Gardening Tips & Information
There are many types of gardens, vast numbers of plants, and an unrelenting list of gardening terms that may be unfamiliar to the average person. With so much garden design info out there, how on earth does one begin to weed it all out? Well, for starters you can begin your search here. We provide gardening tips and information that is easy to understand. From various types of gardens to explanations about gardening terms and how tos, you are certain to find what you’re looking for. If not, let us know and we’ll be happy to add it.
Gardening Tips & Information
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Learn About Flower Viewing Or Hanami In Japan
What is hanami? Click here to find out all about the history of flower viewing and the hanami meaning in Japan.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Calculating Plants Per Square Foot: Number Of Plants Per Square Foot Guide
The concept of square foot gardening is nothing new. But how many plants per square foot do you need? This article can help with that. Click here to get started with square foot gardening.
By Anne Baley
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Measuring Soil Moisture – What Is Time Domain Reflectometry
One of the key components to growing healthy, abundant crops is properly managing and measuring soil moisture content in fields. By using time domain reflectometry tools, farmers are able to precisely measure water content within their soil. Learn more in this article.
By Tonya Barnett
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Chartreuse Plants For A Gorgeous Lime Green Garden
Click here to read how lime green and chartreuse colors in the garden set off the darker colors and add sunshine.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Illegal Plant Trade Info – How Does Poaching Affect Plants
When it comes to the word “poaching,” most people immediately think of the illegal taking of large, endangered animals. But what if I told you that poaching extends far beyond endangered wildlife? Plant poaching is real too. Learn more about it here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Gardening Questions And Answers – Our Top 2020 Gardening Topics
What answers did you long for this year? Journey with us as Gardening Know How takes a look back at the best of 2020.
By Nikki Tilley
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Winter Solstice Gardening: How Gardeners Spend The First Day Of Winter
Winter solstice is the first day of winter and the shortest day of the year. If you are hoping to celebrate winter in the garden, click here.
By Teo Spengler
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Common Plants Found On Sand Dunes
What are some plants for growing on sand dunes? Click here to find out.
By Teo Spengler
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When Do Plants Wake Up – Learn About Plant Dormancy In The Garden
When do plants wake up in spring? There is no exact answer to that question because it depends on too many variables, such as which plant it is, what zone you live in and precise details of the weather your area has been experiencing. Learn more here.
By Darcy Larum
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Create An All Pink Garden Inspired By The Barbiecore Trend
Whether or not you played with Barbie dolls, Barbiecore is a thing. Grow a bright pink Barbie garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Pinching Back: Tips For Pinching A Plant
What does it mean when you are pinching plants? Why do you pinch plants? You may also be wondering how to pinch a plant. Learn more about pinching back plants in this article.
By Heather Rhoades
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Copper In The Garden: Tips On Using Copper In Gardening
Most serious gardeners know what copper compounds can do for plants as a fungicide and bactericide but how about using copper for slug control? Using copper-based pesticides provides a safe, non-toxic way to control soft-bodied, slimy pests. Click here for more info.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Make A Love Potion From Plants In The Garden
How do you make a love potion from plants in the garden? Click here to find out.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Late Winter Gardening Tips: End Of Winter Garden Maintenance
Late winter is the time to start looking forward to spring and all its promise. End of winter garden maintenance can help give you a jump start on the growing season. Learn more in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Learn About Plant Bracts: What Is A Bract On A Plant
Plants are simple, right? If it's green it's a leaf, and if it's not green it's a flower? Right? Not really. There's another part of the plant, somewhere between a leaf and a flower, which you don't hear too much about. It's called a bract. Learn more here.
By Liz Baessler
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What Is Full Sun And Tips For Full Sun Landscaping
The study of sun patterns in the garden is an important part of your garden planning, especially when it comes to full sun landscaping. Learn more about full sun in this article.
By Nikki Tilley
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Types Of Shade: What Is Partial Shade
When you look at a plant label or seed packet and it says to locate plants in partial shade, what does that mean exactly? What is partial shade? This article will help answer that.
By Nikki Tilley