I confess that I’ve got a bit of a soft spot for weeds with pink flowers! But if an unexpected pink weed appears in your yard or garden, it is worth figuring out if it is a friend or foe….
Whether you’ve got a small backyard food garden or several acres of real estate to play with, the temptation is always to cram in as many edible crops as possible! But when it comes to fruit trees, how many can…
Have you got weeds with purple flowers invading your yard? Or perhaps you’re trying to figure out if a purple-flowered plant in your vegetable plot is a friend or foe? The key to understanding how to control unwanted plants is…
Some of the most troublesome tomato bugs you will come across are aphids! Aphids on tomato plants can be a real menace, ruining all your efforts and reducing your crop to almost nothing. But can you get rid of aphids…
What happens if your lawn mower starts, then dies? Well, lawnmowers are notoriously unreliable. But the grass keeps growing – even if your lawn mower won’t stay running. Ouch! And when you need to cut the lawn, the last thing…
Spaghetti squash is one of my favorite types of winter squash to grow, as they are both simple to cultivate and incredibly delicious! Still, if it’s your first time growing these beauties, you might not know what to look for in healthy…
Comparing Stihl vs Husqvarna chainsaws is like comparing Ford with Chev. Wherever you look, there are passionate proponents of either one. The battle between the Stihl MS 291 Farm Boss vs Husqvarna 455 Rancher chainsaw is tough. They’re both excellent…
Core gardening is an ingenious and thrifty gardening method that allows you to squeeze every ounce of nutrients from your compost. Core gardening has many benefits, like nourishing your soil and conserving moisture. For that reason, core gardening is one…
A failing chainsaw is the last thing you need when cutting timber or clearing tree litter. And if your chainsaw fails to fire up, there’s a good chance it’s flooded. But – how do you start a flooded chainsaw? And…
A grass whip, also known as a weed whip or sling blade, is a manual weed whacker that can shear through grass and woody weed stems without needing a power cord, gas, or annoying maintenance. The simplicity, ease of use,…
What happens with too much oil in the lawn mower? Well, too much of a good thing can be bad for you! Right? Well, the same law applies to lawn mowers and engine oil. An overfilled lawn mower oil tank will…
One of the first herbs I plant in any garden is thyme – this versatile herb is easy to grow and has many benefits. I’d never be without it! But what are the best companion plants for thyme? And how…
Homegrown basil is one of my favorite herbs to help me spice up pizza, pasta, pesto, and homemade spaghetti sauce! But how do you harvest and trim basil leaves without killing the plant, and how do you pick basil leaves…
Why is my chainsaw blade smoking? There are a few common culprits we should discuss! Because if your chainsaw blade is smoking, you risk ruining your chainsaw chain, bar, and clutch, not to mention starting a brush blaze! To determine why…
Growing tropical plants such as pineapples is far simpler than many realize! Pineapples are fun, easy to cultivate, and unlike any other fruiting plant in your garden. But how long does it take to grow a pineapple, exactly? And what is the…