Latest articles by Bonnie L. Grant
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Snag Trees: What Are They & Why Are They Good For Wildlife?
The term snag tree may not seem appealing, but for insects, birds and other wildlife, a tree snag can provide the perfect haven.
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9 Cut And Come Again Crops For Small Spaces
Limited space is not an impediment to growing your own food. Cut and come again vegetables and herbs will save money, space, and provide fresh produce from the same plant all season long.
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Which Types Of Wood To Use For Growing Fungi
Wondering about the best logs for mushroom plugs? Match the mushroom type to the tree variety for a great crop of delicious mushrooms.
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Plant An Italian Cook’s Vegetable Garden: 8 Authentic Varieties To Grow
Bring the luscious, bright flavors of Italian cuisine into your home with an Italian cook’s garden filled with the country’s best produce.
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String Of Pearls Plant: Everything You Need To Know For Happy Plants
Also known as string of beads, the string of pearls plant is an easygoing succulent that quickly adds vertical interest to any room. Here’s how to make the most of yours
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How To Use A Moss Pole On Your Monstera Plant
A moss pole monstera is simply a Swiss cheese plant whose roots grow and attach to a moss-covered pole. Does this impressive plant need one of these? Yes! It’s an epiphyte that gets its nourishment from the surrounding air and water.
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French Flowers To Add A Touch Of Romance To Any Garden
Feeling love-struck is something that French flower enthusiasts have elevated to the level of an art form. Here we consider the most romantic French flowers you can grow
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Best Ways To Use Baking Soda For Plants & How NOT To Use It
Maybe your grandparents used kitchen baking soda in their gardens but you may want to consider other ways to combat fungus that won’t cause salt buildup in the soil.
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When To Start Planting Seeds For A Head Start On Your Garden
It's time to start your garden, but when do you start seeds? The answer depends upon your zone. Read the following article to get some important seed starting tips. Click here for more information.
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Guide To Storing Dahlia Tubers For Next Year’s Garden: Step-By-Step Instructions
Beautiful dahlias are a favorite garden flower, and properly storing dahlia tubers in the winter will guarantee their brilliant summer blooms year after year.
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Orchids After Blooming: Learn About Orchid Care After Blooms Drop
Knowing how to support orchids after blooming increases your chances of sustained ornamental displays. Here’s how to give the best orchid care after blooms die
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Campanula Care: How To Grow A Bellflower Plant
The lovely campanula flower, or bellflower, comes in different colors, shapes and sizes, and adds a bright, delicate element to a yard, garden or planter.
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How To Grow All Your Vegetables In A 5-Gallon Bucket
Ever heard of a bucket garden? Lots of gardeners with limited space have great success growing vegetables in 5-gallon buckets on a balcony, porch, deck, or lanai.
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Peat Moss And Gardening - Information About Sphagnum Peat Moss
Using peat moss for garden purposes improves the soil, but harvesting it and sphagnum peat moss is a controversial practice that’s not great for the environment.
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Eating Bugs From The Garden – Put Pests On Your Dinner Plate
Edible bugs are a familiar diet staple in 130 countries. In the not-too-distant future eating bugs may become a normal part of our daily lives.
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Buttercups For The Garden - Growing Info And Care of Ranunculus Buttercup Plants
Ranunculus buttercup plants produce cheery little multi-petaled flowers. Some people love them but they are invasive and many consider them weeds.
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How To Grow Caladiums Indoors: The Ultimate Care Guide
Growing a caladium indoors is a treat for devoted houseplant parents. With its colorful leaves and indirect light needs, a caladium is a lovely indoor addition.
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Explore The World Of Insects With “Bugging Out”
Understanding the amazing benefits of insects can change our perspective on how important they are and maybe change how we treat them.
