Soil is just one of those things that for some is extremely dull and for others, like gardeners, is quite exciting. There are five things below about soil which could not be understood already. 1. About twenty-five percent of the world’s soil is damaged regularly by farming practices such as excessive tilling. 2. Whilst human-beings [...]

Although it is possible to grow roses without any specialized equipment is easier to grow roses with good rose gardening tools. The good news is that many of the tools used for gardening can also be used for its roses, but you still need the right tools. Once you know what type of roses you [...]

Your Guide to Soil Preparation What follows are general rules or guidelines for preparing any garden for planting. Preparing a garden bed before you plant will greatly improve your gardens performance, and promote healthy vigorous growth from any plant you choose. Most often preparing for planting is done in the spring, and involves tilling or [...]

Homeschooling in the GardenBy Nancy CarterDo you already find yourself dreaming of working in the soil this spring? Of getting your hands dirty and watching for those little green sprouts to magically appear? Why not use your garden planning time as the ultimate homeschool unit study? Don’t think of gardening as something that takes away [...]

February weather can be a big question mark. The month can bring an abundance of warm, spring-type weather or rain soaked, wintery days. Regardless of temperature and moisture variations, gardeners can get a jump on their spring gardens by planting a variety of flowers and vegetables in February. Summer Bulbs: Time to pull out summer [...]

Winter is just around the corner. Short days and long nights mean temperatures, especially in our valleys, can dip below freezing. Take the necessary steps to protect plants from frost. Keep Soil Moist: If you hear of a frost warning in your area, water your garden thoroughly before evening. The moisture from the soil will [...]

Perfect soil What is the function of soil in our yards and gardens? Simply put, soil provides plants with mineral nutrients, water and anchorage. The basic types of soil are clay, sand, and silt. The percentage of each determines whether you have sandy clay loam, silt, loam, etc.  There are so many variables that affect [...]

How to Start a Garden Planting a garden can be easier and more enjoyable with these gardening tips Planting a garden, whether it is a vegetable plot or a flower bed, is an adventure where your creativity and patience are put to the test! You are directly responsible for the beautiful rose blooms or the [...]

Grow a beautiful garden the water wise way Saving water and enjoying the beauty and environmental benefits of plants are not only possible, but easy says the American Association of Nurserymen (AAN). “Water Wise” gardening is built on some basic, commonsense principles: Planning Planning a water wise garden or landscape is as easy and fun-as [...]