Gardening

Blueberry bush during early recovery stage Blueberry bush during early recovery stage

Is your blueberry plant looking a little worse for wear? Are the leaves turning brown and falling off? Don’t panic just yet–there are ways to bring back a dead blueberry plant and get it thriving again. In this article, we’ll explore some tips and tricks for saving your dead or dying blueberry plant and getting…

Read More Reviving a Blueberry Plant That Looks Dead

A beautiful, pest-free indoor garden shelf with various healthy plants in decorative pots. A beautiful, pest-free indoor garden shelf with various healthy plants in decorative pots.

Gnats can be a nuisance, especially during the warmer months when they seem to appear out of nowhere. If you’re wondering how to make your own gnat spray without resorting to harsh chemicals, you’re in luck! Crafting a homemade gnat spray is not only simple but also environmentally friendly. To create your own effective gnat…

Read More DIY Gnat Spray for Indoor Plants (Natural & Effective)

A gardener smiling while tending to her African violet collection on a sunny plant stand. A gardener smiling while tending to her African violet collection on a sunny plant stand.

African Violets, like other houseplants, need a little tender loving care by giving them an occasional dose of fertilizer. You can buy African Violet liquid plant food, or you can also make your own easy DIY homemade African Violet fertilizer from common household items. This fertilizer is now one of my favorite homemade plant foods.…

Read More DIY African Violet Fertilizer for Non-Stop Blooms

Close up of a healthy, bushy strawberry plant with its runners removed, looking neat and organized in a garden row. Close up of a healthy, bushy strawberry plant with its runners removed, looking neat and organized in a garden row.

Are you looking to propagate your strawberry plants? One common method is to cut runners from the mother plant and replant them elsewhere in your garden. But when is the best time to do this? In this article, we’ll explore when to cut strawberry runners from the mother plant to ensure the best chance for…

Read More Boost Plant Health: Why and When to Cut Strawberry Runners

A heavy cluster of bright red cherry tomatoes hanging from a vine in a lush backyard garden. A heavy cluster of bright red cherry tomatoes hanging from a vine in a lush backyard garden.

You want big, healthy tomatoes without chemicals, and the right natural fertilizer makes that simple.  Compost, worm castings, fish emulsion, and homemade mixes like coffee grounds or eggshell tea give your plants the nutrients they need to grow strong and produce more fruit. This post walks you through the best natural options, how they work,…

Read More Easy Natural Fertilizers Every Tomato Gardener Needs