Weeds are an inevitable part of gardening; they are what keep us gardeners ever vigilant in our duties. There are many products available to get rid of weeds, RoundUp being the most popular. However, I find the smell of these toxic herbicides extremely offensive and I’ve learned to trust my nose over the years. So, [...]
Are you finding drooping plants and half-eaten leaves in your carefully tended garden? Sooner or later, every gardener will encounter evidence that undesirable garden pests have arrived. Left unchecked, these creatures have the potential to ruin our gardens. Going green means we try to use the most natural ways possible of dealing with the challenges [...]
The vernal equinox has arrived–one of two magical moments in time each year observed by the ancients, a time when both night and day are of the same exact length. It’s spring! It’s a time of birth and renewal. A time for throwing off the heavy scarves and coats to frolic among the budding trees [...]