Blog List Category: Plant Care

Is Fall a Good Time to Plant?

Is fall a good time to plant perennials and trees? Most people plant in spring, but many have suggested that fall might be an…

Watering Seedlings – Bottom or Top Watering?

What is better for your seedlings; top watering or bottom watering? Lots of online sites and social media discussions…

Does Cedar Mulch Repel Pollinators and Other Insects

We all know cedar chests repel moths and cedar shavings are routinely used in homes to control insect pests. Based on this…

When Do Roots Grow – Spring, Summer or Fall?

Common advice is that tree roots grow in spring and fall and take a rest in summer. The tree is too busy in summer taking…

Watering Houseplants – Top or Bottom? Which is Best?

There are two common ways to water houseplants – from the top and from the bottom. The debate about which one is best…

Is Sugar Water Good For Plants

Is sugar water good for plants? This is a very interesting question and one that leads to all kinds of fun facts about…

Myths About Straw And Hay In The Garden

What is the difference between straw and hay? I am always surprised at all of the misinformation that is spread whenever…

Pros and Cons of a Clover Lawn – Which Clover is Best?

Turfgrass is losing its status as the golden child of groundcovers as gardeners look towards greener pastures. Clover has…

Till vs No-Till – Which Is Better For Your Garden

I started gardening a long time ago and at that time tilling was standard practice. Most gardeners did not have a tiller so…
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