Should Your Chive Seeds Get a Soak Before Planting?
As an avid gardener, I’ve had my fair share of learning curves. Chives, those hardy little herbs that grace my kitchen windowsill and backyard garden, hold a special place in my heart. They add a…
Juan D. Rivera started learning everything he could about plants, farming, livestock, and ecosystems at a young age. Since then, he’s earned a Master’s degree in wildlife biology (Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México) and a PhD in forestry (North Carolina State University), both with an emphasis on conservation farming and renewable technology. He has worked in planning crops for companies and workshops, as an educational consultant and writer.
Which Type of Plum is Sweeter: Red or Black? Let’s Find Out
When it comes to plums, most of us immediately think of that sweet, juicy fruit we can sink our teeth into on a hot summer day. But have you ever found yourself staring at a…
How to Remove a Tree Stump With Epsom Salt: Easy Instructions
Learning how to remove a tree stump with epsom salt couldn’t be easier, which also means you’ll no longer need any out-of-pocket expenses for overpriced removal companies that do the same job! Mix one gallon…
Should I Soak Clover Seeds Before Planting? The Surprising Benefits
When it comes to gardening, I’ve always believed that the little things make a big difference. Whether it’s how you water your plants, the time of day you tend to your garden, or even the…
Should I Soak Cosmos Seeds Before Planting? Find Out Now!
As a gardener, I’ve learned to appreciate the beauty of simplicity, and cosmos flowers embody that concept perfectly. With their feathery foliage and cheerful, daisy-like blooms, cosmos have a way of making any garden look…
Weeping Willow Bonsai Care: How to Keep It Thriving and Beautiful
I still remember the first time I laid eyes on a bonsai willow tree—delicate, draping branches swaying gently like a miniature forest in motion. The Salix repens, or creeping willow, immediately captured my imagination with…
Does Latex Really Grow on Trees? The Sticky Truth Revealed
I used to think latex was just a fancy word stamped on glove boxes or printed in fine print on mattress tags—something synthetic, sterile, and far removed from nature. But one rainy afternoon changed that….
Why Your Lawn Mower Only Starts with Starter Fluid (And How to Fix It)
When It’s time to work, but the machine does not respond, this is a big issue. Sometimes due to a long run or a long break lawn mower engine does not start, and it Won’t…
How to Permanently Kill Grass Without Killing Your Yard
If you are reading this article now, then you must be suffering from the unwanted grass on the lawn or in the garden. However, the grass increases the beauty in the lawn. But unwanted grass…