If your garden has clay soil, then you know how challenging it can be to grow anything according to your desires. Since changing the type of soil in your garden is not an option (unless you move), you’ll just have to make the best of it. Make no mistake, clay soil also has its benefits, […]
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Mound Gardening or Hügelkultur Gardening: What It Is and How to Do It Right
Hügelkultur is a word that comes from German and means mound culture or hill culture. This is a practice that has existed both in German and Eastern Europe societies for hundreds of years. The concept was further developed by Sepp Holzer, who is an expert in permaculture, in his book Sepp Holzer’s Permaculture: A Practical […]
How to Grow Dahlias and Take Care of These Colorful, Long-Lasting Blooms
Dahlias are gardeners’ favorite flowers, as they are relatively easy to grow and offer a great reward once they start blooming. Fortunately, they are pretty low maintenance and look great both in the garden and as cut flowers. Here is a short guide on how to grow dahlias and keep them blooming throughout most of […]
How to Grow Carnations and Some More Tips on How to Care for Them
Are you looking for a flower variety that will last for more seasons without planting it again? If you want something that looks good both in the garden, but also as a cut flower, then carnations are the right choice for you. These blooms come in a variety of colors and are perfect both as […]
Everything You Need to Know About Growing Watermelons
Watermelons remind everyone of Summer. They are at every picnic and family gathering. Watermelons are juicy, sweet, and delicious. Watermelons can quench your thirst with a burst of flavor on a hot day. There’s almost nothing as satisfying. Growing your own watermelons is something to consider so you can have them all Summer long. Here […]
The Best Way to Start a New Lawn
Imagine buying your dream home that has everything you’ve ever wanted. The only problem is that it has no lawn. Nothing! Just a pile of dirt in the front and back. Do you start looking for new houses that have a lawn? No way! Starting a new lawn can be easy and simple. So don’t […]