Why It Pays to Keep a Garden Journal
A garden journal is one of the most important tools in helping you become a better gardener.
Flowers & Perennials
How to grow organic annuals and perennials, including flowers and shrubs, with no chemical fertilizers or pesticides.
How To Plan A Flower or Vegetable Garden
How to make a plan for your organic vegetable garden or flower garden. A great garden plan can be the difference between success or failure.
Teach Your Kids Gardening and They’ll Thank You For it Later
A home garden can be a great place for a family to get to know one another and to pass on important skills.
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Three Rules When Planting Flower Bulbs
How to plant flower bulbs in fall for beautiful spring flowers and to keep them safe from predators.
How to Make a Homemade Compost Bin From a Trash Can
How to make a DIY compost bin from a standard black plastic garbage can.
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How To Find A Community Garden Near You
A community garden near you is a great choice if you have the desire to grow vegetables, fruit or flowers, but don’t have the space.
How to Keep Squirrels Out Of Your Garden
They’re a perpetual nuisance, acrobatic rats by another name, tormentors of dogs and gardeners. I have no soft spot for squirrels.
How to Start An Organic Garden: Feed Your Soil
If you’re starting an organic garden, the first rule you need to learn is: feed the soil and you’ll feed the plant. When you understand what your soil needs, life in the garden gets much simpler.