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Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “gardening”
Some important tools you will need when it’s time to prune your roses. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Roses seem to have a reputation of being difficult. But, if you feed them and prune them as needed, that’s half the battle. Pruning is vital to the plant’s health and overall longevity and should be done before plant …
The fall veggies you should plant in your garden right now. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Right now is the right time to plant these fall garden favorites: potatoes, if you can find them, or if you saved seed potatoes, Cabbage, Broccoli, and cauliflower. All can be started from seed right now. These crops are generally transplanted …
Some tips to make sure your quick-growing plants will crop up successfully. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are many veggies and flowering plants that are known to grow quickly, but only under the right circumstances. And when you’re after swift growth, its important to give them the best conditions possible. Always use good quality seed raising …
Some fast-growing veggies that you can grow in under 30 days. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Even if you have gotten a late start on your garden, you can still catch up by planting things that grow in about 30 days. These quick growing veggies give you fresh, healthy food fast. And, many of these will work …
Add a little fragrance to your garden to keep an unwanted critter OUT! That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Mosquitos are a nuisance to have buzzing around your patio and garden and they’re also a legitimate health concern. As an alternative to using unhealthy chemicals to control them, fight back by planting things that will smell pleasant …
How to use a common household product as a weed killer. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Vinegar is a jack-of-all-trades around the home. It’s an effective window cleaner, disinfectant, stain remover, and it has the ability to help control weeds, too. However, you wouldn’t want to use this acidic liquid in all areas of your landscape because …
Some low maintenance plants for an indoor garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’re looking to add a bit of green to your home without a big commitment, here are some low-maintenance plants you should consider. Aloe vera is an easygoing and easy to care for succulent. You’ll only need to water about once every three …
How to plant and manage cover crops for maximum weed suppression. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A cover crop planted correctly and managed well can give nearly 100% weed control while it is growing, and substantial weed management benefits in subsequent vegetables. However, a cover crop poorly managed can become a weedy mess and make a huge …
Why you should give cover crops some space in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cover crops provide many benefits for your garden because they suppress weeds, attract pollinators and add nitrogen to the soil. Cover crops like oilseed or tillage radish can be used to break up compacted soil, with long taproots that loosen hardpan …
Some tips on handling those pesky weeds in your flower bed. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Removing unwanted plants among your treasured blooms can be tricky. But with the right tools and techniques, you can make the chore a little easier. The trick is to remove weeds as soon as you see them because they will only …
