May To Do List For The Garden
May is a great month for gardening, as the weather starts to warm up and plants begin to bloom. It’s the perfect time to get out into the garden and start preparing for the summer months ahead. Here is a May checklist for gardening to help you get started.
April Garden Check List
As the weather starts to warm up and the snow begins to melt, it’s time to start thinking about the April work in your home vegetable garden. Spring is a crucial time in the garden as it sets the foundation for the rest of the growing season. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner, there are several tasks that should be on your to-do list in April to ensure a successful harvest later on.
Apartment DIY Gardening
No backyard? No problem! Here are some tips to you started gardening this year.
No Yard? Join a Community Garden!
Community Gardens are a simple solution for people without space! Usually, the community garden will provide a fenced area and access to water for the plots. To get you started here is a list of several around New Jersey. Have fun exploring and getting a garden started.
The Joy of Gardening
Inspire yourself to get back to gardening this season by reading “The Joy of Gardening” Article published by the Economist.
Fall Check List For the Garden
As the vibrant colors of autumn start to fade and the temperatures drop, it's time to prepare your garden for the cold months ahead. Fall garden clean-up is a crucial task that not only helps maintain the overall health of your garden but also ensures a smooth transition into the next growing season. In this article, we'll provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to perform a thorough fall garden clean-up.
Native Plants
Native plants are low maintenance, offer beautiful blooms, and are an excellent source of food for native species (especially caterpillars and butterflies). New Jersey has more than 2,000 native plants!
DIY rain garden
As the world faces the challenges of climate change, it is becoming increasingly important to adopt sustainable practices that mitigate its effects. One such eco-friendly solution gaining popularity is the creation of rain gardens. These beautiful and functional gardens not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your yard but also serve as a natural way to manage stormwater runoff. In New Jersey, late May to August is ideal to begin a rain garden. You can make a positive impact on the environment while adding value to your property!
Fruiting Plants and Trees
Whether you have a large garden or just a small patio, there are fruit trees and plants suitable for every space. Fruiting plants and trees offer beautiful blossoms in the Spring which attract pollinators.
DIY Pollinator Garden
A pollinator garden is a type of garden that is specifically designed to attract and support pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. These pollinators are essential to the health and growth of many plants, as they help to transfer pollen from one plant to another, which is necessary for fertilization and seed production.
DIY Composting
Composting is a great way to reduce waste and create nutrient-rich soil for your garden. Starting and maintaining a home compost bin is easy and can be done with just a few simple steps. In this article, we will walk you through everything you need to know to start and maintain a home compost bin.
March Check List - Spring Cleaning the Garden
Spring is just around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about getting your home garden ready for the new season. With the right preparation, you can create a beautiful and thriving outdoor space that will last all year long. Here are some tips to help you get started.
High Tunnels - Expanding Your Garden Season!
High tunnels, also known as hoop houses, are a type of simple greenhouse that can be used to extend the growing season for a variety of plants. These structures can be built relatively cheaply and easily, and offer a number of benefits for gardeners.
Milk Jug Seeding - Easy, Cheap, and Creative
Gardening can be an expensive hobby, but with milk jug seeding, you can save money while starting your garden. Milk jug seeding is a method of growing seeds in recycled milk jugs, making it a budget-friendly way to get your garden started.
Advice and Tips on Growing Houseplants
Indoor plants are a great way to bring a touch of nature into your home or office. Not only do they improve air quality and add aesthetic appeal, but they can also have a positive impact on your mental and physical well-being. Here are a few of the most popular indoor plants and tips on how to care for them.
Seed Selection for the Home Garden
Selecting seeds for your garden can be a fun and exciting process, but it's important to choose the right seeds for your specific climate and growing conditions. Here are some tips to help you select the best seeds for your garden.
Gardening Through The Winter
Large raised garden beds or simple backyard vegetable gardens need to be tended to before the frost!
Types of Vegetable Gardens
DIY a garden - there are several types to choose from!
You have committed to growing vegetables for your family, your neighbors, or the local food pantry. Gardeners typically grow vegetables in three kinds of gardens: in-ground, raised bed, or container. All work well, and you may find a combination of two or more types is best for your needs.
Composting and Compost
Everyone knows that composting is beneficial for the environment and for your garden. Although compost is not a fertilizer, it does contain plant nutrients that are essential for plant growth. But you can’t just throw anything into a pile in your backyard and figure it is good for compost. There are definite “dos” and “don’ts” when it comes to having a successful compost pile that will result in producing compost to help you achieve the best results in your gardening efforts.
Transplanting to the Garden
Whether you start your own vegetable plants from seeds indoors or purchase them from a nursery or catalog you will eventually need to move them outdoors! Follow these tips to help ensure a successful move to your permanent outdoor garden location.