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…
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Help! Deal with Slugs on My Tomato Plants Without Getting Grossed Out?
I recently discovered slugs on my tomato plants, which totally freaks me out! I found one chilling on a tomato late at night, and it made me realize…
Should I Bring My Green Tomatoes Inside or Wait?
I've got three big tomato plants loaded with large green tomatoes, but they're refusing to turn red. With my daughter being born in May, I got a late…
What's the Best Way to Dispose of Leylandii After Removal?
I'm planning to remove about 12 Leylandii trees that are roughly 10 feet tall and 5 feet wide. Since I've got a big garden space, I can stack…
How to Seed a Lawn Without Feeding the Birds?
I've got a question about seeding my lawn, and yes, I know it seems like everyone talks about this! I'm trying to figure out how to seed large…
What Happens If I Trim the Top of My Tomato Plant?
I'm growing a tomato plant indoors, and the seed packet mentioned it would max out at 120 cm, but mine has surpassed that and is almost hitting the…
What's the Best Water for House Plants?
I've got a bunch of different house plants and I'm curious about the best type of water to use. I'd really love to hear from people who have…
How Can I Stop Neighbors' Cats from Destroying My Garden?
I'm really struggling with my neighbor's cats that keep digging up and using my garden as a litter box. This has been going on for a couple of…
What's the Best Way to Care for String of Pearls?
I'm looking for some tips on how to properly take care of my String of Pearls plant. I've heard they need a lot of light, but I'm not…
How Can I Protect My School Garden from Deer?
I'm dealing with a significant deer problem in my school garden each year. I've tried a 7-foot high fence with deer netting, but the deer easily get past…
How to Plant Strawberry Runners Without Losing Fruit?
I've got a strawberry plant in a hanging basket that's still producing a lot of delicious fruit, but it also has plenty of spent runners that I want…
What Plants Thrive Surprisingly Well in Shade?
I'm curious to know what plants you all have seen flourish in shady areas, especially when they're usually recommended for full or partial sun. For example, I've managed…
How Long Do I Let Powdered Eggshells Sit in Vinegar to Make Calcium Acetate?
I'm currently dealing with some blossom end rot on my beefsteak and tomato plants, and I've adjusted the watering but it's still an issue. I'm considering making calcium…
How Many Pole Bean Plants Should I Grow?
I received 2 pole bean vines from a friend, and although I'm getting some pods, it's not nearly enough for a side dish – just about 2 pods…
Is Putting Carpet in the Garden a Good Idea?
I'm dealing with a huge garden that I inherited, and my mother-in-law is keen on laying down carpet under everything to keep the weeds at bay. While I…
Plants I'll Never Grow Again: What About You?
I've been having a rough time with a few plants in my garden and I'm wondering if anyone else has had similar experiences. First off, spearmint is a…
Is Westland TopSoil Worth It for My Tortoise?
I'm considering using Westland TopSoil for my tortoise and I'm curious about its quality. Does anyone have experience with this product? Specifically, do the bags contain any debris…
Can I Move My Gladiolus Bulbs to a Sunny Spot?
My grandma planted some gladiolus bulbs two years ago, but they haven't produced any flowers yet! They seem healthy, growing only a couple of leaves each growing season.…
Advice Needed for Digging and Planting a Perennial Cottage Garden Bed
I'm starting a new business and my second client wants me to dig over a new bed for a perennial cottage garden. This is my favorite gardening style,…
Is it appropriate to ask my neighbor to help address invasive tree of heaven saplings in their yard?
I've noticed that my neighbor has a tree of heaven in their yard and because of that, saplings are starting to pop up next to my garden, which…