"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/
"Succulents are known for being low-maintenance plants that can withstand periods of drought. But like any plant, succulents need the occasional watering to stay lush and healthy. While watering too often can lead to mushy leaves and root rot, watering too little will cause the leaves to turn brown and shrivel up. Striking the perfect balance will ensure these heat-tolerant plants stay happy. To keep you from over or underwatering your succulents, we spoke to gardening experts who shared their tips for how often to water succulents—and the best way to do so." Comment from Martha Stewart.com
I hope to grow succulents this year and need to read this article to learn about some of their needs.
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