Pumpkins are some of the best bumper crops of New England – known for producing an overflowing patch of deep orange gourds during the autumn harvest! But, what are the pumpkin growing stages – and how do they relate to the pumpkin life cycle? In…
Rock gardens are a fabulous element of surprise to spice up your yard. They add depth and dimensions to your garden as well as an earthy appeal. In addition, rock gardens are low maintenance and save a lot of water!…
Water is a precious resource. With droughts becoming more frequent and temperatures rising, more homeowners are converting their traditional lawned gardens into xeriscapes. A professionally designed and installed xeriscape can come at a steep price, but xeriscaping does not have…
The drainage ditch on your property doesn’t have to be boring or hidden! By thinking creatively, you can morph your drainage ditch into a breathtaking sight that acts as a perfect habitat for insects and birds! In this guide –…
Making compost is perfect for all kinds of plants and something you want to do if you garden. But composting can sometimes feel like it takes forever to get your compost in the right state so that you can apply it! That’s…
Who doesn’t love to snack on a sweet, juicy strawberry – the best flavor of summer! And if your strawberries come straight from your garden, then they taste even better. One of the best things about growing strawberries is that,…
When cleaning up your lawn this autumn, the last thing you need is a mess left behind by unwanted guests. I’m talking about walnuts that those pesky squirrels leave behind. (How rude!) Isn’t it frustrating trying to pick up leftover walnuts with your…
Basic gardening with beautiful flowers like dahlias and roses will help give your yard an appealing look! But, if you intend to live a self-sufficient lifestyle and provide for your family, a vegetable garden is what you need. Maybe that’s…
Hey there, zone 4 warriors! You didn’t pick the easiest climate for a fruit tree garden but don’t despair – I have 9 of the best zone 4 fruit trees for you. Not only are they extremely cold-hardy, but they’re…
Have you noticed that the cost of groceries is skyrocketing these days? We’re worried that the cost of food is only going to increase! We’ve been ranting about the increased cost of bacon, eggs, chicken, coffee, milk, sugar, and beef for the…
Rose. Violet. Daisy. Lilly. Jasmine. Aster. Many plants – and especially those with charming flowers – have such beautiful names that we name our kids after them. In fact, plant names and beauty are somehow synonymous. Right? Even if they…
I’ve reviewed 13 top value mowers and found the best zero turn mower under 3000. There’s no need to spend a lot of money on the best zero turn mower! The mowers in this 2023 review are all great value,…
If you’re new to growing cucumbers, it can be a big worry when they don’t turn out as expected! You may be wondering: Why are my cucumbers white and are they still OK to eat? As with all homegrown vegetables,…
Picking ears of corn, whether in one’s garden or at the supermarket, can be more challenging than picking other vegetables or fruits. It’s easy to tell if bananas are ripe because of how they look and feel in one’s hands….
We all know that sunlight is what gets all life on Earth going. That is especially true for plants because they have the near-magical ability to turn sunlight into food in the process of photosynthesis. That’s the main reason we…