Every fall, we rush to clean up the garden, divide perennials, and tuck things in for winter. But this year, I want to challenge you to do something different. Something that could literally help save a species. Plant milkweed. Not just because it’s a beautiful native wildflower, but because it plays a vital, irreplaceable role...
September is one of the best times of the year to divide perennials. By this point in the season, many plants have finished flowering and are entering a natural resting phase, which makes the stress of division much easier on them. Dividing in the fall gives plants time to establish new roots before winter sets...
More gardeners are turning to vegan fertilizers as they look for sustainable, eco-friendly ways to nourish their plants without relying on animal-based products. Traditional fertilizers often include ingredients like bone meal, blood meal, or manure, but there are plenty of plant-based alternatives that deliver the nutrients your garden needs to thrive. By using vegan fertilizers,...
Every gardener has been there. You bring home a gorgeous plant with the best intentions, only to watch it slowly wither despite your efforts. The truth is, not all plants are forgiving, but some are practically indestructible. If you want a garden full of color, texture, and life without the stress of constant maintenance, choosing...
Eggshells get a lot of hype in gardening circles, and for good reason. They are a natural source of calcium, biodegradable, and an easy way to repurpose kitchen waste. But here is the truth many gardeners learn the hard way: simply tossing eggshells into the garden is not the miracle fix people claim. Without proper...
September is a tricky month for lawn care. The intense heat of summer begins to ease, nights grow cooler, and many grasses start a burst of fresh growth. This leads many gardeners to wonder if they should keep mowing or give their lawns a break. The short answer is yes, mowing is still important, but...
September can be such a pivotal month in the garden. The long, hot days of summer are winding down, and you can feel the chill of autumn starting to creep in. This is the perfect moment to think ahead and prepare your beds for what’s coming. One of the best things you can do right...
The first frost of the season always seems to sneak up faster than we expect, doesn’t it? One day you’re basking in the late summer warmth, and the next you’re checking the forecast nervously, wondering if your tender plants are going to make it through the night. Preparing your yard before that frost arrives is...
Basil is one of those plants that most of us grow for its fragrant, flavorful leaves, and for good reason—there’s nothing quite like tossing fresh basil into a sauce or a salad. But here’s the thing that often gets overlooked: basil’s flowers are just as valuable as its leaves, and letting your basil bloom can...
Composting is a little bit like magic. You can take food scraps that would otherwise be headed to your local landfill and instead use it to make hearty, healthy, rich soil. Some compostable things are a no brainer, like fruit and vegetable peels, greens that are past their prime, and other organic food scraps. Other...
A ketogenic diet is all about keeping your carb count low and fat and protein high. Ideally, you would consume fewer than 50 grams of carbohydrates per day, preferably closer to 20-25. Vegetables are generally low in carbohydrates, but not all of them are suitable on a ketogenic diet. When choosing keto vegetables, you should...
We’ve talked a little bit about ants in the garden and what should be done about them. Ants don’t always pose problems for you or your garden – many types of ants actually benefit your garden. But there are some ants that can cause damage, like carpenter ants. Others can inflict pain or death, like...
