Are your new shrubs and trees taking a turn for the worse? They are probably suffering from transplant shock ... so read on and learn what to do about it.
Is your bonsai suffering? Whether it's not getting enough moisture or needs a new pot, we've got you covered.
Are aggressive weeds taking over your lawn? Here are some practical tips for a natural, thriving green space.
Do you want your hydrangea to produce tons of flowers? Find out why your bush isn’t blooming and what you can do about it.
Whether your shrub is in the wrong spot or still in the pot, we’ll explore when it's the best time to transplant your bushes.
Like many features of the garden, ponds have to be shut down for winter ... or do they? Let’s learn what to do with your aquatic plants during the cold months.
The internet abounds with DIY herbicide recipes using salt and vinegar. But are these concoctions effective? Or safe? Let’s find out …
In the wild, staghorn ferns cling to trees, rocks, and other natural sources. Follow this comprehensive guide on how to transplant these fascinating plants into a tree.
Are the seed pods on your Ruby Slippers Amur maple disappointingly pale? Here’s why this happens and what you can do about it.
A tree’s trunk is a pillar of strength and solidity, so it can be distressing when disease weakens the mighty structure. Let’s see what we can do about it.
Are the needles of your evergreen turning brown after an especially harsh winter? Here’s how to prevent and deal with winter burn.
Crabapple trees are a beautiful and delicious addition to your garden, and we have compiled 13 small varieties that will fit in any space.
Did you know you can plant several different bulbs in the same hole? Whether you are growing in the garden or container, here’s how to layer bulbs to make a “bulb lasagna”.
Some plants (such as marigolds and parsley) are meant to protect your garden from problematic critters. But what to do when these plants start getting eaten? Let’s find out …
Dracaenas are popular houseplants, and they are relatively low maintenance—so what happens when the leaves start turning yellow? Keep reading to find out.
If your shrubs or trees are dying one branch at a time, there are two likely culprits: verticillium wilt and Botryosphaeria canker. Let’s learn more…
Are your viburnum flowers turning brown prematurely? Let’s look at what causes viburnum blossom dieback and what to do about it.
Trouble can strike unexpectedly in the garden. If your cane fruits are turning black, keep reading to learn about common issues facing raspberries, blackberries, and loganberries.
Columnar cacti grow straight and tall … but they sometimes get a little carried away. Here’s how to cut back your cactus to keep it at a manageable height.
Is it getting late in the year, but you still want to grow a garden? Here are some easy-grow plants that love the heat to transform your landscape.
Weeds are a problem in every garden. But before you unroll the landscape fabric or reach for a bottle of chemicals, read about these natural and effective alternatives.
Catalpa trees produce huge leaves, flowers, and long beans … and then drop them all over your yard. Can you prune these mature trees to cut back on the mess? Let’s find out.
Rhubarb is considered a “problem-free” plant, but some insects will still devour these vegetables right out of your garden. Here’s how to identify and manage these rhubarb thieves.
Are the branches of your potted trees suddenly dying? Your young trees might suffer in pots for many reasons, and we’ll look at them all.
Maple trees are iconic for their beautiful red plumage. Unfortunately, many fungi can kill the leaves prematurely and affect the health of your maple tree. Here’s how to identify which fungal pathogen you have and how to help your tree.
Black spot is a serious issue with rose growers all over the world. Here’s how to naturally control this fungus without using chemicals.
Virginia creeper is an aggressive plant that will grow over almost everything, including trees. But will this vine harm your trees or other structures? Let’s find out.
Have you been waiting all winter for your roses to bloom, only to find the buds brown and dying? Here's what to do about this very frustrating issue.
Spanish bluebells are an invasive plant that can easily take over your garden (and the wild). Here’s how to get rid of these problematic plants.
Lilacs are beautiful and fragrant, but what to do if yours isn’t flowering? Here’s our ultimate care and pruning guide for better blooming.
We aren’t the only creature that likes roses. Aphids are one potential annoyance, and we’ll show you how to keep them off your roses and out of your flower garden.
You might be tempted to reach for a bottle of herbicide to deal with those nasty weeds under your trees. Before you do, let’s look at how chemicals can harm your trees.
Iris borers are one of the most dreaded insects to invade the flower garden. While they can quickly decimate your plants, follow these steps to ensure you win the war and save your irises.
If you pull a potato from the back of your pantry that’s covered in funny sprouts, don’t throw it away! Instead, plant it in your garden and get a whole new crop of potatoes.
Do you want to grow different fruits on the same tree? Whether you are just planting your Fruit Salad Tree or already have one established, here’s a complete guide to growing your entire orchard on a single tree.
Here is a complete planting guide to transplant your sago palm into the garden.
Olives, persimmons, apples, pears, and more all start from a beautiful blossom. But what happens when your trees fail to flower? Keep reading to find out.
If you have heavy clay soil, don’t worry. Here are some plants you can grow to have a beautiful garden.
When planting time comes, there are many amendments we can put with our tomatoes to help them grow. But which ones work and which don’t? Let’s find out!
Do you have a treasure trove of heirloom seeds you want to preserve? Let’s look at how freeze-drying and vacuum sealing are two great ways to ensure long-term viability.
Are some of the plants on your berm struggling? Let’s look at what might be happening and how to help them thrive.
If you have an old boat sitting around, why not turn it into a raised bed and upscale your garden? We’ll show you how!
If you want to turn your garden into a feng shui oasis, we’ll help you get started.
Let’s explore the difference between air and soil temperature to see how temperature affects your seeds and seedlings.
Growing trees from stem cuttings is exciting and incredibly easy. Let’s look at the ins and outs of propagating black poplars from cuttings.
Even if a Joy Perfume tree is out of your zone, you can still enjoy its wonderful aroma in a heated greenhouse with these tips.
The corpse flower gives off the stench of rotten flesh when it finally flowers after a decade of cultivation. Let’s learn how to care for this fascinating plant during its vital dormancy phase.
Are you wondering what to offer your children as snacks? Try these vegan ideas they will enjoy.
Should you plant in your unheated greenhouse in the fall or can you sow all winter long? And how early can you start planting in the spring? Keep reading to find out.
Night-blooming cereus are fascinating plants in many ways. If your cactus outgrows its pot, let’s see if it can be repotted and how to propagate it.
Are your houseplants growing crooked? Do you rotate your houseplants but wonder if it’s the right thing to do? Let’s take a look a why houseplants need rotating and how to do it.
Does your Venus flytrap need repotting? These delicate carnivorous plants do not like transplanting, so here’s how to make sure they pull through.
Is your mass cane on its last legs? Are small suckers peeking out of the soil? Let’s learn how to grow the suckers into a new plant.
Are your orchids blooming? If not, there might be several things getting in the way. Here’s how to help your orchid and get things flowering.
Are animals making holes in your trees? Maybe the holes are already there and new neighbours are moving in. Let’s take a look at the birds and mammals that are living and feeding in holes in your trees.
If weeds are taking over your beautiful rock garden or gravel bed, there are some effective ways to get rid of them—without harming your plants or the environment. Keep reading to learn natural ways to eliminate weeds in a rocky yard.
Hornworms are large and rather formidable looking, but these gentle giants are fascinating creatures (did you know the moths hover like a hummingbird?). Keep reading to learn more about this misunderstood garden “pest”.
There are many different types of ivy, and it is often difficult to tell one from another. While many of us think about common “English” ivy, let’s take a look at another common and equally beautiful cultivar.
If your lilac bushes are covered in a white powdery mold, you are likely dealing with powdery mildew. But is your lilac dying? Is there anything you can do? Keep reading for natural ways to deal with this fungus.
Some of the most beautiful flowers in our gardens grow from bulbs, but these tender plants often won’t survive the winter. Let’s learn how to store them so we can plant them out again when the weather is right.
As fall arrives, it is time to consider bringing houseplants indoors for the winter. But you want to make sure you leave all the bothersome insects outside where they belong. Here are some effective ways of debugging houseplants before you bring them inside.
If you are getting your houseplants ready for a dim winter indoors, then you might want to consider giving them some supplemental lighting. Here’s how to choose the best grow light for your plants (and understand all the confusing jargon that goes with it).
When wet weather arrives, fungal disease and other issues abound to threaten your beautiful peonies. If your peony plants are turning black and yucky-looking, keep reading to learn the cause and some simple tricks of what to do about it.
Crown of thorns are rather forgiving plants, but that doesn’t mean they are indestructible. If this prickly beauty is suffering, here’s what you can do to help.
Sago palms are beautiful trees that grow very slowly. Even so, what can you do if it is outgrowing the space you have it in? These trees are often heavily pruned, but keep reading to see if this is the best way to care for them or not.
Do you sing to your plants? It turns out you might be helping them grow if you do. Let’s look at what music does to plants and how you can use this to help your garden grow.
Winterberry is a popular shrub that is native to much of North America. But just how hardy is it? Keep reading to learn how to prepare your winterberry holly for the cold months ahead.
If the tips of your succulent houseplant are turning yellow, you are not alone. Keep reading to learn what causes tip burn and effective steps to prevent it.
A weeping Blue Atlas Cedar makes a striking addition to the garden when trained as a "serpent." If you have missed pruning for a few years and your tree is growing out of control, keep reading to learn how to train it back into shape.
It is sad to think of our beautiful coleus dying as winter approaches. As it turns out, fall is a great time to grow coleus from cuttings! Once the stems have rooted, they will grow nicely as a houseplant until they can be put out the following spring.
If your prayer plant won’t pray, don’t call the priest until you try these simple steps. Keep reading to understand why prayer plants don’t close at night and what you can do about it.
Many of the flowers we treasure in our gardens grow from corms and bulbs. When we dig them up in the fall, we sometimes find unusual growths that look straight out of a sci-fi movie. Keep reading to learn what these growths are and why they are a good thing.
When American bittersweet drops its berries in the fall, the seeds lay dormant throughout the cold winter. Let’s learn how to mimic winter by putting your seeds in the fridge for a successful spring planting.
If you are looking for a DIY fertilizer, you might be tempted to reach for common household ingredients like oats and yeast. But these two are not nearly as beneficial as other methods. Keep reading to learn why and what to use instead.
Canna lily is a glorious summertime flower, but you can enjoy its blooms all year long (even in cold climates) as a houseplant. Otherwise, bring in the “bulbs” to replant them next spring.
Are the buds on your maple tree turning black and dying? If so, you are not alone. Let’s delve into this issue and see what causes this and what you can do about it.
Is your tree blemished by black lines running down the trunk? It is probably oozing sap from a wound in the trunk. Let's learn what causes these gory wounds and what you can do about it.
If your squash, zucchini, pumpkins or cucumbers are being infected by moisture-loving fungi, keep reading to learn how to save your harvest before it's too late.
Is your lawn struggling to thrive? Is it full of weeds and unsightly bald patches? Learn how to naturally create a beautiful, thriving green space with these simple organic methods.
If holes are suddenly appearing in your kohlrabi’s leaves, then it is time to act quickly! Many different bugs will eat kohlrabi, so let’s look at how to deal with them naturally.
Catalpa trees are known for dropping their bean-like seed pods, but what are you to do with all the seedlings that pop up around your yard? Keep reading to learn how to successfully transplant a catalpa tree.
Regrowing lettuce from kitchen scraps is a great way to make the most of your produce, but sometimes it doesn’t go as planned. Read about a common problem and how to prevent it.
Learn how to successfully grow plants over a septic system and what plants to choose.
If you are picking your peas when they are small and flavourless or waiting until they are hard and starchy, let’s learn when to pick peas for the ultimate harvest.
Once spinach pops out of the ground, chances are it will be ready to harvest in a few short weeks. Keeping reading to learn how and when to pick spinach for a harvest that would make Popeye proud.
Do you want to grow short, stocky bean plants or towering vines? Do you want to preserve one large harvest or eat fresh beans all season long? Keep reading to learn all the differences between pole beans and bush beans and which is best for your garden.
If you are worried about causing damage to your delicate soil, then no-till gardening is for you! By using thick mulches, reducing tillage, and mimicking Mother Nature, you can quickly start a weed-free garden or improve an existing one with these awesome no-till gardening methods.
Are your zucchini flowers falling off the vine? Do you have lush, healthy plants but no fruits? Keeping reading to find what causes this troublesome condition and how to prevent it.
Whether you grow bush or vining varieties, keep reading to learn how to prune zucchini plants for healthier plants and a more productive garden.
Are you a lover of homegrown potatoes, but you're worried your growing season is too short? If you are having trouble getting the spuds in the ground early enough, keep reading for tips on when and how to grow potatoes in cold climates.
Are your cucumber plants wild and unruly? Are the sprawling vines overburdening your trellis and taking over your garden? Pruning your cucumbers can help manage excessive growth while making your plants healthier at the same time. Keep reading to learn how.
Eggshells don’t have to go to waste. This article describes how to effectively utilize your eggshells and turn them into a calcium-rich compost.
Do you want to put up a net to protect your precious garden but are worried the birds will become entangled in the mesh? Keep reading to learn how to choose a wildlife-friendly net that will keep your berries and the birds safe.
Are mobs of birds eating your berries? Do you need to protect other plants from aerial invaders? Try building this simple and effective teepee-style frame for bird netting.
Do you love your vegetable garden? Do you love birds just as much? The two are not mutually exclusive. Keep reading to learn why you should encourage birds to come to your vegetable garden by putting in a bird bath.
Is your horse foundering? Are you worried your pony will have to live in the barn and eat hay for the rest of its life? Don't worry! Here are eight tips to pasture your equines so they will heal and thrive on grass.
Did you know that potatoes can be determinate or indeterminate? Just like tomatoes or beans, this can make a big difference in how your potato plant grows. But does it affect the harvest of spuds?
Do you want to grow peas but are daunted by the task of building a trellis? Don’t worry, here are five simple methods for growing peas without a trellis.
Radishes are renowned as a spicy addition to salads, but there’s more to this vegetable than the peppery red root. Read to learn how growing radishes benefits your garden.
Fresh zucchini from the garden is a delicious part of summer, but they grow very fast and can quickly turn overripe. Learn when and how to harvest the perfect summer squash.
Nitrogen is an essential element for healthy soils and productive gardens. Keep reading to see how some plants put nitrogen into the soil as they grow, eliminating the need for artificial fertilizers.
Raking leaves off your lawn in the fall does not have to be a meaningless chore. After you have jumped in the pile, add the leaves to your compost bin, mulch them around your plants, or pile them in a heap to make soil-building leaf mould. Keeping reading to find out how to use leaves in your vegeta
Regrowing lettuce and other leafy greens from kitchen scraps is easy. Save the bottom of your veggies and learn how to regrow them for another meal.
Have you ever wondered what happens when you stick the top of a carrot back in the ground? Read to learn how to regrow scraps of root veggies into fresh, leafy greens.
Freshly harvested carrots are a delicious garden snack. How do you know when they are ready to harvest, and how do you store them? Keep reading to find out.
Do you want your own homegrown carrots but don’t know which variety to grow? Read on to learn about the different types of carrots and which is best suited for your garden.
Are your tomato plants laden with unripe fruits with a fall frost just around the corner? Let’s learn how to harvest green tomatoes and ripen them indoors.
Rhubarb is as easy to harvest as it is to grow. This perennial vegetable is a great addition to the home garden. Here are some tips to tell when it is ripe for the picking, and how to harvest it by hand.
Are the leaves of your zucchini plants turning yellow? This is usually a sign of a health crisis in the making. Learn what makes zucchini leaves turn yellow and how to rectify the problem naturally.
Pruning blackberries really helps them thrive. Here's how to prune blackberries to encourage the plant's natural growth and produce lots of delicious berries.
Pocket diapers are reusable cloth diapers that come in various colors, are easy to use, and can be eco-friendly. This article discusses the use, care, and benefits of pocket diapers in an easy-to-understand manner.
Winter can be a challenging time for you and your animals. Here are some ways we keep our animals safe and warm through the season.
This vegan-friendly, nutritious spaghetti sauce recipe complements any type of pasta. Make it gluten-free or oil-free to meet dietary needs without sacrificing flavor.
This pizza crust is vegan-friendly, oil free, and packed with extra nutrition from hemp hearts and nutritional yeast. Try this recipe for a guilt-free dinner, snack, or party food.
Manure comes in all shapes and sizes (and smells). Here are some tips on ethically and sustainably managing manure on the homestead.
Do you want to add raised beds to your garden, but are put off by the labour and cost involved? Let’s learn how to build easy, practical, and cheap raised garden beds from recycled pallets.
Brooding poultry chicks is a treat, and it is fun playing mother hen. Here are some dos and don'ts to keep your young chicks happy and healthy.
Calling all chocolate lovers! This fluffy, vegan-friendly nut-free cake is guaranteed to satisfy your chocolate craving with triple chocolate goodness.
Whether they are on the farm or in a city lot, trees are an important part of the ecosystem. Planting even a single tree can make a big difference.
Can Jose turn from his sordid past, and find redemption by doing what is right?
Growing grass: Let's take a step back to watch nature take its course, and see what happens.
Chickens are great animals. Here are some reasons why they are so loved.
Nothing keeps you snug on a cold day like a good sweater. But with the wool industry blemished by questionable practices, what should a vegan farmer do with his sheep's wool?
Better than a pet pig is a happy pet pig. Here is a list of things that most pigs love.
Chocolate sandwich cookies are popular for the simple reason that they are delicious. Use this vegan-friendly recipe to make this classic at home.
Everybody knows them, and everybody detests them: prickly thistles. Here are the good and the bad about these prickly weeds.
For a healthy protein-filled snack, make these tasty peanut butter chocolate chip energy bites. No baking required, and easy to make.
You want to make healthy vegan mac and cheese but don't know how? Here are some pointers to get you started, as well as great customizable options.
You don't need to wait until the fall to enjoy pumpkin muffins! Enjoy them any time of year.
Here are some ideas for fun indoor playtime with your toddler that will entertain you both for hours to come.
Chocolate chip cookies are an all-time favorite. Although traditional recipes make great cookies, you can give them a twist with plant-based cream cheese. Warning: These cookies are highly addictive, so be sure to make a lot!
Guinea pigs are fun and adorable pets. However, owning four male guineas can be a difficult task. Here are some tips to manage your boars.
This easy-to-make pancake recipe will come in handy on mornings when you want to eat pancakes but it has to go fast. Just mix the wet and dry ingredients together, put it in the oven, and you get a delicious pancake to start your day.
Seeds and tools are needed for gardening, but even things that are seen as inconvenient can help make your garden even more enjoyable to you.
Trying to understand God, but missing out on His teachings. This story describes a scholars conflict of the true meaning of faith.
I've always wanted a pet pig for years and finally got one! Here's what life is like with Ramses the American Mini Pig, complete with tips on how to care for one.
Butterflies deals with a young man named Judas, who is confronted with a decision between morality and duty in the ravages of a future war.