Planting Techniques & Tools
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Before you dig in that soil, first consider the variety you are planting and both the air and soil temperature.
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If you and your garden have entered the midsummer doldrums, here are a few techniques to perk you both up.
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Get the right garden tool for the job! We answer all your questions about garden tools.
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Discover 11 creative ways to utilize the boot tray in your garden! Keep your space organized and clutter-free π©βπΎπ’
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ππ± Grow your own delicious melons with our innovative grow melon bag! Easy setup and maintenance, perfect for any home gardener.
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We want to set you up for gardening success, whether you're growing a full flower garden or a simple pot of tomatoes on the patio.
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Learn the best companions for tomatoes, onions, beans, and more!
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Cold hardiness is not the only factor that determines whether a plant will survive in your garden or not. High temperatures can be just as damaging to plants as cold temperatures.
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The principles behind organic gardening are much simpler than you might think.
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Understanding horticultural terms such as hybrid and heirloom can help you choose just the right plants for your needs.
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Do you plant by the lunar calendar? "Moon gardeners" suggest that the moon's gravitational pull impacts soil moisture, pulling it toward the soil surface.
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You've planted your seed; now what?
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Help your plants survive periods of little to no rain with these tips.
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Keep your garden pest-free by gardening with chickens. ππ± Learn how to control bugs and weeds naturally!
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Barerooot plants are often less expensive and quicker to establish than container-grown plants. Learn how to plant bareroot shrubs and trees.
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In the three years since she and her videographer/husband Aaron started making Garden Answer advice videos, Laura has collected a social media following of more than 6 million people.
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Hardiness ratings are handy guidelines that can help you select perennials plants, trees and shrubs.
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Fill your garden with the types of flowers, vegetables, fruits, and herbs YOU love!
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Planting your seeds in warm soil ensures a good germination rate and successful garden.
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Confused about sizing for garden gloves? It's usually based on a hand measurement that is actually pretty simple.
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We offer many fantastic Corten Steel gardening tools and raised beds β in this video we give you the recipe for weathering your Corten Steel products quickly and safely.
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This year's seed holds next year's harvest!
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Looking for success with a new tree or shrub? It's all about planting depth.
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Protect your garden from cold, heat, insects, and wind β we've got you covered.
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Regularly seeding and rotating your crops will extend your growing season and make the most of a small garden space.
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Tips and tricks for gardeners growing in our warmest climates.
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Learn some basic plant terminology so you can shop for your next garden addition with confidence.
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Autumn provides a second β and sometimes better β opportunity to get trees, shrubs, and perennials in the ground.
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π± Keep your plants healthy even during a drought with these 10 easy tips. π§ Learn what to do and how to save your garden!
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New to gardening? Here's our list of essential tools every gardener should have in their collection.
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Wilting plants? Blackened foliage?
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When you garden in raised beds, itβs easy to keep every square foot in production from early spring right through summer, fall and early winter.
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Impatient for spring? We are too - in the meantime, here are some simple tasks to prepare for the growing season.
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There are plenty of plants out there that love the heat (looking at you tomatoes and zinnias), however our cool-weather crops may need a little help during high temps.
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Add MONTHS to your growing season with row covers, cold frames, pop-up plant covers, and greenhouses.
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Discover how Sorghum can thrive in the Revolution Planter π± and create a stunning pea trellis for your garden πΏπΌ.
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Building a new vegetable garden? It's all about location, location, location.