burning Bush are on the invasive species list which I really don’t understand, but they are. But in most states, it is not the Burning Bush that we all know that are on those lists. The Burning Bush that is on invasive… Click here to read more…
How To Build A Folding Sawbuck Bench A sawbuck bench makes it easier to cut long pieces of wood by getting the wood at an ideal height off the ground. This article shows you how to build a sawbuck bench that folds for easier storage. TOOLS What tools you will need: Saw (power or hand)… Click here to read more…
Why would anyone want to build a bat house? Because bats are the primary predator of those annoying, flying nighttime insects like mosquitoes, moths and beetles. One bat can eat thousands of insects in one evening! And if you build a bat house for them, they will stay out of your chimneys, rafters and attics. … Click here to read more…
This is the million dollar question that I get asked a lot. “How big does a plant have to be before I can sell it for $5.97?” And of course the answer is . . . it depends. To help explain this, I’ve made a movie about plant sizes and value. Actually my intent here… Click here to read more…
So it’s February 5th and about 12 degrees outside here in Perry, Ohio. You would think that this would be a slow time of year in the growing business, but you’d be wrong! Many of our successful growers are still buying and selling plants in anticipation of their first plant sales beginning in April! What… Click here to read more…
Hydroponics is simply growing plants in water without soil. In commercial settings liquid nutrients are utilized for this style of growing plants. This is a step by step guide for creating a very simple and extremely effective hydroponic garden system. You can use this system to create a miniature indoor hydroponic garden or to propagate… Click here to read more…
Raspberries will grow happily without any support at all, but having a raspberry trellis /support system makes gardening easier for you! If left to their own devices, raspberries will form an arching plant about 7 to 9 feet tall. Making a support keeps these plants neat and tidy, enables easy walking between rows, and makes… Click here to read more…
How To Heat A Greenhouse Without Electricity There are two main concepts concerning heating a greenhouse without electricity. The first is by collecting the sun’s warmth as sunlight hits upon a dense material called thermal mass, such as rock and water. Thermal mass will absorb a lot of heat throughout the day and release that… Click here to read more…
Clay soil can be black or red, is as fine as dust, and is hard for plants to move through. Clay soil is waterlogged in wet months and rock hard in summer. If water does reach a plant’s roots, the plant will drown because water can’t escape. This is called root rot. Clay soil does… Click here to read more…
Is it really possible that one lonely rooted cutting could change your life forever? I suppose it could. I decided to write this because this morning I was giving some advice to one of our Canadian members about getting started selling small plants. I felt that he was thinking way too small and taking way… Click here to read more…
Amaryllis bulbs are often given as gifts for the holidays, later producing their large, spectacular flowers to brighten the recipient’s home or office. Potted amaryllis bulbs can be found in many stores in December, or in mail-order catalogs. Amaryllis bulbs are sometimes also sold without a pot so they can be planted in a pot… Click here to read more…
How to regrow vegetables During the winter months I enjoy making home made soup. I always use leeks and green onions, and have discovered that I no longer have to buy them! I simply regrow them! Step 1: After chopping up the leeks and green onions, I saved about a one and a half inch… Click here to read more…
Bare root trees are dug from the ground when they’re dormant, usually in fall, and their roots are shaken free of soil. They are stored in a cool place with their roots kept moist until they are ready to be shipped for you to plant. Supplies & Tools Needed: Bare Root Tree Bucket Shovel Scissors… Click here to read more…
Free Flowering Shrubs and Evergreens! It’s true, you can grow all of the flowering shrubs you want, absolutely free, once you learn how to root them yourself at home, in your backyard. I’m fixin’ to show you how to do that right now. Be prepared to be intrigued! I want to make this as simple… Click here to read more…
Last growing season I was given the opportunity to use, test and review this awesome electric wheelbarrow from http://ElectricWheelbarrows.com. If you’ve known me or have been following me for any length of time you know that I am huge, flag waving fan of single wheel, construction grade Jackson wheelbarrows. To the point that even offer… Click here to read more…
Bonsai is a living miniature tree that will increase in beauty as it matures, with proper care from you. With this step by step guide, I will teach you how to start a bonsai tree. You will want to select a tree with a little character already. The trees you purchase will most likely have… Click here to read more…
Last year, 2013, I built this shelter house for our miniature donkeys. And wouldn’t you know it, the very first year we have miniature donkeys on the farm we get hit with the worst winter in years and years. Temperatures as low as 15 degrees below zero! Finnegan and Fergus did fine with lots and… Click here to read more…
Every day hundreds of wholesale plant sales and other transactions take place in our Backyard Growers Business Center. If you are new to the business, you can learn a lot from the experienced members of the group. Shipment of plants by mail requires detailed packaging and preparation of the plant, you want to ensure that… Click here to read more…
How to Grow Roses: Part 3 – Pruning and Winterizing In this last part of the Growing Roses Series, we will be discussing good techniques for keeping your new rose in the best of health. Tools needed: Pruners, loppers and/or saw Sharpener for tools to make sure cuts are clean to promote quick healing Disinfectant… Click here to read more…
How To Make: Orange and Lemon Marmalade. In my humble opinion, there is nothing better than food you make and preserve yourself for two reasons. 1. It’s always on hand. 2. It’s better for you. This recipe ~ super easy. Here is my recipe for Orange and Lemon Marmalade. This is a 2-Day project which… Click here to read more…
