In her 3rd book, Acadia Tucker shows how those with limited outdoor space can use eco-conscious techniques to grow food on their patios, decks, paved spaces, and even indoors.
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I decided to look up the definition of a tree or shrub in a botany book. The problem was, there is no clear definition.
Is It a Small Tree or a Big Shrub? The Difference May Not Be Obvious. Read More »
The vast majority of plants grow well in a neutral soil pH between 6.2-7.0. But some require an acidic soil for optimum growth and health.
Beginning gardeners often ask, what is the difference between evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs? As with nearly everything in gardening, the definition isn’t always clear cut.
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There are many native flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. Includes a list of native plants for North America.
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Does anything evoke Christmas and the winter holidays more than a sprig of green holly leaves with red berries? Perhaps not.
Root washing is the removal of all of the planting media from a tree or shrub’s root ball before planting it, followed by pruning out dead or damaged roots.
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Garden soil, especially in vegetable gardens, should be tested periodically. Includes a list of soil testing labs for your state.
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The Tertill Garden Weeding Robot is a Roomba-style invention to help gardeners with their most dreaded of chores. But a little planning has to go into your garden to maximize the usefulness of the Tertill.
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Composting is an essential part of organic gardening. It’s the ultimate recycling of all those grass clippings, food waste, and yard waste. It also adds organic matter to your soil which nourishes the soil food web.