Green beans or snap beans, are great fresh from the garden, canned or frozen. One of my fondest memories as a kid was picking green beans from my aunt’s garden and snapping them on the front porch with my dad, uncle, cousins, brother and sister. Okay, it wasn’t “fond” at the time, but you know… Click here to read more…
10 Indications Your Soil is Bad and How to Fix It
You buy all the seeds and small plants for your vegetable garden. You spend time day dreaming about the day you will pick all the fresh vegetables. But, what you didn’t think about is your soil. Maybe you did, because you’re still having problems that don’t involve garden pests. The problem could be your soil…. Click here to read more…
Blossom End Rot in Tomatoes
Blossom End Rot in Tomatoes Gardeners look forward to picking the first ripe tomato of the season. But sometimes those first tomatoes have soft brown or black leathery spots covering the bottom of the fruit. How disappointing! This tomato affliction is called blossom end rot. The good news is that blossom end rot does not… Click here to read more…
Tips for Growing Lilacs
Tips for Growing Lilacs Lilacs are one of those plants that people either love or hate. Gardeners have been growing lilacs for centuries, not only because of the show-stopping spring blooms but also for the flowers’ exquisite fragrance. Folks who hate lilacs think of them as just a weed, but those of us who disagree… Click here to read more…
Dividing Irises
Bearded irises can be beautiful! Irises multiply fairly quickly and when they become overcrowded they produce fewer blooms. To ensure abundant flowers on your irises, the plants should be divided every three to four years. The best time to divide and transplant irises is two to three weeks after they’re done blooming for the season,… Click here to read more…
11 Options For Natural Pest Control In Your Garden
A couple of weeks ago we discussed bugs and the damage they can do to your garden. So the logical step is to discuss what you can use to keep these garden killers away. Oddly enough, some of the remedies are (no kidding) bugs!! That’s right. Just doesn’t seem right does it? But, it is… Click here to read more…
Growing Grape Vines
How to Grow Grape Vines Like most plants, grape vines really like rich soil that is fairly well drained. However, they will grow well in soils heavier than most ornamental plants prefer. For one, they are very vigorous growers so soil that holds some moisture actually helps them. New grape plants should be set out… Click here to read more…
How to Start a Vegetable Garden
How to Start a Vegetable Garden More people these days, like me, want to start a vegetable garden for the very first time. But if you have no experience in vegetable gardening, you may not know how to begin. Growing your own food doesn’t require a lot of money or fancy gadgets. You can start… Click here to read more…
How to Grow Delicious Strawberries
Holy Cow! Are we having a blast or what? Congratulations to all of my Backyard Growers who are on fire with excitement, success and enthusiasm. I promise, this is without a doubt, the most fun you can have with your bibs on! How to Grow the Most Delicious Strawberries in Your Garden. Strawberries are easy… Click here to read more…
10 Ideas For a Raised Vegetable Garden Bed
You’ve seen raised vegetable garden beds either online or in the backyard of someone you know. They look really great but how do you make one, and is it right for you? Two very good questions. First lets look at the pros and cons of a raised vegetable garden bed. Pros You have more control… Click here to read more…
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