Outdoor Gardening
Flower beds, lawns, landscape design, and everything that grows outside.
How do I ensure airflow for my plants under cloches?
Hey fellow gardeners! I’m quite enthusiastic about my new flower projects but I’ve hit a snag when it comes to using cloches. 🌼 I want to protect my p...
How can I reduce chemical fertilizer dependency while maintaining lawn health?
As a long-time advocate for biodiversity and sustainable practices, I'm eager to minimize my reliance on chemical fertilizers for my lawn while still ...
Best organic fertilizers to consider for my Japanese garden plants?
Being a long-time bonsai enthusiast, I have also ventured into nurturing a small traditional Japanese garden filled with various seasonal plants. I'm ...
How can I maximize my greenhouse space for community gardening?
I'm really excited about my backyard greenhouse, but I'm finding it a bit tricky to optimize the space for my community gardening projects! My garden ...
How do I effectively plan my xeriscaping layout for optimal plant health?
Hey everyone! I'm excited to start a xeriscaping project in my backyard, aiming to maximize plant health and water efficiency. I’ve been mapping out m...
What’s the best way to improve soil health for fall planting?
I've been focusing on my soil health in the past few months, especially as I prepare for my fall garden. I live in the Canadian countryside, and my so...
How can I tell if my daffodil bulbs are healthy before planting?
I'm getting ready to plant some daffodil bulbs in my small Milanese balcony garden this fall, and I want to make sure I've got the healthiest ones! I'...
What's the best way to fertilize my dwarf fruit trees?
I’ve recently added a couple of dwarf fruit trees to my garden, and I'm really eager to get them the nutrients they need. 🌱 However, since I'm still l...
How can I assess the effectiveness of my bee hotel in attracting local species?
With my bee hotel all set up on my balcony, I've been keen to monitor its activity. However, I’m unsure how to accurately assess whether it's effectiv...
What lighting options are best for a small grow tower in my sunlight-limited garden?
Hey fellow gardeners! So, I'm loving my grow tower, but my garden gets limited sunlight due to some tall buildings nearby. I've been using a few small...
Can I save daffodil bulbs for next year?
As a seed saver and someone dedicated to sustainable gardening, I'm intrigued by the potential of saving daffodil bulbs after their bloom season. My g...
What techniques work best for saving dahlia seeds?
As someone who's passionate about heirloom varieties, I'm very interested in saving seeds from my dahlias this year. I've experimented with seed savin...
What design features enhance the functionality of a bee hotel in urban environments?
I'm currently exploring the integration of a bee hotel into my hydroponic setup on my apartment balcony in Tokyo. Given the limited space and urban co...
What are some eco-friendly pest control methods for rooftop gardens?
I'm currently facing a pest issue in my rooftop garden here in Beirut. Despite my best efforts to grow my veggies organically, I've noticed aphids sta...
How can I ensure my bee hotel is beneficial for herb pollination?
I'm really passionate about maximizing my herb harvest, and I've been reading how beneficial bees can be for pollination. I have a bee hotel set up, b...
How can I incorporate native plants into my xeriscaping design?
I'm really excited about the idea of xeriscaping my garden, especially since I focus on native plants and sustainable landscaping! My garden is based ...
How can I use vertical space effectively in my rooftop garden design?
As an artist, I'm always looking for innovative ways to express myself through my garden design! I have a small rooftop space, and while I've added so...
What are the best eco-friendly practices for maintaining soil health in containers?
I know that keeping soil healthy is crucial for my balcony garden, but I’m a bit overwhelmed with all the options! I’ve mostly been using pre-mixed po...
Can I mix edible plants with xeriscaping techniques?
I love the idea of xeriscaping but I’m wondering how it fits with my passion for growing vegetables! I’ve had success with organic gardening but I’ve ...
How do I design my pond area with plants for aesthetics and function?
I'm in the process of planning the layout for my new backyard pond, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with how to make it both beautiful and functiona...