I have written before about how I make leaf mold in my garden. But today, I thought it would be useful to share how I use the leaf mold that I make since I have been asked about this a few times ...
Before buying a Fiddle Leaf Fig, ask yourself 'where should I place my Fiddle Leaf Fig plant in my home'. This is important to do before you bring your plant home because, as you'll quickly discover ...
There will come a day when your gardening labor, time, money and emotional attachment will be a blow to your ego. I can already hear you guys muttering “Those days have already come,” or “Nope, I’ve ...
Plenty of houseplants are easy to grow, even if you're just starting out on your journey as a plant parent. Low-maintenance varieties like spider plants, pothos, ZZ plant, and aloe vera can withstand ...
Haley Mast is a freelance writer, fact-checker, and small organic farmer in the Columbia River Gorge. She enjoys gardening, reporting on environmental topics, and spending her time outside ...
There are a lot of leaves outside my window, and I’m guessing your view might be similar. This carpet of dead foliage is often viewed as a nuisance, but it can be an important component in the garden.
Leaf mold! Ick. Just the sound of "leaf mold" makes germaphobes grimace. But when the process of making it is done right, leaf mold can be gold in the garden. Another term for leaf mold would be ...
A picture of leaves with leaf spot disease. - Boyloso/Shutterstock Have you noticed discolored spots or lesions on the leaves of your plants? This could be leaf spot disease, and it's wreaking havoc ...
Some in Southwest Ohio have been gifted with rain while others are still quite dry. My colleagues in the Hamilton County area are begging for even the smallest amount. Last week, while driving to the ...