GENERAL GARDENING - Page 6

Cardboard mulch is one of the simplest, cheapest, and most effective weed-suppression methods available to home gardeners. Instead of sending cardboard to the recycling

Wood ash is one of the most overlooked soil amendments in home gardening. If you burn untreated firewood in a fireplace or wood stove,

Banana peels are one of the most powerful – and most wasted – natural garden resources. Most people throw them away without realizing they

Citrus peels are one of the most overlooked garden resources. Most households throw away orange, lemon, lime, and grapefruit peels without realizing they can

Bees need more than flowers. While nectar and pollen get most of the attention, clean, shallow water is just as important for bee health

Plastic cups might seem like simple disposable items, but in the garden they can become surprisingly powerful tools. Whether you’re starting seeds, protecting seedlings,

Perennial food plants are one of the smartest investments you can make in a garden. Unlike annual vegetables that must be replanted every year,

Lavender is one of the most loved plants in the world. Gardeners grow it for the calming fragrance, the purple blooms, and the classic

Most gardeners think of violets as small, charming wildflowers – pretty, delicate, and easy to overlook. But experienced growers and ecological gardeners increasingly recognize