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Remember when we were all, “Myco…what did you say?” It was only a few years ago that most of us had never even heard of mycorrhiza. Many barely paid attention …

How to Inoculate Seedlings with Mycorrhizae for Bigger Yields Read More

When it comes to summertime fruit, our favorite is blueberries. They’re infinitely snackable. A bowl left unattended on the counter, destined for jam or homemade blueberry syrup, will likely disappear before …

How & When to Prune Blueberry Bushes for Bountiful Berries Every Year Read More

Growing your own is not just about sowing, growing and harvesting. It is also about making sure that you make the most of the crops that you grow. This means …

How To Harvest, Cure & Store Onions So They Last Up To A Year Read More

If you’ve ever tried to grow squash in your home garden and ended up with huge rambling plants but no fruit, this tutorial is for you! How exactly do you …

How to Hand Pollinate Squash in 30 Seconds (With Photos!) Read More

Gardening enthusiasts often face the challenge of protecting their plants from pests without resorting to harmful chemicals. Two common pests that wreak havoc on gardens are aphids and snails. Fortunately, …

Natural Pest Control: Using Hot Red Pepper to Repel Aphids and Snails Read More

There is something wonderfully charming about old terracotta pots. The mineral stains and verdant green algae creeping along their sides suggest they’ve been in use since Beatrix Potter was writing …

The Best Way To Age Terracotta Pots (& What Doesn’t Work) Read More

Cardboard is certainly a welcome sight in the eye of the gardener. Often free and fairly ubiquitous, cardboard is a biodegradable and earth-friendly material that enriches as it breaks down. …

9 Practical Cardboard Uses In The Garden Read More

Amidst the houseplant craze of the past several years, many indoor gardeners have graduated from struggling to keep a single pothos alive to mastering multiple plants at one time. As …

6 Indoor Trees That Thrive In Low Light (& 6 That Won’t) Read More

When mixing up that batch of chocolate chip cookies or making your bacon and eggs for breakfast, hang on to the eggshells. Believe it or not, the benefits of the …

6 Eggshell Uses in the Garden + 4 Eggshell Gardening Myths Read More

Growing lavender indoors not only fills your living space with a delightful fragrance but also adds a touch of serenity to your home. Lavender, known for its calming effects and …

How To Grow Lavender Indoors in Pots Read More