Before you head to the nursery to pick out your blueberry bushes, learn which companion plants will give your berry patch the best boost. Blueberries thrive when paired with certain plants that provide protection and...
Ever notice those little off-white, green, or yellow caterpillars chomping away at your cucumber plants? Those are likely pickleworms, and they can do some serious damage if left unchecked. As an organic gardener, you...
Ever wondered if you could place other plants next to rosemary instead of having it sit there by itself in the garden? It turns out that rosemary is an herb that benefits from the company of certain plants, and vice...
Ever notice those large, silvery-gray tent-like webs in the forks and crotches of trees around your yard? No, it’s not spiders—it’s most likely Eastern tent caterpillars. These little critters can do a great...
We’ve all tossed out leftover veggie scraps, thinking they’re done for, but did you know many common foods can actually regrow from scraps? My kitchen has turned into an experimental garden of sorts as...
It turns out that many plants grow well in the same garden space as dill, as it’s said to help attract certain useful insects and repel various plant pests. However, this article is about which plants dill can...
Ever notice those strange, orange-brown patches of dead grass on your lawn in autumn and winter? Chances are you’ve got Fusarium patch disease. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. This pesky fungal...
Have you noticed those little needle-like red threads showing up on your lawn when wet? If so, you’ve probably got red thread lawn disease. Don’t worry, it’s common and treatable. There are natural...
Have you noticed yellow or brown patches appearing on your lawn recently? Don’t panic—it’s likely lawn fungus, and it’s a common problem for many homeowners. The good news is that there are several...
So you’ve spent weeks carefully tending to your garden, and now aphids and other sap-sucking pests are appearing on your plants. Before you think of spending on commercial products, try a homemade insecticidal...