What makes a great tomato companion plant? If you’re just starting out with your garden and looking to grow some delicious, juicy tomatoes, you’re in for a treat. Not only are tomatoes fantastic on their own, but they also love having certain plants around them.
[Read more…] about 11 Tomato Companion PlantsCompanion Planting: A Sure Fire Way for Plants to Thrive
My mom’s garden was never in neat tidy rows instead she interplanted flowers, herbs and vegetables together. I always thought this was because we didn’t have much space for a garden. It wasn’t until I was an adult I realized she was actually using the principles of companion planting.
Companion gardening has been practiced for thousands of years, so what is it and how does it benefit you?
[Read more…] about Companion Planting: A Sure Fire Way for Plants to ThriveWhat is Your Planting Zone? How to Plant For Your Gardening Zone
We all want our plants and garden to thrive. Whether they thrive, barely survive, or never sprout at all has a lot to with your gardening zone. If you’re new to gardening finding out your gardening zone is extremely helpful.
[Read more…] about What is Your Planting Zone? How to Plant For Your Gardening ZoneRaised Bed Watering: How To Water Your Garden
Adequate and proper watering can make the difference between lots of vegetables to harvest, a lackluster harvest or none at all. Just like soil and sunlight, water is a key component to successful vegetable gardening. Let’s discuss raised bed watering and how to provide the water your garden needs to thrive.
[Read more…] about Raised Bed Watering: How To Water Your GardenWhy Your Soil is so Important to the Success of Your Garden
Soil is a critical part of successful gardening. It is the foundation of your garden and one of the three key factors in successful gardening, the other two are sun and water.
The ideal soil or the holy grail of soil is loamy soil.
[Read more…] about Why Your Soil is so Important to the Success of Your Garden15 Garden Types: Inspiration to Find the Best Garden Style
Need some garden inspiration? Gardens have many styles, each type has unique characteristics and benefits. These garden types are often influenced by cultural, historical, and environmental factors.
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