Loamy soil—the perfect balance of clay, sand, and silt. This is the desired soil you want to achieve to give your plants the best start. It’s also the most suitable foundation you can create to keep your plants healthy and stimulate growth over time. Why? Because it’s fertile, rich in nutrients, holds moisture but drains … More HOW TO IMPROVE SOIL TO STIMULATE PLANT GROWTH
The condition of your soil matters because it is the foundation of your plants. The soil must be nutrient-rich and soft to have healthy and productive plants. So, knowing your soil type and understanding its condition is vital. Knowledge about these two key areas allows you to ensure the soil has appropriate nutrients, structure, and … More WHY YOU NEED TO UNDERSTAND YOUR SOIL’S CONDITION
We all desire healthy, beautiful plants. So it’s no surprise we do everything we can to keep them alive, like watering them everyday. But is that sufficient and how much water is required to keep plants blooming and thriving? To know, you must consider the type of plant, its location, and weather conditions. These factors … More 3 REASONS YOU NEED TO MONITOR HOW MUCH WATER YOUR PLANTS GET
MEYER LEMON TREE Click to shop. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Meyer lemon trees are a must-have in any garden. One reason is these unique lemons are unavailable in grocery stores since their thinner skin will bruise in crates during shipping. Instead, this fruit must be grown in a nursery, garden center, … More SPOTLIGHT ON HOUSEPLANTS | MEYER LEMON TREE
Maintaining a healthy garden requires work. It also requires knowledge of the factors that impact your plants. Elements like the sun, water, and soil contribute to their health and survival. That’s why it’s important to understand how much sunlight your yard gets since it is one of the factors that affect your plants. While water … More WHY IT’S IMPORTANT TO KNOW HOW MUCH SUNLIGHT YOUR YARD GETS
There are five reasons your plants are not thriving. This is because caring for plants is similar to caring for children. We say this from the perspective that while your kids might be alike, they often have different needs. So, the one size fits all approach does not always work when caring for your plants. … More 5 REASONS YOUR PLANTS ARE NOT THRIVING
As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases Using a wheelbarrow during gardening projects makes a job easier. A wheelbarrow is like a cart that carries various materials from one place to another. This reduces the number of trips and makes carrying the materials more manageable. Most people probably think of wheelbarrows for farming … More SERIES: MUST-HAVE GARDEN TOOLS #7 | WHEELBARROW
Spring-2022 – Quick Tip #4 All grass should be aerated to increase the overall health of your lawn. Aeration is a process that releases compacted soil to allow air, rain, and other nutrients to reach the roots. The type of grass you have determines when to aerate. Now is the time to aerate warm-season grasses. We recommend core … More WHY YOU SHOULD AERATE WARM-SEASON GRASS
QUESTION FROM READER: Is it necessary to fertilize plants, especially perennials? I thought if my plants came back, regular watering was enough. Also, if fertilizer is needed, how often should it be used, and when is the best time to apply it? GL365 RESPONSE: Dear Reader, Yes! Fertilizer is food for your plants. It provides … More QUESTIONS FROM READERS (May Edition)
Potting and Garden Soils WHY: Garden and potting soils add extra nutrients to plants to create an optimal environment for growth. When planting in the ground, garden soils help enrich the different types of ground matter found in various regions. Garden soils are usually denser and help create a foundation to build strong roots. Potting … More SERIES: 10 ESSENTIAL GARDEN ITEMS – HIGHLIGHT # 10 | SOILS