BACKYARD GARDENING
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Where To Put A Greenhouse [Hometown Structures]
Probably the most important decision you will make in the process of designing, building and installing a greenhouse is choosing exactly where the final greenhouse structure will go. Pick the wrong spot and you’ll struggle with everything from temperature regulation to plant health to day to day functionality. Pick the right spot, and your greenhouse garden will be able to thrive.
How Do Greenhouses Work? [Hometown Structures]
A greenhouse is a structure primarily made of transparent materials, such as glass or plastic, designed to cultivate plants by harnessing sunlight and creating a controlled and protected growing environment. The purpose of a greenhouse is to extend the growing season for plants, protect them from adverse weather conditions like frost, excessive heat, or strong winds, and provide an optimal environment for growth by regulating temperature, humidity, and light levels.
Olla Watering System: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started
Did you know you can water your entire garden bed without lifting a finger and reduce your waste water by 70% for about $5 using just a clay pot? Today I’m going to show you how to make a self watering olla pot system for your own garden.
Forcing Forsythia Indoors For Early Spring Blooms
Forcing spring bud branches to bloom inside is a fun and easy process. All you need is a pair of sharp clippers and a container to fill with water and place your cuttings in. Once you’ve gathered your supplies, head outside and look for a branch (or ten) that needs pruning. You can accomplish two tasks in one this way - prune off unwanted branches at the perfect time of year to do so, as well as bring some beautiful flowers indoors!
Asian Jumping Worms: What We Know
Last fall, I was digging in one of my garden beds to plant garlic when I came across the largest worm I had ever seen. Quickly, my heart jumped into my throat - I had heard about these extra large, extra wriggly worms and knew that they were not a good sign for my garden. This turned into a full on panic as I dug up various spots throughout the yard and found they were spread out across the entire acre of land. An infestation of jumping worms that I knew meant trouble for my soil health and ability to grow thriving vegetable plants in ground.
How To Get Rid of Pests in Your Garden
How can you deal with garden pests naturally and humanely? Slugs, snails, earwigs and rodents are common garden pests you may find yourself dealing with, but there’s many methods you can try to repel garden pests.