"The best time to plant pansies is earlier than most gardeners expect. In many regions, pansies can be planted as soon as the soil can be worked and daytime temperatures remain consistently above freezing. And yes, you can keep them blooming until Summer!" Comment from Old World Garden Farms
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"Early to mid-spring is the perfect time to make more plants by dividing the ones you (or your neighbors, friends and family) already have growing in the garden. That is genuinely the only disadvantage I can think of when it comes to this method of propagation: you must already have a plant to divide."
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"You don't need a big garden to grow delicious onions at home—a bright location, the right container, and well-draining soil are all it takes to yield flavorful results. Whether you have a small balcony, patio, or windowsill, growing onions in pots and containers is an easy solution for gardeners with limited space. While this method is best suited for small-bulb varieties, such as bunching or pearl onions, it still yields an abundant harvest when done properly. Ahead, experts share their tips for growing onions in containers, from planting to harvesting." Comment from Martha Stewart.com
This is an article that I need to learn from so I can grow these green onion bulbs successfully.
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"When it comes to flowers in the vegetable garden, marigolds, nasturtiums and calendula are the first blossoms that pop into my mind. I can see them vividly, swaying in the breeze, bejeweled with yellow-orange petals, being visited by a great variety of beneficial insects.
So, for the sake of beauty, among other things, let’s bring them on over to the vegetable patch. Trust me, the zinnias will fit right in with the other flowers growing in your vegetable garden." Comments from Rural Sprout
I have many packs of zinnia seeds that I should have already sown, but they will be the first to get started. I love zinnias! Some are tall, some are short . . . all with varying colors.
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"If you frequently find yourself battling pests in the garden, you're probably willing to try anything to get rid of them. Store-bought sprays offer a chemical solution, but those can sometimes be harmful to plants. They also pose a risk to bees, butterflies, and other garden pollinators. Luckily, there are several home remedies worth trying, some of which require little more than basic kitchen scraps." Comment from Outdoor Guide
I've had fierce battles with the slugs in my part of the world. As an organic gardener, you must learn natural tricks other than using chemicals. It can be done!
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"When it comes to spring azalea care, three things hold true: It’s the most important time of the year for taking care of these plants.
"This plant isn’t finicky, but you do need to understand its needs and how it grows in its original native range. “Lavender is a resilient, drought-tolerant plant, native to the Mediterranean,” says Josh Geiger, propagation manager for the Southern Living Plant Collection. “It thrives in dry, sunny conditions and well-drained soil.” Comment from Southern Living
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"As the weather warms and the first green shoots appear after the winter, many gardeners are eager to start tidying up their yard. Yet, starting yard cleanup too soon can do more harm than good. That's because our yards are important habitats for a wide range of beneficial insects that play a key role in maintaining the health of our garden plants." Comment from Better Homes and Gardens
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"You’ve purchased and hung your hummingbird feeder, added the nectar, and waited for your fluttering friends to arrive… but they haven’t. “Hummingbirds are remarkably good at finding feeders,” says Noah Perlut, PhD, ornithologist and professor in the School of Marine and Environmental Programs at the University of New England. So, if you’re noticing a lack of feathery guests, it’s probably a sign your setup isn’t quite right." Comment from Real Simple
This is an article that I need to pay attention to and learn what I am doing wrong!
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"When it comes to using stone as a mulch in the landscape successfully, it all comes down to knowing where stone will work well, and where using it may cause more problems than it solves." Comment from This Is My Garden
This article speaks to me since this is what I want to do in my gardens.
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The editor for Rural Sprout gets questions from gardeners around October about their Christmas Cactus and what to do to make their plant bloom. He has the unfortunate task to answer the following.
“Well, these plants have specific needs that must be met throughout the year for them to have enough energy to bloom. At this point in the cycle, there isn’t a whole lot you can do. However, I’ll happily walk you through what you need to do next year to ensure you have plenty of blossoms come Christmastime.”
Check out the article at Rural Sprout to get the answers.
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"Maybe you're thinking about replacing some lawn with something more sustainable. Perhaps you have a shady spot where nothing grows. Or you may be looking to create more habitat for wildlife such as birds and butterflies. A natural garden or landscape is an increasingly popular solution for all of these situations, but perhaps you're worried it will look too weedy or messy. Here are five design tips that will help you create a space that appeals to both people and wildlife." Comment from Better Homes and Gardens
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"We use a lot of hanging baskets all over the farm - and because of that, we started growing all of ours directly from seed. And one thing we have found out is that not only is growing all of ours directly from seed. And one thing we have found out is that not only is growing from seed easy and cost effective, it also allows us to start and grow all kinds of amazing and unique plants from seed that we could never find at local stores." Comment from Old World Garden Farms
Excellent article, very detailed and informative . . . check it out! I plan on learning from their experience.
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"If you have a small patio, you might be tempted to skip decorative elements and stick to the essentials. But these small patio ideas can significantly impact even the tiniest spaces. With the right know-how, you can transform your petite patio into a dreamy getaway.
Sometimes all it takes is placing furniture in a space-maximizing arrangement or the clever use of color to help a patio feel larger. Read on to create your tiny backyard oasis." Comment from Better Homes and Gardens
Great ideas and I love all of them!
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In my part of the world, March brings the excitement that Spring has arrived. The trees come alive with squirrels running around and birds singing their happy tunes. It is a happy time of the year for me.
This article from Rural Sprout leads us to the jobs that need to be done in the garden.
Happy gardening!
https://www.ruralsprout.com/march-gardening-jobs/
