by Lucy M. Clark | Jun 13, 2019 | Gardening Guides, Trees
Growing an acorn tree takes time, skill, and lots of patience – but the result can be a wonderful addition to a yard or property with lots of benefits for nearby wildlife too. It’s a great way to help future generations and give a sturdy symbol to the land, as oak...
by Lucy M. Clark | Jun 13, 2019 | Gardening Guides, Trees
There are eight different types of chestnut tree. They are closely related to oak and beech trees and native to the northern hemisphere, where they thrive in temperate climates. The major groupings of chestnut tree are named for their native region: American, Chinese,...
by Lucy M. Clark | Jun 11, 2019 | Seeds & Seed Starting, Vegetables
Have you ever seen potato seeds at your local big box store or hardware store? Most people probably have not seen them. But if that is the case, the question is, how do potatoes grow?Do Potatoes Really Have Seeds?Potato plants do have seeds. Potato plants produce...
by Lucy M. Clark | Jun 11, 2019 | Gardening Guides, Lawn & Yard Care
If you love to eat walnuts and have considered growing a tree on your property, this article is for you. We’ll not only show you how to grow a walnut tree, but we will also identify the best climate conditions for this process and answer the burning questions you may...
by Lucy M. Clark | May 28, 2019 | Edible Gardens, Gardening Guides, Seeds & Seed Starting
Ever since the Earth turned green, there has been clover. Clover seed and clover itself have been used throughout time as medicine, food, for decoration, and also protection. Clovers are wonderful plants that contribute greatly to livestock, soil stabilization, and...
by Lucy M. Clark | May 16, 2019 | Garden Problems, Gardening Guides
Boxelder Bugs are one of the most commonly found pests in the US. You can identify them by the red markings on their dark brown or black abdomen. They are nearly ½ inch long and are often attracted towards the boxelder tree (which gives them their name). Sometimes,...
by Lucy M. Clark | Mar 28, 2019 | Gardening Guides
The cost of produce adds up week to week and year to year, but what if you could cut down on the amount you spend on vegetables? By saving scraps of certain vegetables, you could grow fresh veggies for free! The process of tending to each of the crops will differ but...
by GA [email protected] | Feb 19, 2019 | Gardening Guides, Vegetables
Image via PexelsHave you ever considered taking up vegetable gardening as a new hobby?If you enjoy plants, spending time outside, or flexing your cooking skills with the use of seasonal, fresh produce, you really should.”To plant a garden is to believe in...
by Lucy M. Clark | Jan 15, 2019 | Gardening Guides
Home gardens are getting more and more popular these days, and it’s easy to see why.The convenience of being able to run to your backyard for some fresh vegetables can’t be beat. The taste and the accessibility are so much better than getting vegetables from the...
by Lucy M. Clark | Jan 10, 2019 | Gardening Guides
There’s really nothing like the taste of fruit you have grown in your own backyard.People love keeping small gardens outside their homes, for the aesthetic and the ease of a tasty snack.One such tasty piece of fruit is the pomegranate. These can be a lot of fun to...