Tips for Starting a Mini Herb Garden with Girl Scouts
I'm leading a group of 4th and 5th grade girls in planting a mini herb garden as part of their Gardener badge. We're on a budget, so I'm…
DIY gardening
Building a PVC Garden Trellis: Corner Legs vs. Middle Legs?
I'm planning to make a PVC trellis for my garden but I'm a bit confused about the design. Most online guides suggest putting the support legs in the…
Where Should I Start with Raised Garden Beds?
Hey everyone! I'm a first-time gardener and really excited to start my journey with tomatoes and summer squash here in California. I'm wondering if I should buy a…
Looking for Pure Dirt Potting Soil Without All the Mulch?
I'm on the hunt for potting soil that's more like good old-fashioned dirt without a bunch of mulch or wood pieces mixed in. When I was younger, it…
M12 vs M18 Hackzall: Which is Better for Landscaping?
I'm looking for some advice on whether to go with the M12 or M18 Hackzall for my wife's landscaping business. She already has a collection of M12 Fuel…
Can I Make Grow Bags Out of Old Sheets or Burlap Rice Sacks?
Hey everyone! I'm new to container gardening and I'm hoping to get some advice. Since I live in an apartment and only have a small, paved patio for…
Soaking Seeds in Hot Water: Do I Need to Keep It Hot?
I recently got a plant kit where my kids and I can paint pots and grow flower seeds together. The instructions say to soak the seeds in hot…
Can One Person Successfully Plant 6' Green Giants Alone?
I've been working on clearing out 30 years of overgrowth on my property, and I'm ready to start planting! I'd like to line the boundary facing a busy…
Advice Needed for My IKEA Mini Poison Garden Project!
I'm really excited about a fun new project: transforming an IKEA SOCKER greenhouse into a mini poison garden! I want to explore the aesthetic and the history of…
Do I Need Drainage Holes for My Wooden Planter?
I recently got a wooden planter with a trellis that I'm putting together (quick side note: when they said "some assembly required," I didn't expect to be screwing…
Are Vego Raised Beds Worth the Cost?
I've got 16 raised beds made of wood like pine, pressure-treated wood, and cedar. Despite using cedar (which wasn't cheap), I'm fed up with constant repairs and replacements…
Can I use 2x4 boards to build a raised garden bed?
I've got a stack of 2x4x8 boards and I want to whip up some raised garden beds for my wife's garden. I'm curious if anyone has successfully used…