Although we are continually making advancements in plant physiology and plant nutrition techniques, many of the answers for a bountiful garden lie in our past agricultural...
Orchid care has come a long way from the old days. It has been refined and made easier. These plants can now be cultivated anywhere from greenhouses...
January and February are traditional months to start tomato plants in the Midwest. There is the thrill of a new garden season just over the hill...
Like a lot of people I am an orchid lover who lacks a greenhouse. I have tried different ways to grow orchids inside the house. There...
Before installation of a landscape project Dr. Carl Whitcomb recommends the following steps. Pre-Installation Step 1 Evaluate soil internal drainage with percolation test. Dig a hole...
I get a lot of phone calls and emails asking about polycarbonate including what it is and how to install or store it. There is so...
Do Not Use Garden Soil Most garden soil is rich with nutrients but it does not provide enough drainage and normally carries bacteria and weed seed....
Indoor horticulturists are continually looking for ways to make their gardens more efficient. During the winter months, some growers are taking advantage of the excess heat...
A gardener who owns a greenhouse has the capability of extending the growing season by a few months each year. There are even a select few...
As more people express concerns about food quality, many are turning to organic fruits and vegetables. The organic food market continues to rise in popularity among...
The correct pH is only important if you want healthy plants, otherwise you don’t need to worry about it. Plants can suffer from nutrient deficiencies, even...
If you are interested in starting a greenhouse or properly maintaining and understanding a greenhouse that has already been developed, it is essential that you acquire an understanding...
Many people don’t plan far enough advance when it comes to gardening and that’s why they find it so challenging. For instance, if you follow these...
Hydroponic greenhouses can produce larger yields than a traditional greenhouse but for maximum success the grower must understand what to grow and what not to grow....
Many varieties of grape plants are really easy to propagate and right now is a good time to try some as hardwood cuttings. The easiest thing...