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…
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Do Sunflowers Self-Seeds for Next Year?
I've planted some sunflowers this year, and I'm really curious about how much effort I'll need to get them to come back next year. Are they typically self-seeding,…
What Should I Do About My Pumpkin That Was Picked Early?
I just discovered that someone picked one of my pumpkins early, and I'm really upset about it. This pumpkin was my biggest pride from this year's garden, and…
Is It Time to Give Up on My Garden Due to Drought?
Hey everyone! I'm feeling pretty overwhelmed with my garden lately. It's a large space, maybe half an acre, and keeping everything alive has been a real struggle. It…
Best Natural Solutions for Weeds and Pests in the Garden
I'm looking for effective and natural ways to treat my plants while keeping those pesky weeds away. Has anyone had any luck with the new corn gluten liquid…
How to Tackle Weeds and Nettles in My New Garden?
Hey everyone! ? I've just moved into a new house and it's pretty clear that the previous owners neglected the garden. I've managed to clear out some of…
Is It Safe to Use Chlorinated Hose Water for My Garden?
I've been using my backyard hose to water my garden—everything from tomatoes to flowers—but I'm worried about the chlorine in the water. I do leave some jugs out…
What's a Fair Rate to Pay Kids for Watering My Garden While I'm Away?
I'm planning a 5-day trip and need someone to water my front garden while I'm gone. I remember getting pocket money in the 90s, but I'm unsure what…
Why Aren't My Hydrangeas Blooming?
I've got three established hydrangea bushes, but one is only producing a few blooms and the other two aren't blooming at all! I haven't changed my care routine…
Can I Sell Mature Plants from My Yard?
I recently bought a house filled with beautiful mature plants, including rhododendrons and hydrangeas, but I'm finding the upkeep quite demanding. The previous owner was a retiree and…
How to Fertilize During Heavy Rain?
I've been struggling with my garden this spring due to unusually cold and wet weather. My plants, even the quick-growing cucumbers, aren't thriving as expected. After a break…
Why Are My Garden Plants Growing So Slowly?
Hey everyone! I'm a new gardener and super excited to have a garden now that I've moved into my first house. I've planted a variety of plants and…
Is a Greenhouse Suitable for a South/Southwest Facing Garden?
I've just started my own garden and I'm really excited about getting my first greenhouse. However, my garden faces South/Southwest, which means it gets a lot of direct…
How Can I Keep Neighborhood Cats from Pooping in My Garden?
I'm dealing with a bit of a situation here. Cats keep using my garden as their toilet, and I'm wondering if they'll ever stop on their own or…
Affordable Ways to Water My Garden While I'm Away for a Week?
I have three small vegetable plots in my front yard that are in the ground, and I need some advice on how to keep them watered while I'm…
Why Do People Use Rocks Instead of Soil for Plants?
I've noticed that many users here seem to prefer using just rocks as a planting medium instead of traditional soil. I often see recommendations for mixes that include…
Is My Weeding Strategy Effective?
Hey everyone! I'm tackling my first weeding project and could use some guidance on my plan. The area I'm working on hasn't been maintained in a while and…
Tips for Watering Your Garden While You're Away
I'm going to be away from my garden for five days, from Thursday to Tuesday, and nobody will be able to tend to it during that time. I'm…
When Can I Expect New Growth from My Astrantia?
I planted a bare root astrantia in February, but I still haven't seen any new growth. Can anyone tell me when the leaves typically start to appear? Is…
What could have caused my watermelon seedlings to get crushed?
I just transplanted my watermelon seedlings into the garden yesterday, marking their spots with a circle of rocks. But when I checked on them today, I found the…