Alex K. Worley Nutgrass is a common weed in poorly drained areas of lawns. Also called nutsedge, it escapes most herbicides that control grassy weeds and broadleaf weeds. Below are the best selective herbicides for nutgrass control. When … Read more
When it’s potting time, you may buy some bags of potting soil and not use all of them at once. Sometimes you have some of the used potting soil sitting around, and you don’t know … Read more
When dusk kicks in, let those lights transform your garden into a beautiful or romantic haven. Lighting does the ambiance trick, and solar-powered lights are cost-effective in the long run. Ready to install some lights? … Read more
The active ingredient in Roundup, Glyphosate, is classified as “probably carcinogenic to humans” by The International Agency for Research on Cancer. So, what are the safer alternatives to Glyphosate for controlling weeds in your garden, … Read more
Chemical herbicides are known to poison soil microorganisms, making them undesirable for weed control. A great natural alternative is using salt to kill weeds organically. But, how does it control weeds, and what recipe is … Read more
Drooping peace lily leaves indicate problems in that pot. Wilting is a common sign the plant is dying due to water problems, but there may be other underlying problems. So, why is your peace lily … Read more
Creeping charlie can take over your lawn and garden and become very difficult to get rid of. While broadleaf herbicides can help, you can also use borax to kill creeping charlie. But how does borax … Read more
Tea leaves are rich in nitrogen, a beneficial nutrient for plant growth. Adding tea bags to your compost is a great way of enriching the organic fertilizer with nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and other minerals. If … Read more
Did you know that it is recommended you place two average-sized plants per every 100 square feet of your indoor space? Yes, but don’t just put any plant. Choose one good air purifying plant to … Read more