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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…
Tomato plants are one of the easiest choices for beginner gardeners. They’re hearty, strong-willed, and tough to kill. However, if you really want to protect your plant, you need to do one thing—mulch them! Mulch keeps your plants growing strong, safe from pests, and full of nutrients. So, with that being said, let’s get into…
Mulch is awesome. However, it has some drawbacks. One of these is that bugs love it. While it’s great for around your plants, mulch offers the perfect place for bugs to breed. Eventually, these bugs will make their way into your plants and find a great lunch spot. If you really let them get bad…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
