What harm can common garden insects do?
by Oakwood
The magic of a garden is that it is full of plant, insect and animal life. Most of it will be relatively harmless, and a lot of it will be beautiful. A small number of insects however, can make life difficult for the gardener intent on preserving the fragrant flora of the garden.Some of these garden pests can devour entire plant populations, but eventually metamorphose into beautiful butterflies that give us joy and pleasure.
Fiber Optic Grass
by orange3
I've added Fiber Optic Grass to my flower beds this year!! I have to say, I love this grass!!! I'm using it as a border and in containers.
Black Plants for a Gothic Garden
by lakeerieartists
With gothic clothing and culture becoming more and more trendy, avid gardeners are looking for ways to extend the culture into their gardens by breeding extremely dark hued plants and flowers, some that are truely black. These plants can be used for a gothic themed garden when combined with gothic decor and accessories.
How to Stop Birds from Eating Garden Fruits and Vegetables
by orange3
I love eating fresh picked fruits and vegetables strait out of the garden. SO DO THE BIRDS! This is a battle that has been going on with me and the birds for sometime. I don't mind sharing some of the harvest with them but they can't have it all! So my quest began to find ways to keep the birds away from the produce.Photo by: orange3
Creating a Fairy Garden
by lakeerieartists
A fairy garden is a cute addition to any home garden or landscape. Fairy gardens can range from very simple to quite elaborate, and can be very small to large in size. There are really no set rules for exactly what a fairy garden should be or exactly how to go about setting one up, however the general rule of thumb is to keep things in small scale.
The Best Garden Tool
by GrandmaShari
I love to garden and spend most of my summer planting, pulling weeds and enjoying all of my hard work. I'm not an expert when it comes to gardening but I do pay attention to my soil and make sure I don't buy plants that won't work in my garden. It is a waste of money which, I honestly, don't have.
The Benefits of House Plants
by Appetizer
I have a lot of house plants.I really enjoy them and so do the cats, but many of them are tough to grow. That's because I live in the far north. In the dead of winter we only get a couple of hours of daylight.That means I cut way back on their watering, stop feeding them growth products and supplement their light with grow lights for a couple of hours a day. I also move them all into the living room so I can use a space heater to supplement their warmth when it's really cold and not worry about wasting money by cranking up my furnace.
How To Trim A Rose Bush
by emilyd
I believe roses are undoubtedly one of the most coveted flowers which is why having a rose bush in your backyard can score you high points among your friends and peers. While saying this, rose bushes are not always the easiest to maintain but the eventual fragrance of fresh roses is certainly worth every effort.Overall, taking proper care of a rose bush is very important and perfecting the art of becoming a skilled pruner will take some time.Image Credit: Rhosyn on sxc.hu
My Best Vegetables for a Small Space Garden
by Art-Aspirations
I’m planning my seed order for our organic vegetable garden. My challenge is to grow as much food as possible in our small space garden, which consists of two 4’ x 20’ beds. So I have four things to consider as I choose each vegetable.- Is it well suited to my zone 6 temperate rain forest climate?- Does it give good value for the space it takes up?- Will it yield well in my garden conditions?- Does it have high nutritional value?
Tractor Supply Company
by Country Sunshine
Tractor Supply, also known as TSC, is one of my favorite stores. While it caters to the serious farmer and rancher, it offers products that even city dwellers can use. Whether you live in an apartment, a single family home or on a farm, Tractor Supply has something for your home, pets and garden.
Create an Exotic Looking Garden
by Bexley
Many places are perfect for growing exotic plants abundantly. However, in some areas of the United States, it's difficult to grow exotic plants because of temperatures, soil, rainfall, etc. If you really want an exotic garden, there are many varieties of plants that have an exotic "look" and will dress up the garden quite well. Many can be purchased economically, so you don't have to spend a fortune.Here are a few ideas to help you create an exotic garden.Photo Credit: veggiegretz
Remington 14" Electric Limb and Trim Chain Saw
by Country Sunshine
Living in the country and heating my home with wood results in a lot of tree cutting. While I have a gas powered chain saw for cutting down large trees, I’ve found the Remington 14” Limb & Trim chain saw works well for the smaller limbs. It is easy to hold and operate, runs on an electrical extension cord, and cuts just as well as the larger gas chain saws. My Remington Limb & Trim Electric Chain Saw - by Country Sunshine
Newspaper, Pennies, Cardboard & Eggs For Growing A Better Garden
by Fantastic Voyages
I'm always looking for neat ideas for making a garden, so when I came across this book by Roger Yepsen, I knew it would contain a lot of handy tips and tricks. After all, Roger Yepsen is one of the top authorities on all things gardening!Newspaper, Pennies, Cardboard and Eggs... not only contains a wealth of information on starting and planting a garden, but also tips on building items to use in your yard.
Gardening Tips for New Gardeners
by VarietyWriter
Gardening is a really cool thing. There is something magical about planting a seed and nurturing it into a beautiful flower, a fruit you can eat or a vegetable that you can use to make a delicious meal with. Gardening can also be relaxing and therapeutic. If you're a beginning gardener there some basic things that you should know. Knowing these basic gardening tips can make a difference between you growing beautiful plants or killing them.
Digging Up Stones
by Sharon
When I wrote my first leaf here on Zujava, my hands still had a bit of dirt on them from working in the yard. In fact, I actually meant to come inside for a few minutes to visit with my parents and to cool off, and I found myself drawn to Zujava to write my second leaf. I love every minute spent with my parents. I love writing. I love gardening and yardwork.
DIY Vegetable Trellis
by Pastiche
Want to grow more delicious vegetables in less garden space? Grow your cucumbers and other vine-growing veggie plants on a sturdy home made garden trellis. This spring I built a 3 ft x 5 ft garden trellis to support the cucumbers in our vegetable garden.I made the DIY cucumber trellis from leftover wire garden fence and two saplings cut from the woods in my back yard. This strong and simple vegetable trellis took me about an hour to build using simple hand tools (saw and hammer).
Favorite Summer Perennials: Part II
by jennpipe
In my first post on gardening, I talked about some of the perennials that make up my gardens, and why I chose them. In part two, I will continue that topic and also give you some insight into additional workhorses in our perennial gardens. We don't have a lot of time to devote to gardening, so most of our plants are low-maintenance and extremely hardy.The blooming season can be short in these parts, so drink it in and enjoy!
Small Space Gardening: Grow Veggies on a Vegetable Trellis
by Pastiche
If your home garden space is small and you're looking for a way to get more produce from a tiny vegetable patch, try growing veggies on a trellis or vertical plant support. Many vegetables produce more fruit in less space grown on a vegetable trellis. Veggies grown vertically are easier to harvest, and they stay clean with less rot, too.
Favorite Summer Perennials for New England Gardens
by jennpipe
I remember when my husband and I moved into our house thirteen years ago. It was our first (and to date, only) home purchase. We were coming from a 2nd floor apartment that did not offer much in the way of "green space," so at that time, gardening and landscaping were not our forte. Being that I have a long track-record of quickly and effortlessly killing every single indoor plant ever purchased, I wasn't sure how I would handle the upkeep of a yard in the 'burbs. At the time, the home we purchased had a small rock garden and some shrubbery surrounding the foundation.
Try Molasses To Sweeten Your Garden
by ErinElise
Did you know that there is an inexpensive and natural way to add a few essential nutrients to your veggie garden? You may even have some in your kitchen right now. Molasses is safe and effective to use on your garden and can be purchased right at your local grocery store.
What Flowers Grow Indoors
by Gold3
Flowers add beauty and color to any garden. Growing flowers outdoors to add something special to your garden is often easy due to the many varieties available for any climate or location.If you love gardening outdoors, or if you just love flowers in general, you may have thought about bringing some beauty and color indoors. You may have wondered, "what flowers grow indoors?". You may have even wondered if any flowers really do grow indoors. Well, I have wonderful news. Yes, you can grow some varieties of flowers inside your home.
Every Leaf Tells A Different Story
by contrariaN creativE
Mother Nature is quite ingenious when it comes to creating a rich array of living things.In fact, if one takes time to observe the green world, one can only conclude that Mother Nature is an accomplished artist. Her fertile imagination equips her to sculpt and shape all manner of life forms but also deftly use a paint brush to add panache and pizzazz to her colorful canvas.
Children's Garden – Gardening with Kids
by WriterJanis
From tools, to welcome signs, to garden safety and more, here are some great ideas for kids to do in a garden.Not only is gardening relaxing and creative, kids will feel proud when they see the beautiful garden they created.Gardening can be a wonderful family activity, but, be sure the kids get an active say in what's going on. That will help them enjoy the experience even more.If you like the kids tools pictured here, they are available below through Amazon.
Gifts For Gardners
by Spice
Trees are budding, the days are getting longer and the temperature milder. Time for all of us to roll up our sleeves and dig in (pun intended *smile*). Success with gardening has more to do with taking time to learn your various plants requirements and then trying to meet them. No magical green thumb needed. The pleasure gained from a creating a healthy garden, not to mention the great flowers and vegetables is all the reward the avid gardener seeks. So before you buy that plant, do a little investigation. Improve your soil if needed.
Grow More Food with Square Foot Gardening
by Art-Aspirations
Square foot gardening is the most logical and efficient method of growing vegetables that I have ever encountered.If you have a small, sunny patch of land, I hope you'll consider growing some vegetables on it. And when I say small, I'm talking about 4 feet by 4 feet. That's not much space, but it's the size of a single square foot garden. You'll be quite surprised at how much you can grow in just one 4' x 4' raised bed when you use the square foot garden method.