The Benefits of a Sustainable Lawn
We often hear that lawns require a lot of water, fertilizer, and pesticides to maintain. This is true if youContinue Reading
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Three Strikes… You’re Compost!
Success in horticulture is not always guaranteed. There are always a few plants that don’t live up to our expectations:Continue Reading
Plants that Mammals Usually Avoid
Here are some plants that deer, hares, rabbits, and other mammals are known to dislike eating. These species often haveContinue Reading
Laidback Gardening: What to Do in April?
It’s getting hot in here! But, if you read the Laidback Gardener’s calendar regularly, you may have noticed that IContinue Reading
Laidback Gardening: What to Do in February?
In February, gardeners in the northern hemisphere don’t have much to do other than fill bird feeders or, from timeContinue Reading
When Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs Invade Homes
The brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) has been wreaking havoc on gardens and crops worldwide, and it doesn’t stop there. AsContinue Reading
How to Get an Orchid to Rebloom
Orchids have a reputation for being fussy and temperamental, requiring precise care to thrive. However, recent insights suggest that phalaenopsisContinue Reading
The Truth About Tomato Suckers
One of the most debated topics among tomato growers is whether to prune secondary stems—commonly but mistakenly referred to asContinue Reading
Rose Cuttings in a Potato
This article tackles a popular gardening technique: rooting rose cuttings in potatoes. While this method can work, it’s largely unnecessary.Continue Reading
My Orchid Has Limp, Wrinkled Leaves
Orchids have captivated gardeners for centuries with their exotic beauty and unique growing needs. Known for their delicate blooms andContinue Reading