General Growing Tips Archives

That soggy tea bag you’re about to toss? It’s actually helpful for your plants. I was surprised to learn that used tea bags contain nutrients that can help struggling plants

Spring is knocking at your door, but is your garden ready to answer? If you’re staring at empty beds wondering what to plant, I’ve got a secret weapon for you.

That humble box of baking soda sitting in your pantry? It’s secretly a gardening superhero in disguise. While you’ve been using it to bake cookies and scrub sinks, master gardeners

The secret most plant experts won’t tell you is that the game-changing solution for your struggling plants isn’t hiding in some expensive bottle at the garden center; it’s sitting right

I was shocked to discover that my struggling seeds weren’t lazy. They were just missing their winter nap! That’s right: many seeds actually NEED refrigeration before planting. This game-changing technique

That innocent container of baby powder hiding in your bathroom cabinet? It’s actually a secret garden superhero in disguise. Forget expensive specialty products. This $3 nursery staple might be the

September brings cooler weather and marks the start of fall gardening season. This guide outlines 12 key tasks to maintain a healthy garden and prepare for next year’s growing season.

That humble tea bag sitting in your cup right now? It’s actually a secret weapon for your garden that most people toss without a second thought. I was shocked to

Did you know that February is the secret to a thriving spring garden? While most people are sipping cocoa by the fire, savvy gardeners are prepping their plots. In the

February in the Southern U.S. is a transition month—winter is fading, but warm days mix with cold snaps. With mild temperatures and early signs of spring, now is the time

Think you’ve mastered the art of watering? Hold that thought! Learning one new, easy, game-changing trick can make you rethink everything you know. This isn’t just about keeping your plants

Gardening beautifully melds both art and science. Even the most seasoned gardeners continuously search for innovative tips to enhance their gardens. We have 15 top gardening hacks to help your

Advancements in drone technology have led to significant changes in conservation efforts. Drones can now plant over 40,000 seed pods in a single day, vastly outperforming traditional methods. This approach

Leaf scorch is a condition that is typically caused by unfavorable environmental conditions. This type of leaf scorch is not contagious, and no chemical or other product will effectively treat

Plant necrosis is the premature death of cells caused by injury or destruction of the plant’s tissues or cells caused by its own enzymes (autolysis).  You may also hear this

Yellowing leaves on plants can be a normal process. Older leaves naturally turn yellow and fall, replacing fresh, new growth. In the autumn, tree leaves naturally change colors and fall. 

So you know how to make a carved pumpkin for Halloween, it’s finally done and it’s a masterpiece! How can you stop your carved pumpkin from rotting? That’s the question!

Some people recommend using WD-40 in the garden because it can kill and repel pests and weeds. However, those who suggest this method instruct users to only spray around your

Water beads, also known as hydrogel beads, jelly beads, Orbeez, water retention crystals, water-absorbent polymer, and several other nicknames, are becoming quite the rage. These absorbent polymer crystals were originally

Plants are a lot like humans: they often have individual personalities and temperaments, can get sick, and some plants can even respond to sounds or touch. As a result, it’s

A while back, we shared a useful tip that a lot of gardeners don’t know about. This simple trick can help reduce transplant shock and produce some great results with

Have you ever found yourself at the end of the day with sap all over your clothes from working in the yard or garden. It always seems like my Philodendrons and

The excitement of spring starts weeks or months before the warm weather arrives. Spring anticipation begins with the planting of vegetable seeds for the garden and flower seeds for the

Most gardeners want organic natural fertilizer for plants, and there are lots of choices.  Worms are good for stirring up soil and keeping it aerated. But, using earthworm castings as

You may not have heard of etiolation before, but we would bet money you’ve encountered it at some point, especially with houseplants. Etiolation isn’t a disease, but a condition caused

Have you ever wondered how long you should keep the grow lights on your plants?  If so, you’re not alone. Here’s a question we received on just that topic. Question: