Whether you want to keep mosquitos out of your yard or harmful pests out of your vegetable garden, there are natural ways to repel bugs that don’t involve citronella candles or pesticides. Basil: This easy-to-grow culinary herb doubles as a repellent for houseflies and mosquitoes. Plant basil in pots and place them around patios toContinue reading “Plants that deter Bugs”
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Types of Air Plants
If you have an air plant, one of the most important things you can learn about it is exactly what type of air plant you own! Believe it or not, there are dozens of varieties of Tillandsia, and they often have their own individual care needs. Hereβs how to identify air plants and care forContinue reading “Types of Air Plants”
How to water succulents
Succulents store extra water in their leaves, stems, or roots, which gives them the ability to survive a while between waterings (sometimes a month or more). Because they have a reputation for being drought-tolerant and growing in dryer climates many people don’t realize that when you bring them into your home or garden, they stillContinue reading “How to water succulents”
Gardening Hacks
Gardening Hacks can be a great way to help you along your planting and taking care of your veggies and flower garden this season. Below I have listed eight different and useful garden hacks for this gardening season. Coffee grounds are an excellent addition to your gardening routine. You can use them indirectly in yourContinue reading “Gardening Hacks”
Companion Vegetable Planting
Companion planting is a great way to maximize the efficiency of your garden. For almost every vegetable you grow, there is likely to be a beneficial companion plant that will help increase soil nutrients, chase away pests, and help you get the most out of your garden. Basil and tomatoes were made to go together,Continue reading “Companion Vegetable Planting”
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