Archive for March, 2006

Preventing disease in the garden

Wednesday, March 8th, 2006

Preventing disease is an important consideration for any gardener, from the master gardener to the newcomer planting his or her first patch of ground. Disease and its prevention, unfortunately, is one thing that every gardener will have to grapple with eventually, so it pays to familiarize yourself with some of the diseases to which […]

Avoiding common problems with annuals

Wednesday, March 8th, 2006

Annuals are among the most beloved flowers for the home gardener. Annuals are available in virtually every color of the rainbow, and in a striking variety of sizes and shapes as well. Unlike many other types of plants, annuals provide a lengthy blooming cycle, making them a great way to enjoy color all […]

Tips for a great organic garden

Monday, March 6th, 2006

Organic gardening has really taken off in recent years, as more and more gardens abandon the chemical approach to gardening and approach the natural garden. Organic gardening does not have to be more time or labor intensive. As long as the basic groundwork is laved and the rules are followed, an organic garden can actually […]