Protecting Plants from Cold Weather
How do I protect my plants that are coming up because of the unusably warm weather we have been having in Jefferson County, West Virginia?
Will Dog Poop Contaminate Fruit on Orange Trees?
Is it good to eat the oranges off the orange tree, if the dog poops near it daily and urinates as well?
I just bought a house and can't wait to dig up the yard. I need some garden tips, as well as, any spare seeds to get me going. Any advise on a good gardening book? Thanks!
I live in the Alps in France. How do I know which zone I am in?
I live in a climate where the temperature is about to go down below freezing. It will stay there at night for about 6 more weeks. I have a wonderful spider plant that is doing very well in a quiet protected nook, but I am wondering about the next few weeks.
I have male and female bittersweet that bloomed for the first 3-4 years, but no longer produces blooms and berries. I prune it properly. What should I do?
This time of year I have an area of my lawn that grows wild onions. The tops are very thin. Can these be dried and and added to cooking and therefore be eaten? Would this be the same as the ones you can purchase in stores? It would not take much to harvest a year's supply.
This is a guide about salt tolerant plants. Salt in ocean spray can be very harsh on plants growing nearby. There are varying levels of tolerance to these conditions to be considered when selecting salt tolerant plants. By doing some research you can select the best plants for your environment.
I saw this tree on the side of the road in hardiness zone 8a near Seattle, Washington. I am curious to know what kind of tree it is. It reminds me of a rambutan tree, but I am pretty sure those only grow in tropical climates.
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I have found many ways of saving money, while still having a lovely garden to provide fresh food and flowers. I have found that plant sales at churches and garden clubs can be a good source for perennials.
Six Ways To Get Big Yields From A Small Garden
If the size of your garden is limited, you can still produce a surprising amount of food just by employing a few intensive gardening techniques. Here are 6 simple ways to help you produce a maximum yields in a minimum amount of space.
Space is at a premium for most gardeners, but especially for people living in large urban areas. A few may have limited access to a small backyard plot, but most consider themselves lucky if they have a small balcony or rooftop terrace on which to grow plants.
Greenhouses allow you to extend your growing season, raise new types of plants, and maintain total control over growing conditions. Fortunately, you no longer have to be a professional plant grower to enjoy the benefits of owning one.
