We have SERIOUS insect problems where I live. Here’s my location on a map of the US showing Lyme disease cases: My hometown has one of the highest rates of Lyme-carrying ticks in the state. To make matters worse, I live directly adjacent to wetlands. Our town’s newspaper is called The Mosquito: All this is …
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The right gloves can make or break your gardening efforts, so I scoured the web to find the best gardening gloves with reasonable pricing. After reviewing a variety of gloves–including the overall best options, gardening gloves with claws, and kids gardening gloves–I’ve made a list of my favorites. Read on to see the list! The …
The water hose is one of the few essentials for any home gardener. Whether you’re tending to your lawn, garden, or sprinkler system, a trusty hose is necessary for carrying water to your plants. But not all hoses are made equal. Today, we will explore what makes the best garden hoses for backyard gardeners. The …
To keep your garden looking its best, you need to remove some excessive growth in a process called pruning. Cutting away dead branches or shaping a stubborn plant to your liking requires you to choose the right tool for the job. As an avid gardener, I’ve had the chance to test out quite a few …
Do you love gardening but are tired from all the constant bending you have to do? None of us are getting any younger and sometimes working in the garden can take its toll, especially if you’re already injured or are beginning to age a little. However, don’t feel that you need to stop doing something …
Aquaponic farming has become very popular over the past few years, and not just with farmers, either. Various individuals, governments, missionaries, and teachers have been turning to the world of aquaponics as a way of growing natural and sustainable food all year round. The problem is that not everyone has room to grow an entire …
Those who take their gardening seriously know just how tiresome it can be to lug around fertilizers and other bulky items you need to make your garden the best it can be. Whether you are looking to be more efficient, alleviate back pain, or simply make your favorite hobby that much more enjoyable, then finding …
The world of gardening is a vast and exciting one with all sorts of techniques and methods to produce beautiful plants and bountiful crops. The practice of aquaponics has grown in popularity around the world as an easily sustainable gardening method. If you have heard about this growing trend and are wondering where to start, …
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A lot of people choose to grow their own fruit and vegetables at home for many reasons. Firstly, it will save you money not having to buy fresh produce from the supermarket. Secondly, it’s the best way to ensure you’re getting organic food, without any harmful chemicals. And thirdly, it’s rewarding ground something from a …
Planter boxes are a fantastic way to neaten-up a messy garden. Everything is nice and organized in a planter box. Although many people think of planter boxes as housing flowers, deep enough planter boxes can grow vegetables with deeper roots. Ahead, we’ll look at some of the best planter boxes on the market to make …
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