Nasturtiums 1, Aphids 0
In organic gardening books and web pages, the nasturtium (Tropaeoleum majus) is often recommended as a companion plant to repel aphids. ButContinue Reading
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A Simple Germination Test
Most seeds are able to germinate at least 2 to 3 years after harvest if they have been kept dryContinue Reading
Sowing Seeds in February: Still a Bit Early
As the days get longer and indoor plants begin to produce new shoots, indoor gardeners often get antsy and startContinue Reading
Artificial Lighting for your Plants
With seed-starting season upon us, lots of gardeners will be thinking about how best to light their plants. A brightContinue Reading
Surprise! You CAN Get at Paper White Narcissus to Rebloom!
If you’ve been gardening for a while, you’ve certainly heard that it is impossible to get a Paper White Narcissus (NarcissusContinue Reading
Seed Starting: Keep ‘Em Warm
As prime seed starting season draws nearer, it’s worth recalling that one thing that most seeds need for germination isContinue Reading
Mulch Paths: So Easy to Walk On
Gardeners rarely think about it, but mulches, such as cedar mulch, forest mulch, rameal chipped wood, or pine needle mulch, makeContinue Reading
Making Your Own Compost Smoothie
In Northern climates, the outdoor composter is rarely accessible in winter as it is either covered with snow or frozen shut…Continue Reading
Pots Without Drainage Holes = Cachepots
Don’t believe the popular myth that says if you have a decorative pot without drainage holes, you can fill simplyContinue Reading
No Hamburger for the Venus Flytrap
The Venus flytrap (Dionaea muscipula) is a carnivorous plant equipped with small traps that catch insects and is commonly sold asContinue Reading