Thinking about building a koi pond in your backyard? It’s a beautiful and rewarding project you’ll love. But before putting […]
Author: Sinziana Spiridon
Sinziana Spiridon is an outdoorsy writer with a soft spot for organic gardening and over four years' experience covering lawn care. When not writing about weeds, pests, soil, and plant care, she's tending to her veggie garden, her greenhouse tomatoes, and the lovely turf strip in her front yard.
How Often to Water Grass Seed
Water grass seed twice to four times daily until sprouting in 5 to 10-minute sessions. Adjust to match soil type, weather, and shade. Learn how from our guide.
Digging In: 11 Steps to Start a Vegetable Garden
Welcome to the wonderful world of gardening! Starting your first vegetable garden can be an exciting and rewarding experience. It’s […]
How to Water a Vegetable Garden From Seedling to Harvest
Start by watering seeds daily to support germination. After they germinate, water new seedlings every other day to help them […]
15 Inspiring Ideas for Your Backyard Vegetable Garden
Loving fresh veggies and dreaming of a homestead garden to grow your own food in the backyard? We’re happy to […]
How to Weed and Feed Your Lawn
To weed and feed your lawn correctly, apply weed and feed only on actively growing turf when weeds start to pop up. Use a spreader, avoid areas with flowering plants and ornamental shrubs, and don’t water or mow for 1 to 2 days.
Common Lawn Diseases and How to Identify Them
Discover the 20 most common lawn diseases, including dollar spot, brown patch, and snow mold, and how to identify them.
Corn Gluten Meal: All Natural Weed and Feed?
More and more gardeners and lawn owners strive to replace synthetic herbicides and fertilizers with natural alternatives to protect beneficial […]
How to Build a Small Backyard Pond
When you build a small backyard pond, you change your garden forever. The calming sound of water flowing is there […]
16 Best Plants for Your Koi Pond
Choosing the best plants for your koi pond is a beautiful but challenging task, especially when working with a small […]