Michelle Weaver 
Do you have landscaping projects planned for this year? Many of us do, whether it’s due to acquiring a new house and yard, or simply ideas to spruce up an existing area. And for most … Read more
Summertime at last! For many of us, this is a favorite season, filled with barbecues and pool parties, and pleasant afternoons spent in the garden. After holing up indoors for so long during the inclement … Read more
Mulch has skyrocketed in popularity in the past 20 years, as more people than ever are drawn to the manicured appearance and multiple benefits mulching can provide. As well as neatening up residential yards, commercial … Read more
Spider mites are a common problem for plant lovers, whether it be indoors or outdoors. These tiny pests can get out of control if you’re not vigilant, as they reproduce at an astonishing rate. One … Read more
If there’s any one bug that can make most people shudder when it’s found crawling on their exposed skin, it’s a tick. And no wonder! These tiny creatures, who are technically arachnids, not insects, feed … Read more
You may have heard of using neem oil in your vegetable garden as an organic, safe pesticide that won’t harm birds or beneficial insects, if applied properly. But what about fruit trees? In this guide, … Read more
Even if you’re a cat lover, there’s one place you don’t want to see your furry friend, and that’s in your garden! Unfortunately, as you may have noticed, cats love to dig in garden mulch. … Read more
Neem oil is a safe, organic alternative to using traditional pesticides in controlling harmful insect infestations, and to combat fungal diseases in most plants, including flowering plants. Made from the neem tree, the active ingredient, … Read more
A common practice for homeowners is the addition of tree ring landscaping to their yards. Whether it be a perfect circle of mulch contained by metal or plastic edging, a store-bought mulch mat, or a … Read more
Growing a vegetable garden is such a rewarding activity, but sometimes the associated costs can seem prohibitive. If your wallet is looking thin after buying seedlings, soil, and other gardening supplies at your local home … Read more