#gardening-tips
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What is the role of essential oils in natural pest control?
I’m really curious about the potential of using essential oils in my organic garden, especially for pest control. My garden is located in a humid regi...
How can I diversify my calendula for better resilience to heat?
In the heart of Miami, my community garden often faces the challenges of intense heat and humidity. I’ve successfully grown calendula in the past, but...
What are the best strategies for preventing caterpillars on my cabbage?
Hi friends! 🥬 I’ve been growing cabbage in my garden, and I adore making stuffed cabbage rolls with my harvest! However, I’ve noticed some caterpillar...
How can I tell if my plants are overwatered or underwatered?
I’ve been getting into the rhythm of gardening and trying to understand my plants’ needs better. Living in rural New Zealand, I’m growing everything o...
Can a pruning saw help with thicker stems for my indoor plants?
So, I recently came across a pruning saw, and I'm wondering if it would help me out with some of my indoor plants that have thicker stems. My monstera...
What should I avoid while using my compost spreader?
Hi gardeners! I’m super pumped about using my compost spreader for the first time! I’ve been doing my research, but I’d love to hear from those with e...
How to Save Heirloom Pepper Seeds for Next Season?
I'm so excited about my first successful harvest of heirloom peppers! 🎉 Growing them has been such a fulfilling experience, especially since I've been...
Is it necessary to sterilize cactus mix soil before planting?
With my background in farming, I always believed in maintaining soil health, but I’m now venturing into growing cacti and I’ve heard a lot about the i...
How do I know when my chamomile is ready to harvest?
I'm really excited about my chamomile this year! I planted a few containers filled with seeds in my small suburban garden, and they've grown beautiful...
How do I set up a simple drip irrigation system for my veggies?
I'm living in rural New Zealand and really getting into organic gardening for my family's food supply. I've got a small patch where I'm growing tomato...
What are the best ways to transition to xeriscaping in an established garden?
I'm excited to transition my established garden into a xeriscaped oasis, but I’m a bit nervous about how best to go about it. I’ve spent years cultiva...
Can I mix different types of cacti in the same soil?
So I’ve got a couple of different types of cacti, and I'm really curious if I can plant them in the same cactus soil mix. 🤷♂️ I’ve read some things t...
How do I balance greens and browns in my compost tumbler?
I'm trying to get my compost tumbler going the right way! Living in Brazil, where it's warm and humid, I've been adding kitchen scraps like vegetable ...
How can I propagate my aloe vera to share with my community garden?
I'm really excited about my aloe vera plant! Growing up on a farm in Ghana, I learned the importance of sharing plants and knowledge with others. Now ...
How do I amend cactus mix soil for better drainage?
I've been experimenting with growing cacti in my backyard garden, and I recently switched to a cactus mix soil. I live in a region where we get a dece...
What's the best compost tea ratio for container plants?
Hey everyone! I’ve been experimenting with different plants in my indoor garden, and I want to try compost tea to see if it gives them a little extra ...
How do I manage humidity levels in my cold frame?
I'm really excited about using a cold frame in my small London garden! I've read that maintaining humidity is key to keeping my plants healthy, but I’...
How can I effectively ventilate my greenhouse in summer heat?
As I’m considering getting a greenhouse kit to bring some of that summer magic into my gardening routine, I can’t help but wonder about managing tempe...
When should I start thinking about repotting my bonsai tree?
Hello fellow gardening enthusiasts! I’m excited to dive into bonsai care, but I’m a bit unsure about the repotting process. I’ve heard that repotting ...
How can I tell when my compost is ready to use?
Hi fellow gardeners! I’m so stoked about my composting journey, but I’m a bit unsure about the end goal. I've been adding materials for a few months n...