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Many gardeners want to attract butterflies, but it’s not always an easy task. In fact, it’s a very unique experience, because butterflies tend to be choosy. They look for certain conditions in the garden and they have very specific requirements….
You will often read about special soil requirements for different plants and gardening needs. Reference is often made to different types of soils, such as “ordinary garden loam”, “good soil”, “good garden loam”, and the like. These terms can be…
Potting and re-potting is something all plant growers and gardeners need to do from time to time. One of the most vital element needed for potting is soil. You’ll often hear people talking about “potting soil” and “potting mix”. There…
There are many different ways to grow plants. One of the most effective methods is to use a greenhouse. However, not everybody has enough space or money to invest into a huge, commercial greenhouse. Luckily, you can make a small…
If you want to be a successful gardener, you need to know more about the soil. It’s more than just dirt: it’s actually a living, breathing organic component. It plays an important role in the environment and it helps produce…
In this part of the article on soils and weeds, we’ll talk more about the main soil types and what you can do to improve it. There are many different soil problems you may encounter so it’s important to perform…
Many gardeners want to start numerous plants in the spring, but it’s often difficult to tell a good seedling from a bad one. Rushing to buy plants to grow is never the best option because you need to know how…
Droughts can be a huge problem with gardening. It’s often difficult to water your plants properly if there is no rain. Luckily, there are some methods you can use to avoid droughts. They are very useful for preventing your beautiful…
When you want to apply fertilizer to your lawn there are some rules you should follow to succeed in your efforts. Here are some quick tips on how to fertilize your lawn in a safe and effective way. Here are…
Many people dedicate a lot of time, money and care to their gardens. A garden is often seen as an empty canvas you fill with your favorite plants, trees, rocks, flowers, a patio or a deck or even a pool….
Did you know that hydrogen peroxide can be very useful in the household? Even more, gardeners can use it to their advantage in many different ways. Hydrogen peroxide is a powerful cleaning agent and can also be used to remove…
All gardeners know that there are various materials they will use for their gardening projects. Plastic is one of the most common materials used. It;s not uncommon to use plastics in everyday life. It’s everywhere: from plastic bottles and dishes…