If you are a new green thumb, then you need to define some basic terms before you roll up your sleeves and get out into the garden! Read on for some definitions that will put you “in the know” about gardening.
Annuals- Annuals are plants that grow from seed to flower and seed again the following year.
Biennials- These are plants that take two years to grow from seed to flower and then to seed again.
Perennials- Another word that ends in the letters “ennials”! Perennials are plants that continue to grow year after year. These types of plants need approximately 12 months
Selecting a Garden Hose
by Patti August 12th, 2008 Gardening
When it comes to a garden hose, any old thing will not do! If your hose is old, then it is probably very twisted, hard or tangled up. It is time to get a new one. If you bought a cheap one, then it will not last very long. So again, it is time to invest in a hose that will last you for more than one summer.
When it comes to watering your yard and your garden, a hose that is made of layers will stand the test of time more so than any other kind. Look for an inner
When it comes to watering your yard and your garden, a hose that is made of layers will stand the test of time more so than any other kind. Look for an inner
Growing Strawberries for the Apartment Dweller
by Patti August 5th, 2008 Container Gardening, GardeningJust because you live in an apartment does not mean that you cannot grow your favorite fruit- strawberries! Strawberries are very simple to grow and easily can be grown in a pot. They are winter hardy perennial plants that will thrive as long as they are planted in well drained, fertile soil that is exposed to plenty of sunshine. If you have a balcony, then this is probably the best place to grow your strawberries.