Front Tine Vs Rear Tine Rototiller: What’s The Difference?
San Jose or Mantis? Choosing one of these rototillers is a bit challenging. Also, it can be more complex when you are not aware of the types of tillers according to the surface. Therefore,…
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.
Lemon Trees: Do They Prefer Sun or Shade? Find Out What They Really Need
If you’ve ever dreamt of cultivating your lemon grove, you’re probably picturing rows of lush trees, heavy with golden fruit and basking in the warm sunlight. But here’s the million-dollar question: do lemon trees really…
Acer Palmatum (Japanese Maple): Plant Care and Growing Guide
The Japanese Maple, otherwise known as the Acer Palmatum or Smooth Japanese Maple, Amoenum Goup, Palmatum Group, Matsumurae Group, Dissectum Group, Linearilobum Group (Acer palmatum), is a rather well-known shrub plant among gardening enthusiasts around…
What Is Poisonous to Ducks? 12 Things You Should Never Feed Them
I’ll be honest—when I first brought ducks into my backyard, I thought they were pretty low-maintenance. Toss them some cracked corn, maybe some lettuce scraps, let them waddle around the garden, and call it a…
How Long to Keep Horses Off Pasture After Spraying for Weeds
Introduction: Weeds, Horses, and the Balancing Act If you’re anything like me, caring for your horses’ pasture can sometimes feel like a high-wire act. On one hand, you want lush, green fields with enough healthy…
Anemone ‘Harmony Double Mix’: Plant Care and Growing Guide
The Harmony Double Mix Anemone, otherwise known as the Anemone ‘Harmony Double Mix’ or Poppy Anemone ‘Blue Poppy’, Spanish Marigold ‘Blue Poppy’, Windflower ‘Blue Poppy’, Crown Windflower ‘Blue Poppy’, Anemone coronaria De Caen, is a…
Can Duck Droppings Make You Sick? The Dirty Truth Behind the Mess
I didn’t expect to become an expert in duck poop, but here I am—mucking out the coop at sunrise, garden hose in one hand and questions in the other. The truth is, when you share…
From Wilting to Thriving: How to Revive Your Olive Tree Plant
Watching my olive tree go from lush and green to sad and wilting felt like watching a friend slowly fade. It was heartbreaking, especially since olive trees, with their twisted trunks and silvery leaves, usually…
How to Use a Broadcast Spreader Without Wasting Seed or Fertilizer
If you need to apply fertilizer, weed killer, or other herbicides on the ground, a standard broadcast spreader is crucial to you. You can’t even think of having an accurate distribution of fertilizer unless you…