Need Tips for Reviving My Bougainvillea
Hey there! I've been having a tough time with my bougainvillea on my balcony and I'm really not sure what's going wrong. It's in a pot, getting full…
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Is It Safe to Grow Garlic from Grocery Store Bulbs?
I'm a beginner when it comes to growing garlic and I've heard mixed opinions about using organic garlic from the grocery store. Some people say it's fine, while…
Why Do My Homegrown Spring Onions Get Slimy Inside?
I'm having a bit of a problem with my homegrown spring onions. While store-bought ones never seem slimy, the ones I grow in my garden always end up…
Why Are My Pumpkin Buds Dying?
I recently started my first garden with pumpkins, and while one is growing great, the other buds are dying as soon as they appear. We're based in middle…
Best Herbicide Methods for Controlling Vines in Flower Beds?
Hey everyone! I'm dealing with a pesky vine invasion in my flower beds. I've tried pulling them out multiple times, but they keep coming back, and managing them…
How Can I Mow My Wet, Overgrown Lawn?
I've been trying to mow my lawn for a month, but it's been damp and wet every day. It's massively overgrown now, and even underneath the grass is…
Help with My Arborvitae: Why Are My Needles Pale and Wilted?
I'm new to gardening and looking for some advice about my arborvitae plants. I have a raised bed where I planted three of them to create a privacy…
Can I Use a 1000W LED Floodlight as a Grow Light?
I've got a 1000W LED floodlight that was originally sold as an outdoor security light. I'm planning to use it as a grow light for about four months…
Is In-Ground Soil Good for My Vegetable Grow Bags?
Hey everyone! I'm new to gardening and growing my first veggies (French beans and zucchini) in 5-gallon soil bags. The ground soil where I live in North Central…
What to Do About Wildflowers Not Blooming After Year One?
I've had a garden full of wildflowers in the first year, but now in year two, I'm seeing no blooms at all. This has happened in a different…
Advice for Removing a Leylandii Hedge and Replacing it with Fencing
Hey everyone! I'm tackling a project in my garden where I want to remove a large Leylandii hedge and put up some nice post and rail fencing instead.…
How Much Marinara Sauce Can I Expect from My Tomatoes?
I'm super excited because my tomatoes have finally produced a good yield, and I'm ready to make some marinara sauce! Can anyone give me an idea of how…
Help! My Echeverias Lost Their Farina – What Should I Do?
I recently sanded a concrete wall in my room, and the dust covered everything—including my Echeverias! After cleaning the leaves, I learned about farina and how vital it…
How Do I Keep Foxes and Cats Out of My Garden?
I just moved into my first home and have been working hard on my garden. I've overseeded the lawns and planted two flower beds, but now I'm dealing…
Do I Need to Remove Old Soil When Adding Compost to My Garden?
I'm wondering whether I should take out the old soil in my garden when I add compost each year, or can I just keep stacking it on top?…
Is it safe to water my plants during a boil water notice?
I just received a boil water notice and I'm worried about my plants, especially my tomatoes. If the water isn't safe for me to drink, is it okay…
How do I move my plum tree without killing it?
I need to relocate my plum tree that's about 8 feet tall with a trunk diameter of 15cm. I planted it 3.5 years ago, but my allotment committee…
Why Aren't My Japanese Sweet Potatoes Growing?
Hey everyone! I harvested my Japanese sweet potatoes after 116 days, but instead of getting a nice haul of tubers, all I found were a bunch of vines…
Is It Normal for My Overwintering Garlic to Sprout?
I planted some Solent Wight garlic cloves about a week ago for overwintering, as I heard this was the best time. However, I've noticed that almost all of…
How Can I Turn Bad Soil Into Good Soil Without Spending Any Money?
I'm really eager to start gardening, but I'm on a tight budget and can't spend any money on soil or amendments. I want to know how I can…