Chemical And Pesticide Free Gardening Tips

Imagine this a steady supply of fresh delicious and therapeutic herbs: you no longer have to buy herbs and spices from the supermarket every time you’re cooking. Just pluck your own herbs from your in…

The perfect tomato, ripe and still warm from your garden, can be eaten right out of hand, perhaps with a sprinkle of salt. If you care about the quality of food, you’ve no doubt discovered that tom…

Cilantro, the ever-controversial herb: do you love it or hate it? If you’re on team cilantro, this tasty herb makes a great addition to any dish, street tacos, salsas, or even salads. And the good ne…

Tired of having to go to the grocery store for fresh produce? Get in touch with your roots and try vegetable gardening! You don’t need to start with a super green thumb to grow your own food. You can…

Springtime and summer are coming, and what better time could there be to enjoy the outdoors together with a family-friendly project like a sunflower fort? You don’t have to go far from home— you ca…

If you’ve ever stuck your nose into a bouquet of fresh basil, you already know the obsession. The deep, sweet, rich aroma is irresistible. Plus, fresh-picked it makes the ultimate pesto, and every pas…

Do you wish you could grow dozens (or even hundreds) of veggie plants in a tiny fraction of the space a normal garden takes? growing microgreens at home is easy, takes up little space and allows you …

Why should you teach your children to garden? Gardening is a pastime that is not just for adults but is also a great way to teach children life skills. To pique their interest be sure to ask questions…

Whether you’re looking to save space, or just love the aesthetic of leafy trellises and arches, there are so many types of vertical vegetable garden ideas out there! Vertical gardening is not just for…

It is amazing how many vegetables grow happily in containers! Container gardening is an excellent gardening method for those without yards or minimal backyard space. It’s also a great way for beginner…

Have you been dreaming of having your own vegetable garden, but don’t have a back yard to make it happen? Well, you might be surprised how much food you can grow in a balcony vegetable garden! …

Growing catnip indoors is an easy way to give your feline friend the pampering she deserves. Gardening for your cat is rule number two in the cat owner’s bible. Rule number one is, of course, worship…

Imagine every time you crave a fresh, flavorful salad, all you have to do is walk over to your year-round indoor salad garden and cut some greens. It’s super simple to get started with this indoor gar…

If you are looking to grow plants that attract birds in winter to your backyard, we have the expert tips to attract our many feathered friends that are beneficial to your garden.. …

Imagine a gardenful of sweet, juicy bright red, thick-walled tomatoes ripe and ready to be picked. This can be your garden! The Ace 55 tomato is an American classic that produces abundant harvests of …

Choosing the optimal lighting for your system is daunting for any hydroponics beginner. There are so many options, and there is no one right way. We’ve got you covered here, though, with all the inf…

When pests invade and destroy the garden, it is enough to make any home gardener lose their mind. Instead of reaching for the toxic chemicals to rid our gardens of these pests, though, we need to use …

Sustainable gardening is an extremely popular concept right now. While it may sound complex, it isn’t at all. It’s a big idea with a simple message – do no harm. Or, do as little harm as possibl…

Hydroponic gardening is a great way to grow lots of vegetables all year-round. Even the beginner gardener can create an inexpensive, easy hydroponic system. If you’re interested in how to set up a h…

Transitioning to sustainable gardening is easy to do, plus you’ll produce less waste, use fewer chemicals, and save money. It’s also the best choice for the planet. There is a lot of buzz in the g…

Summer is winding down, yet it doesn’t mean you have to stop gardening. Winter gardens are an incredible way to keep fresh vegetables on the dinner table all year-round. And, they are incredibly rewar…

Have you been dreaming of your own garden? Are you a chef and love fresh-cut herbs, basil on your pasta or rosemary and thyme on your Sunday roast, or imagining a vibrant garden buzzing with life? A …

Gardening is a rewarding hobby that is also therapeutic. It is an exercise that rewards hard work and patience and seeds a passion for nature. Not everyone is born with a green thumb, though. And, som…

On the surface, buying garden seeds doesn’t sound like it’s that complicated. It’s a small investment and doesn’t require any special supplies or resources. There are dozens of seed companies …

Getting the most out of the garden is one of the biggest goals of all gardeners. Wouldn’t it be great to harvest enough vegetables so you no longer have to rely on the grocery store? Thankfully, the…

Why leave home when you can reduce food waste and reduce trips to the grocery store? Kitchen scraps are waste no longer; they are the beginning of a whole new way to grow no different than recycling. …

What if I told you there was a way to help protect our planet, save money, grow green and more abundant fruits, vegetables “veggies”, greens, a more vibrant lawn, and give back to mother earth all…

Why should you teach your children to garden? Gardening is a pastime that is not just for adults but is also a great way to teach children life skills. To pique their interest be sure to ask questions…

Are you a green thumb and have been itching to start gardening, but can’t wait till spring? Have you ever wanted to grow vegetables to success even though it’s snowing outside? Have you been dying…

Raised bed gardening offers many advantages, such as improved soils, a better growing season, and better soil quality especially in the method of chemical free gardening. Raised beds can be created to…

Out of the coldest months comes the greenest greens of them all. This is when your dark delicious leafy vegetables are at their peak! From arugula, kale, spinach to swiss chard. Going green is great a…

Whether you’re new to gardening or just looking for some tips on how to make peppers grow faster, we have answers for you. The following guide will provide tips on how to grow big pepper plants that w…

Are you a beginning gardener and just not sure when to start? Planting vegetables in the correct growing season is a major determiner of success. You can plant some vegetables in the perfect condition…

Regardless if you’re a beginner, amateur, or professional, there is always something new exciting to do every season and there are so many benefits to gardening not only for yourself but for the pla…

It is a frustrating and stressful time, especially for those who have been laid off and are now stuck at home. To make matters worse, social isolation means you can’t visit friends or see family membe…

Have you ever thought about growing your own food for survival? In times of economic uncertainty, planting a garden brings reassurance and a sense of calm. There may come a time that it is a challenge…

The traffic light-colored fruit that can knock your socks off with its intensely spicy flavor—the hot chili. Originating from Mexico, chili peppers are now one of the world’s ubiquitous ingredient…

Over the past decade, there has been a sharp rise in environmental consciousness. With that rise has come the realization that it’s important for everybody to do their part to help the environment. Wh…

In this guide, we cover the most basic questions about bee pollination and help you consider the pros as well as the cons of raising one of America’s most effective pollinators in nature….

Gardening tasks, especially after the winter frost, can seem to be a lot of work…we know! We are here to simplify things! In this guide, we’ll give you the answers to those questions with our 101 gu…

Mosquitoes are one of nature’s most loathed insects. Waking up and realizing that you have a scratchy and itchy bite on your arm—or worse, your face—is a truly unpleasant experience. Mosquito bi…

The options are endless when it comes to designing a flower garden. With the swath of flowers available these days in stores and online, it can be quite overwhelming to decide which flowers to plant. …

Besides being beautiful, butterflies provide an important role in the garden. They pollinate flowers and other plants so that the garden can grow and thrive. By attracting and providing shelter for yo…

Share on facebook Facebook Share on google Google+ Share on twitter Twitter Share on linkedin LinkedIn Some bugs in your garden are beneficial but some can destroy your garden, like aphids. First off,…

There are several beneficial insects to keep in your garden. Keeping butterflies, ladybugs, and various bees allow you to get more productivity out of your garden by ensuring all your plants are prope…

There are many reasons why you would want to limit the use of pesticides in your environment. Our kids and pets often play in the vicinity of our yard or garden. When planting a garden this year, cons…

Pollinators and beneficial insects provide a diversity of benefits when it comes to your garden’s wellbeing and health. As the end of winter is near and signs of warmer days arrive, gardeners fr…