Saturday, May 5th, 2012
The pH level that plants need to ensure their optimum health differs from plant to plant. In order to maintain a plant’s proper pH level so that they can successfully thrive in your garden, you will need to check the acidity level of your soil. There are a few easy steps to follow that will help you do this. The only things you will need are, a spade, distilled water, and a pH testing probe. It Read the rest of this entry »
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Before you start any serious gardening endeavor, you should know that one of the best gardening tools is a sound understanding of plant hardiness zones. Hardiness zones define what plant life survives best in various geographical regions. Hardiness zones are defined by the minimum winter temperature of a given area. Understanding what can and what can’t be planted in your area will save you money, time and frustration. Perennial plants that start out well when planted in the spring can freeze and die during the Read the rest of this entry »
Sunday, April 29th, 2012
If you are a novice gardener you might be overwhelmed by the sheer number of gardening tools available to you. With rows upon rows of of choices how do you know you’re going to get the tool you really need? Well, there are five tools that every gardener needs, no matter how experienced they are.
A good, sturdy pair of work gloves is a must. It will keep your hands from being cut by Read the rest of this entry »