When the leaves of your bulbs start to yellow and die back, it’s time to dig them up and replant them. Follow these tips for bulb planting success: 1. Choose a Sunny Spot in Your Garden That Has Well-Draining Soil First of all, you’ll need to choose a sunny spot in your garden that has … Read more >>
Cabbage plants are one of the most versatile vegetables you can grow in your garden. They can be used in various dishes and are relatively easy to care for. However, like all plants, they can sometimes experience problems that can cause them to die. You will know your cabbage plant is dying if the leaves … Read more >>
When it comes to gardens, sustainability is vital. You would want to ensure that your garden is not only good for the environment but can also withstand the test of time. From using natural materials for your garden beds to using rainwater to water your plants, there are plenty of sustainable garden ideas that you … Read more >>
Numerous insects and pests find cabbage plants attractive; if unchecked, these bugs can cause substantial damage to the plant. Moreover, these bugs not only damage the cabbage’s leaves and head but also may make it unfit for human consumption. How then do you prevent malicious insects from destroying your cabbage plants? To keep bugs from … Read more >>
Lawn fungus could be to blame if you’ve been trying to get a beautiful green lawn, but all you’ve got is a brown, patchy one. Even though fungal spores are on every lawn and can help your lawn, they can be a big problem when they start to grow and spread. What’s Lawn Fungus? Lawns … Read more >>
One of the most frustrating things about being a cabbage farmer is dealing with pests like Japanese beetles, aphids, and whiteflies that can cause severe damage to your crops. While many commercial pesticides are available on the market, these products can be expensive and often contain harmful chemicals. Using homemade bug spray is the best … Read more >>
Gardening is both therapeutic and rewarding. But there are pesky bugs that can wreak havoc on your vegetables. It can be disheartening to walk out to your garden to harvest your beautifully grown cabbage for salad or soup and realize it looks like green Swiss cheese. Holes in cabbage plant leaves indicate they may suffer … Read more >>
Growing cabbages can be a fun and rewarding experience. It’s a great way to get fresh, healthy produce right in your own backyard. However, when cabbage leaves start turning brown, it can be frustrating and downright confusing if you can’t figure out why it’s happening. Cabbage leaves turn brown due to inadequate water intake caused … Read more >>
Gardening with Hydrangeas is a gift that keeps giving—as the perennial flowers come back every year. They require some tending, so keep reading to learn more about cutting brown hydrangea blooms. Brown Hydrangeas Should you cut hydrangea blooms? Yes and no. Hydrangeas, in ideal conditions, don’t require frequent pruning. However, there are certain times you … Read more >>
In the dead of summer, many hydrangea owners ask themselves (or a professional) one common question: why are my hydrangeas turning brown? You might have a hydrangea that needs more water or less sun, or it might be under attack from any number of pests. Let’s look at what might have your hydrangea flowers turning … Read more >>