Landscape Gardening Tools

Disclosure: CobraHead provided me with a Broadfork to test. This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through my links or use my code, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Save 10%: Use code EXOTICGARDENING on CobraHead-branded tools at CobraHead.com If you’ve ever battled compacted soil or tired garden beds, …

As anyone who owns a greenhouse, cold frame, or tunnel house knows, the desire for just one more greenhouse and a little more growing space is almost universal. The more we grow, the more we realize the endless possibilities that come with having dedicated areas to nurture seeds and plants. It’s not just about having …

Not everyone is fortunate enough to live in a climate where greenhouses and season extenders are unnecessary because food can be grown and harvested year-round. In northern regions, winter’s chill often brings planting and harvesting to a halt. However, a family’s need for fresh, nutritious food doesn’t pause just because the garden is covered in …

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. I did receive some of the items mentioned for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. If you're looking for spring gardening ideas, look no further. Spring is here again and many of us are turning our thoughts to home improvements. Regardeless of whether …

If you have an unheated greenhouse, you might wonder what cool greenhouse uses you can come up with to utilize it during the winter season. Many perennials and cool season vegetables can be started from seed sown in an unheated greenhouse or cold frame, then be transplanted in the open garden once weather permits. An …

Disclaimer: I did receive one item in this article for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. When it comes to choosing the right garden tools and accessories it can be hard to know what's the best. Gardeners love the tools, accessories and other new items that help make gardening …

Preparing a greenhouse for winter can seem like an impossible task, especially if you wait until the last minute. However, with a little early preparation, you can easily glide into winter without any major hurdles.

When it comes to February garden chores, some are small and others are huge, like tapping maple trees. February is a good month to purchase any last minute seeds for the garden, clean used flowerpots and buy seed starting supplies such as seed starting potting mix, peat pots, flower tags and organic fertilizers. This is …

I admit it - the gardening bug is biting me a bit early this year, so I pulled out this Burpee Eco-Friendly Greenhouse Kit I bought on clearance sale last year. Now mind you, not if I was winter seed sowing  because that date began on December 21. However, I was so busy preparing for …

I remember getting my first large greenhouse years ago when I was a new gardener and wondering how to utilize an unheated greenhouse. At the time I didn't think much about heat. It was a Valentine's Day present and I was anxious to get it put up so I could start using it. Once it …

Disclaimer: I did receive the grow lights talked about in this post for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Greenhouses are a sanctuary where people and plants spend time, so knowing what to look for when choosing greenhouse lighting is important. If you are in …

One of the biggest compost advantages is it is an environmentally friendly way to improve soil structure that can be done without spending any money! Save money, save the environment and grow a better garden by improving your soil with the precious resource known as black gold! There are many advantages to composting. One, you …

These five gardening tips are sure to save you money in both this, and future gardening seasons. There are also links to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. Plan Your Vegetable Garden Plan your vegetable garden according to …

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. There are links below to companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. These days, many people are realizing that attaining the best tools for gardening will help them keep their gardens in exemplary condition. If you're ready …

  With spring in full swing, homeowners and apartment dwellers are throwing open their doors and readying their spaces for outdoor enjoyment. Chief among their activities this May is planting containers, pottery and window boxes with luscious flowers and foliage to adorn their patios, porches and home. Giving these beauties a solid foundation with the …

Disclaimer: I received one or more items mentioned in this video for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com is joined by Jeffrey Rhoades to talk about the Garden Products Direct Premium Goatskin Rose Gloves she received for review. …

  Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. I love the #plantabottle - and don't know how I ever lived without it! I can't begin to tell you how many plants I have killed because I did not …

  Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. I love the Ramini Brands #GerminationTray 3 Seeder Pots and here is why. I have been planting from seed since 1998 and over the years have used a lot of …

  Disclaimer: I received the biodegradable #peatpots for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. I'm a huge fan of #peatpots but these Ramini Brands Plant Gsermination Pots have made me an even bigger fan of them and here is why. First off I …

  Disclaimer: I received this product for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. I had been wanted to try an LED Grow Light for some time - but after Jerry passed away and my greenhouse was destroyed with hail, I felt so depressed …

As a gardener I wonder how many fellow gardeners are watching the CNN Special Planet In Peril, http://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2007/planet.in.peril/. Most gardeners, especially those that like to push climate zones can without question state that there are climate changes going on. For example, here in Indiana, which has been moved from a zone 5 to a zone …

Repairing a neglected landscape can be tricky. Deciding where to start first and then figuring out what you have to work with is the hard part. One of the easiest ways to begin is by clearing out all of the dead or diseased plant materials. Raking leaves, removing broken branches and picking up trash or …

  Soil testing is essential for gardening success, especially if you intend to grow plants such as blueberries, rhodendrons or azaleas, that prefer growing in acidic soil. Garden soil testing will tell you the exact pH of the soil in your garden.  Levels below seven indicate acidity, while levels above seven indicate alkalinity. A simple garden …

Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own.   As a gardener one problem I frequently run into is the ability to get light into the center of my plants. I grow a lot of tropical plants. Since I …

  Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. I've wanted to try LED grow lights for years - and had just trailed one right before the one from #growhobby. LED grow lights are different - and some of …

Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. Haus & Garten Titanium Pruning Shears Review My husband and I both were very impressed with these pruners. They cut really easily through some small sapling weed trees that pop up …

Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. You may be wondering what a kitchen compost bin review is doing on a gardening site, but if you think about it, it fits right in. Gardeners compost kitchen scraps - …

Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com is joined by Jeffrey Rhoades to talk about the Aurosports Soil Moisture Meter Muddler 4 in 1 she received for review. I love this 4 in …

Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com talks about and unboxes the Cherry Blossom Series GHB CB003 + GHB CB005 LED Grow Lights she received for review. These Cherry Blossom Series Grow Lights …

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  Great soils make great plants. It’s a secret known by professional and experienced gardeners for many, many years and is now being adopted by the average home gardener. Building soil in pots, mixed containers, garden beds and vegetable patches is well worth it and goes a long way in producing beautiful blooms and bountiful …

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  Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. The promise of spring is in the air: Warm breezes, greening leaves, bursting blooms—and the threat of a new onslaught of wasps, hornets and yellowjackets. Nothing can put a damper …