15 Budget-Friendly DIY Greenhouse Alternatives You Should Try Before Building One
Dreaming of fresh veggies year-round but can’t justify spending hundreds on a greenhouse? I’ve been there – staring at those gorgeous glass structures in gardening …
Maya Benson
16 Convincing Reasons To Start Mulching Your Grass Clippings (And The Mistakes To Avoid)
Ever wonder what to do with those piles of grass clippings after mowing your lawn? Most homeowners bag them up and toss them out, but …
17 Costly Mistakes That Could Be Destroying Your Bushes Right Now
Growing beautiful blooms doesn’t need to feel like rocket science. Many garden enthusiasts unknowingly sabotage their flowering friends through simple, avoidable errors that gradually weaken …
16 Simple Tips For Growing Raspberries In Pots And Containers Like A Pro
You don’t need a sprawling garden to enjoy the sweet rewards of homegrown raspberries. Container gardening opens up possibilities for anyone with a sunny balcony, …
10 Pretty Flowers That Flop Hard By Mid-Summer (And 10 Reliable Alternatives)
That gorgeous spring garden catalog promised picture-perfect blooms all season long, but by July, many popular flowers have thrown in the towel. The delicate petals …
16 Reasons To Stop Growing Cilantro (And What To Plant Instead)
Cilantro holds a special place in many cuisines, but for home gardeners, this popular herb often brings more headaches than happiness. Between its tendency to …
14 Perfect Lettuce Companion Plants (And 5 You Should Never Grow Nearby)
Growing lettuce in your garden can be a rewarding experience, but did you know that this leafy green has preferences about which plants it neighbors? …
15 Plants You Shouldn’t Grow Near Okra (Here’s Why It Doesn’t Work Out)
Growing okra successfully requires careful planning, especially when it comes to companion planting. While some plants work harmoniously with okra, others can stunt its growth, …
Want A Bigger Bean Harvest? Grow These 15 Nearby Allies
Growing beans in my garden has taught me that some plants just naturally help each other thrive. I’ve watched my bean harvests double simply by …
19 Places To Avoid Planting Eggplants (If You Want A High-Yield Harvest)
Growing eggplants can be rewarding, but they’re pickier than many gardeners expect. These glossy purple vegetables need specific conditions to thrive, and planting them in …