Blueberries aren’t as commonly cultivated as strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries due to how long they take to establish. The average Blueberry bush takes between three to five years to begin truly maturing and putting off berries each year. But, first, it’s going to need to be watered properly or it may not live long enough …
Gardening
Corn is a staple for many hearty homemade meals, as well as a popular ingredient in everything from salsa to corn meal. Growing corn is relatively simple; soak seeds, plant them, water them, and let mother nature do the rest. But, there are a few basics you need to know before you get started. Like, …
If you’re considering growing lettuce (Latin name Lactuca sativa) this year, you must first understand how much water it needs. The water content of lettuce is approximately 96 percent. If you think about it, that’s quite a bit of water. But just exactly how much water does lettuce need? Read below and find the answer, …
If you plan on planting corn in your garden, consider how tall these plants grow. Corn is popular for its oversized stalks that hive around people’s heads, so if your corn has stunted growth, there might be cause to worry. Several environmental factors cause corn stalks not to grow tall, but that doesn’t necessarily affect …
The slimy boneless worms I used to play with as a kid are a secret to a healthy garden. As a kid, these were live toys. Now that I am a gardener, it gets a little bit more serious. Earthworms improve soil texture aerations and increase organic matter in the soil. If your garden has …
No matter where in the world you are located, moss will be nearby. It grows everywhere and it is not always a nuisance plant. It can serve you well and your plants, even if you have no practical uses for it. Once you know how moss grows, and the conditions that encourage it, you will …
You have beautiful Marigolds in your garden, and care for them to the best of your knowledge. You water them every few days but are unsure about the right watering schedule. How often do you water marigolds? What Marigolds are we talking about? This depends on whether they are African marigolds tagetes or Common marigolds …
If you are looking for a versatile, easy-to-cultivate shrub, Boxwood is a good choice. It has a slower growth rate than other types of shrubbery, which makes it ideal for some landscapes and green spaces in your yard. Boxwoods add color and visual interest year-round, and they thrive in a wide range of climates and …
Gorgeous and fluffy blooms and lush, attractive foliage, Peonies are one most conspicuous blooming plants in a garden. They’re bold and colorful but at the same time as sweet as a flower gets because of their fragrance. Peonies come in a wide range of colors. Their low-maintenance nature and tendency to have a long garden …
Your Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) has the potential to turn into a beautiful and full shrub for your home. The only problem is making sure you prune it correctly so it can reach this stage. Rose of Sharon is a hardy shrub that will come back year after year if you take care of it …