Effective garden maintenance tips include plant selection, pest control, proper mulching, consistent watering, planning, and mulching to name a few. Taking care of your garden can be challenging as you need to monitor various factors to maintain its health. As a new homeowner, I initially found the idea of gardening and yard maintenance overwhelming and … Read More
Is your neighbor’s ivy invading your yard? There are 4 ways to stop ivy from coming into your yard. These approaches will help save your yard and sanity.
To keep Quail out of your garden, you must identify what attracts them and eliminate their access to it. Here are some practical ways to keep birds away from your garden. Firstly, you could install a statue that resembles a predator to scare them off. Secondly, you could cover your garden with netting to prevent … Read More
Looking to eliminate grass from mulch? There are physical and chemical treatments available that can create practical barriers or use herbicides around your plants. Mulch is a material used as a soil covering. It helps to keep the soil cool, suppress weed growth, and retain moisture. Mulch also adds to the beauty of your home … Read More
There are humane ways to keep cats away from your yard. Planting certain plants, using natural sprays, setting up simple barriers, and even utilizing some higher-tech options can all deter stray cats. Many people have a preference for either cats or dogs, while others enjoy both. People who have a strong affection for dogs tend … Read More
Using bleach to kill weeds is possible if you do it in a controlled way. However, it’s a practice that isn’t recommended. It can affect the soil, as well pose health risks to both animals and humans.
You can use bleach to kill bushes and small plants. However, experts in horticulture and gardening advise against using it due to its harmful impact on the environment and people’s safety. Adding some beautiful bushes can enhance the beauty of a garden or street. However, if you consider these plants as unwanted weeds in your … Read More
The best mulch for fig trees is organic mulch. There are different types of organic mulch and they can provide the right moisture and nutrients to help fig trees grow. The following types of organic mulch will work best: bark, pine needles, straw, and hay.
Flies are detritivores, meaning that they feed upon the decomposing matter. Therefore, to keep your outside area free from flies, the most effective way is to limit the amount of decomposing matter in your garden including animal feces. There are also many varieties of fly repellents and traps that can be applied; however, one must … Read More
So you’ve got your pool set up in your back yard and it’s time for the summer fun to begin. Friends and family all can rejoice now that you’ve opened your pool for the season and the parties begin in full. If you’re sticking with the trends of an in-ground pool or you own an … Read More