Gardening

Have you ever heard of the bugs that Zinnia repels? This gorgeous flower is an absolute beauty in more ways than one. It has the ability to beautify your garden …

Welcome to the murky realm of intercropping. This is where gardeners strategically cultivate different fruits and vegetables together to enhance growth and deter pests. But here’s one – can you …

Using dryer sheets as insect repellents is a home trick everyone should know. Here’s the deal, comrades – In addition to removing pests from your home, they also give off …

We’ve all had that moment of doubt, standing in our garden and asking ourselves whether the garlic scapes grow back when you remove them from the plant.  Over the years, …

Properly grown garlic scapes are only available for a few weeks! So you need to know when they grow so you can turn them into a pickle or make their …

Have you ever found garlic scapes or ramps in the farmer’s market or grocery aisle and wondered what the difference is between the two ingredients? Garlic scapes are part of …

Do you know Catnip is not just a beloved herb that makes your cats go wild, but it also can repel specific bugs from your house or surroundings?  I’ve planted …

Most people use chemically-manufactured insect repellents to solve bug invasion issues. However, you don’t know how safe these repellents are. It’s better to use plants that act as natural bug …

We’ve all been there – you may need more time to prepare the garden bed for your potatoes if your schedule gets tighter or unexpected events pop up. Whatever the …

Sweet potatoes are delicious and include healthy nutrients. If you wish to enjoy this vegetable regularly, you can grow it at home with minimal care and effort.  Though this may …

Potatoes are the most versatile and satisfying crops requiring little space or equipment for planting. That’s why I’ve been growing them in containers for years and enjoy fresh spuds all …

Picture this: a warm summer evening spent without the annoying mosquito bites, the incessant buzzing of flies, or the annoyance of gnats dive-bombing your face. Peaceful, isn’t it? Luckily, I’ve …