We already have learned some of the mistakes that can cause problems for your container garden. Here we continue our look at other common no-nos that you should work hard to steer clear of!
Look for plants that are healthy and strong looking. Stay away from sickly looking plants or ones that appear to be very weak. The best place to buy healthy plants that are disease-free and pest-free is at a local nursery that has a good reputation. The knowledgeable staff at the nursery can help answer your questions about which plants are best to buy.
Price is often a
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More Container Gardening Mistakes to Steer Clear of
by Patti December 23rd, 2009 | Container Gardening, Gardening
Common Container Gardening Mistakes to Avoid
by Patti December 16th, 2009 | Container Gardening
If you enjoy container gardening, you need to learn what not to do! Trial and error is a part of the learning experience, but you do not want your precious plants to pay the price for the mistakes you make.
The plants in your container garden need to be watered, but you do not want to drown them. If you tend to be heavy-handed when it comes to watering then purchase containers that have a large number of drainage holes. It also makes sense to read the water requirements for your plants because they will not be the same for every
The plants in your container garden need to be watered, but you do not want to drown them. If you tend to be heavy-handed when it comes to watering then purchase containers that have a large number of drainage holes. It also makes sense to read the water requirements for your plants because they will not be the same for every
Winter Yard Work- A Checklist for You
by Patti December 9th, 2009 | Gardening
Winter yard work must be done whether you look forward to it or (*groan*) do not. As long as there is no snow on the ground, the middle or end of winter is an excellent time to do some of landscaping and yard work.
Renovate Your Lawn
Start with a lawn renovation. Give the ground a good raking in order to expose the soil, so you provide new seeds with the opportunity to do what they need to- germinate. You then should level your lawn. Do this by covering the lowest spots with new soil. If specific areas of the lawn need
Renovate Your Lawn
Start with a lawn renovation. Give the ground a good raking in order to expose the soil, so you provide new seeds with the opportunity to do what they need to- germinate. You then should level your lawn. Do this by covering the lowest spots with new soil. If specific areas of the lawn need
Pertinent Points about a Backyard Garden Shed
by Patti December 2nd, 2009 | Gardening
Your backyard looks exactly the way you want it as far as landscaping goes. You are very pleased with the care, effort and time that you have put into it, but it is still not complete. What is missing is a garden shed where you can store all of your outdoor supplies and the like.
When it comes to buying a garden shed for your backyard the most important elements to getting it right are good organization and an appropriate design. Always plan on a long-term basis as opposed to a short-term one. Figure out where the best location for your
When it comes to buying a garden shed for your backyard the most important elements to getting it right are good organization and an appropriate design. Always plan on a long-term basis as opposed to a short-term one. Figure out where the best location for your