Composting is an eco-friendly and sustainable way to manage organic waste while enriching your garden soil. People often think of kitchen scraps, yard trimmings, and other common organic materials when it comes to composting. However, you might be surprised to learn that you can also compost duck waste effectively. Your sweet, waddling backyard pets can […]
Using chicken manure as fertilizer is a common practice for most rural gardeners. On the other hand, most chicken keepers also dream of a big backyard garden. Garden and chickens go hand in hand! It’s a great idea to marry the two hobbies together whenever possible. Not only is it mutually beneficial for plants and […]
If you’re thinking about starting a garden, your best bet is to do so in a raised bed. Learning how to build a raised bed garden isn’t complicated and can save you quite a bit of money. A store-bought raised garden bed will be expensive, with many options costing several hundred dollars. However, you can […]
If you grow your food, you know there’s nothing better than walking out your front door and plucking a juicy tomato right off the vine. But growing food requires an element of patience and a little bit of research. Otherwise, you could end up overwhelmed, and your lovely garden could fail. (Say goodbye to dreams […]
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Are squirrels driving you nuts? No pun intended, of course, but if you’re wondering how to keep squirrels out of your garden areas, you’ve come to the right place. Squirrels might seem cute and cuddly, but to a gardener, they can be an absolute nightmare. They get into bird feeders and wreak havoc on your […]
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Is the gardening season coming to a close – and you’re left feeling a bit homesick for the growing experience already? If so, don’t worry – you can still stay connected to your beloved plot by reading one of the best gardening books. And if you’re a beginner, there’s plenty to love between the pages, […]
Do you want to keep growing plants all winter long? The good news is – you can do indoor gardening! Your love of gardening doesn’t have to go on pause just because winter is here! If you’re interested in moving your plants indoors this fall, these tips for indoor gardening will help you do it. […]
If you live in the city, you might be wondering whether urban gardening is an option for you. The short answer? It is! However, you’ll have to do a bit more planning and prep work than if you were to create a garden in the traditional rural setting. Urban gardening presents its own unique set […]
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Winter is approaching. The air has a bite to it. You are taking out sweaters from the back of your closet. You are preparing for winter. But what about your garden? Here is how to prepare your garden in winter. It can be easy to forget about the plants in your yard for winter. Just […]
If you are new to gardening, you are probably curious about what garden vegetables you should start your brand-new garden with. In fact, you may have even wondered what the ‘easiest’ or ‘best’ vegetables to grow are. Well, that’s hard because we love every single vegetable! But there are some great crops that are friendlier […]