Lina Mendez
A novice gardener hailing from Medellin, Lina recently discovered her passion during the pandemic. She loves experimenting with herbs and is eager to learn everything she can.
How do I prevent my dragon fruit from getting too leggy?
I've noticed that my dragon fruit plant is starting to look a bit leggy as it grows. 😟 I'm not sure if I'm not giving it enough support or if it needs...
What are the best beginner-friendly herbs I can grow outdoors?
Hey fellow gardeners! I'm super new to this whole gardening thing and I really love the idea of growing herbs. I’m in Medellin, where the climate is w...
How do I deal with pests in my backyard garden naturally?
Hi everyone! So I’ve been having a little trouble with pests in my garden. I’ve noticed some little bugs on my basil and it's a bit concerning. I want...
How can I create a cozy herb garden in my small backyard?
I'm really excited about my gardening journey! I live in Medellin, and even though my backyard is pretty tiny, I've been thinking about growing some h...
What pests can beneficial nematodes help control?
Hey everyone! I'm still figuring out pests in my garden, and I've recently started using beneficial nematodes. However, I’m a bit confused about which...
How often should I water my outdoor herbs in Medellin's climate?
Hi fellow gardeners! I’m in Medellin and my herb garden is starting to take off, which is super exciting! 🌱 However, I’m a bit confused about watering...
What’s the best way to create a pest identification chart for my herb garden?
I'm super excited about my herb garden in Medellin! 🌱 I've been growing basil, cilantro, and mint, but I've noticed some little bugs creeping in. I've...
Can beneficial nematodes help with root-knot nematodes in my herb garden?
I'm really excited about my little herb garden in Medellin! 🌱 I've been trying to grow basil, cilantro, and mint, but I've noticed some weird damage o...
Are there natural repellents that actually work for common herb pests?
Hey everyone! I'm really keen on keeping my herb garden pest-free without using harsh chemicals. I’ve read about natural repellents like garlic spray ...
How long do I need to wait to see results from nematodes?
Hi everyone! I recently introduced beneficial nematodes into my tiny herb garden, and I’m feeling pretty hopeful! 🌱 But I’m also wondering: how long d...
How do I apply beneficial nematodes in my small herb garden?
I'm super excited to start using beneficial nematodes in my little herb garden here in Medellin! I've noticed some pests munching on my basil and mint...
How do I know when to take action against pests in my garden?
Hey everyone! I'm so invested in my herb garden, and I want to make sure I'm managing pests properly. Sometimes, I see a few aphids or tiny caterpilla...
What are some good practices to prevent pests without using chemicals?
Hi fellow gardeners! 🌼 As a novice, I'm super motivated to grow my herbs organically and avoid chemicals. I've been reading about Integrated Pest Mana...
What type of nematodes should I use for my pesky aphid problem?
Hey everyone! I've been having a tough time with aphids on my herbs, especially the cilantro and parsley. 😩 I heard that beneficial nematodes can help...