Mike Jones- Groundcover
- February 1, 2025
- 76 views
Mike JonesTips For How To Kill English Ivy
English ivy (Hedera helix) is an aggressive, invasive plant that quickly occupies gardens, trees, and buildings. Even though it appears very attractive, it can harm buildings, kill native plants, and…
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- Specialty Gardens
- January 23, 2025
- 79 views
How Much Does A Rain Garden Cost?
A rain garden is a sustainable landscaping solution that not only beautifies your property but also manages stormwater runoff, reduces pollution, and supports local ecosystems. However, understanding the cost of…
- Mike Jones
- Composting
- January 9, 2025
- 92 views
Winter Composting Shortcuts: 5 Easy Ways To Fill Garden Beds And Pots In Time For Spring
In this quiet season, gardeners must see the beauty in preparing their beds and pots in the winter so that they could have a plentiful spring. People think that because…
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- Aloe Vera
- January 3, 2025
- 93 views
Propagating Aloe Vera – Rooting Aloe Vera Cuttings Or Separating Aloe Pups
Aloe vera is a popular succulent known for its soothing gel and low-maintenance care. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a novice plant enthusiast, propagating aloe vera is a rewarding…
- Mike Jones
- Hostas
- December 14, 2024
- 98 views
18 Colorful Hostas To Add A Burst Of Brightness To Your Shade Garden
Unsung heroes of the shade garden, hostas are known for their wonderful foliage. Available in stunning colors, shapes, and sizes, they can either create a lush, serene retreat or add…
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- Bird of Paradise
- December 9, 2024
- 93 views
Bird Of Paradise As A Houseplant – Keeping A Bird Of Paradise Inside
The Bird of Paradise, Strelitzia reginae, and Strelitzia nicolai, is a dramatic tropical plant for large, luscious leaves and unforgettable flowers that look like a bird in flight. Although a…
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- Zone 6
- September 6, 2024
- 162 views
Zone 6 Growing Tips: What Are The Best Plants For Zone 6
With such a great range of plants that one can grow, gardening is both exciting and rewarding in USDA Hardiness Zone 6 because of its rather temperate climate. Coming with…
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- Environmental Problems
- September 2, 2024
- 183 views
Information On How To Protect Outdoor Plants In Winter
Winter is a special season for gardeners, entailing particular care in protecting outdoor plants from cold, frost, and strong winds. This period is highly vital to all those gardeners who…
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- Beneficial Garden Friends
- August 16, 2024
- 197 views
Keeping Bluebirds Nearby: How To Attract Bluebirds In The Garden
Bluebirds embody color and songs in a garden. Other than improving the looks of your place, these great birds will also enhance the ecosystem by helping to reduce the pesky…
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- Beneficial Garden Friends
- August 16, 2024
- 288 views
Are Birds Pollinators: Bird Pollinated Flowers
Perhaps first thought of are bees, butterflies, and even bats; however, there is another, which often goes unrecognized: birds. It is a very important ecological interaction, and it is one…
- Mike Jones
- Lawn Care
- August 2, 2024
- 188 views
Heat-Stressed Lawn Care: 5 Tips To Ensure Your Grass Survives The Summer
Summers are hard on the lawn; it grass turns brown, thin, and stressed. Proper care throughout these months assures that the grass not only survives but thrives. Here are five…
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- Gardening Tips
- July 31, 2024
- 269 views
10 DIY Seed Starter Pot Ideas – Repurpose, Reuse, and Recycle Household Items
Growing plants from seed is gratifying and financially efficient, but buying seed starter pots can take a penny from your purse. You can, though, repurpose, reuse, and otherwise recycle household…
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- Weeds
- July 26, 2024
- 207 views
How To Identify Poison Ivy To Prevent A Painful Rash – Plus, Common Lookalike Plants
Introduction Poison ivy is a very poisonous plant that causes painful and itchy rashes if contacted. Since this is quite common across most of North America, it becomes very important…
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- Trees
- July 23, 2024
- 274 views
What Is A Weeping Mulberry: Learn About Weeping Mulberry Tree Care
The weeping mulberry (‘Pendula’ Morus alba) is simply one of a kind, charisma in the form of a tree, with a style and presence that flows like a waterfall. This…
- Mike Jones
- Gardening Tips
- July 22, 2024
- 213 views
Best Place To Put A Raised Garden Bed – Choosing A Location For Raised Beds
They are a good growing aspect for most plants—vegetables, flowering plants, herbs, and even small shrubs. Raised beds give better control over the quality and drainage of the soil but…
