Professional Gardening Tips
We have a New World Record pumpkin of 2819.3 pounds from the UK. Twin brothers Ian and Stuart Paton from the Lymington in Hampshire have grown what’s is the heaviest pumpkin ever recorded, tipping the scales at 2,819.3 pounds (1,278.8 […]
A seed is an embryo plant and contains virtually all the materials and energy to start off a new plant. To get the most from one’s seeds it is needful to understand a little about their needs so that just […]
The North Shrub-cuttings taken last fall and buried in the ground during winter should be planted 6 inches apart in the row and 2 feet between rows as soon as possible. Allow an inch or two of the cuttings to […]
Provided is a list of tasks you need to perform in your garden during March. Please understand your gardening zone which is identified in the menu above. Look for Hardiness Zones. Zone 1 Order indoor seed starting kits and seeds […]
Garden beds are visually stunning additions to any landscape when well-designed with an array of flowers, shrubs and trees. They can enhance curb appeal, effectively increasing a home’s value. However, many gardeners face similar challenges and frustrations when mowing their […]
The independence and joy that come with owning a garden and reaping its benefits can easily get overshadowed by pets eating the vegetables first or destroying the garden beds. Gardeners love their pets, but they also love their gardens. To […]
Picture the vast, dry outback of Australia, where red earth stretches endlessly under a relentless sun. Yet, step into a backyard garden down under, and you see explosions of gold, crimson, and deep blue that defy the tough conditions. This […]
Low-intervention gardening involves allowing nature to take hold instead of implementing extensive outdoor care, including using native plants, limiting harmful chemicals and boosting biodiversity. The practice has grown more popular as amateur and advanced gardeners alike aim to combat climate […]
Cabbage is a valuable crop in both commercial and home gardens, but it attracts a wide range of insects that can cause serious damage if left unchecked. Many cabbage pests feed on leaves, stems, or roots, leaving plants stunted and […]
An ancient Latin plant name of doubtful origin, but possibly derived from the sound made in chewing the seed (Papaveraceae). Poppy. A widespread genus of 100 species of colorful hardy annual and perennial plants. Poppies like full sun, although some […]
SOIL PREPARATION: Minimum space is approx. 300 sq. ft. per plant. Doubling this space or even more would be an advantage, and will generally result in a larger pumpkin. Prepare the soil by cultivation. Rake out larger stones, clumps of […]