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No-Cost Solutions To Growing More In Your Garden

Rich Hamilton

Are you looking for bigger, better results in the garden at no extra cost and without the help of man-made fertilizers? Here are some tips that can make a difference. The best part? They’re easy and free to execute in any outdoor garden space. Homemade Compost Soil and microbes need food, and the better the…

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How To Properly Store Your Saved Seeds

In the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic, you may have tried to purchase seeds for your garden and found them more challenging to find than ever before. As I discussed in a previous post, the good news is that there is still a healthy supply of seeds. And, with a few tips and tricks, you’ll…
September 11, 2020
Jesse Singer

What Is Soilless Potting Mix And How To Use It

The term “soilless mix” is thrown around a lot in the gardening world, assuming that we all know what it means. But what if you don’t? Well, give me a few minutes of your time, and that will no longer be the case. And next time you’re at a party and someone says “soilless mix”…
August 28, 2020
Jesse Singer

5 Garden Myths Busted

Human beings love myths, words of wisdom that we believe, but no one knows if they’re true. There are so many “myths” out there that the Discovery Channel made a show out of testing them for 14 seasons! I’m not sure if the Mythbusters ever covered any of these, but here are five gardening myths…
August 14, 2020
Jesse Singer

Orchid Care: Top 5 Ways To Keep Them Happy

With over 880 different types and over 22,000 species, orchids are among the most diverse flowering plant families. However, there are only several dozen hybrid species widely produced and available at local nurseries and florists.  Orchids, including Moth orchids, Dendrobium orchids, Paphiopedilum orchids, Oncidium orchids, Vanda orchids, and Cambria hybrid orchids are all easy to…
August 12, 2020
Rich Hamilton

A 101 Guide To Repotting Houseplants

Houseplants require occasional repotting to keep them healthy. Here’s a quick crash course on how to do it efficiently so that your plant goes on to flourish.  When To Repot Can you see exposed roots at the top or bottom of the pot? That’s a good sign it’s time to upgrade the plant’s home. Wilting…
July 22, 2020
Rich Hamilton