QUESTION: Can you put bread in compost? My friend says it will attract rats and that I shouldn't do it. -- Elliot S ANSWER: Gardeners and experienced composters have varying opinions on whether or not to compost stale bread. Some believe that adding bread to compost can … [Read more...]
How to Grow Pampas Grass
Pampas grass is native to South America — growing in the wetlands of Southern Brazil and Argentina — and typically thrives in damp soils. Here in the US, it grows in USDA zones 8–12. Pampas grass can also survive in zones 6 and 7, but it struggles in colder … [Read more...]
How often do you water a live Christmas tree?
QUESTION: How often do you water a live Christmas tree? Should I mist my Christmas tree? -- Angela R … [Read more...]
6 Most Common Weeds and How to Deal with Them
While one gardener's weed is another's pretty green thing, most everyone will agree that uninvited plants simply get in the way of what we want to grow. Here are profiles of six of the most common annoying weeds to help you identify and get rid of them. … [Read more...]
How to Fight Lace Bugs
By Erin Marissa Russell and Matt Gibson Lace bugs are frequent visitors to the modern garden, and you’ll find them feeding on all kinds of trees, shrubs, and herb plants. Despite how common these pesky insects are and the fact that they consume the plants we humans cultivate … [Read more...]
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