Top 9 Pros and Cons of Rubber Mulch
Are you looking for a durable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional landscaping materials? Then rubber mulch is just for you. Made from recycled rubber tires, this versatile and long-lasting material is a perfect alternative to wood mulch. So why settle for ordinary mulch when you can go green with rubber? But rubber mulch isn’t all…
6 Best Mulches For Tomato Plants in 2023
Tomato plants are one of the easiest choices for beginner gardeners. They’re hearty, strong-willed, and tough to kill. However, if you’re anything like me when I first started gardening, you can always find a way to kill even the strongest of plants! In this article, we’ll walk you through how you can use mulch to…
Does Mulch Attract Bugs (And Tips for Prevention)
Mulch is awesome. However, mulch does attract bugs. One of these is that bugs love it. While it’s great for around your plants, mulch offers the perfect place for bugs to make a home and have endless babies. Eventually, these bugs will make their way to your plants and eat a delicious garden salad that…
How To Keep Chickens Warm in Winter
Chickens are tough creatures. However, if they aren’t kept warm enough, laying hens may stop producing eggs, and weaker flock members will get sick. Therefore, if you have chickens, you’ll need to keep them warm this winter. Thankfully, there are a ton of different ways to keep chickens warm. Some farmers even have heat lamps…
Planting Garlic in the Fall: For Beginners
Garlic is an incredibly easy plant to grow. The crop is hearty, and after purchasing bulbs once, you can continue to use them. However, many people do not know that planting garlic in the fall is an excellent way to have a larger harvest. Let’s get into our beginner’s guide on planting garlic in the…
Best Crops For Winter and Fall
During the summer, vegetable gardens produce abundant fruit and vegetables that can be harvested, preserved, and consumed. But what happens in the fall and winter? Is there a way to continue planting and harvesting crops, or should you let your garden rest? Thankfully for you, we know the best crops for winter and fall! While…
Four Ways to Replace Raised Bed Soil (Easy & Affordable)
At the beginning of the growing season, you should rejuvenate the soil in your raised beds. Doing so will make your next harvest more bountiful and your plants healthier. Each year, plants take nutrients out of the raised bed soil. After a long growing season, the soil lacks nutrients, negatively impacting your new plants. It…
DIY Soil For Raised Garden Beds (Step-By-Step Guide)
Knowing what kind of soil to use for raised garden beds can be tough. There are many pre-made options, and they all claim to be the best. However, many pre-made choices are filled with harmful chemicals and won’t provide enough nutrition for your plants. That’s why I recommend using this easy-to-make DIY soil that’s perfect…
Best Mulch For Blueberries: What You Need to Know!
Blueberries are one of the best plants for beginner gardeners. A blueberry bush was the first plant in my garden! The bush was surviving but not thriving… I noticed a huge change when I started mulching them! So… what’s the best mulch for blueberries? Mulch enriches the soil with vital nutrients and keeps your dirt…
How To Make Caffeine Spray For Slugs And Other Pests
I’ve tried almost every at-home remedy to get rid of slugs! To be honest, some are completely ineffective, while others perform marvelously. From my experience, a properly made caffeine spray will kill slugs and other pests. So, if you just want to repel them, this probably isn’t the spray for you! Making a caffeine spray…
How to Get Rid of Ticks in the House (All Natural)?
Ticks are the worst insects that you can find outside. However, they can also be in your home! Anyone with a few indoor /outdoor pets should know that! This article will teach you how to get rid of ticks in the house—perfect for all animal lovers! Ticks were not as dangerous as they were now…
How Long Does Mulch Last?
So… how long does mulch last? There are many different answers to this question depending on what type of mulch you use. Other things that impact the longevity of your mulch include the thickness of the mulch, the temperature where you live, and what type of plants are nearby. When talking about the longevity of…