Preparing Your Spring Garden
Always, always the very first thing you should do before planting any garden is to have a soil test done. Your local extension office...
Propagation of Succulents
How to propagate succulents from cuttings and leaves. Succulent propagation is easy, fun, and free! Share with friends & make new ones....
Water Wicking Trough Garden
Trying to grow food in a spot with low quality soil is a fairly common gardening challenge. Raised garden beds are a great way to get...
Wildlife in your Moore County, NC Garden
Armadillos – The Nine-Banded Armadillo Could you go out one morning and find an armadillo (or the evidence of an armadillo) in your Moore...
AIR QUALITY IN THE OFFICE/HOME ENVIRONMENT
AIR QUALITY IN THE OFFICE/HOME ENVIRONMENT Have you ever wondered what your home or office had in common with a NASA spaceship? Probably...
Soil Testing for Amazing Results
Soil Testing – the first thing everyone should do to totally enjoy a healthy garden! A SOIL TEST is important! Soil testing is a valuable...
Start the New Year Off Right - Start a Garden JOURNAL!
Gardening is no exception to the “learn from your mistakes” rule. Observation is key to good gardening. The best way to keep track of the...
KEEPING INDOOR PLANTS HAPPY THROUGH THE WINTER
Although the cool weather is upon us and our gardens have pretty much gone to bed for the season, we can continue to enjoy those of our...
Christmas Cactus
Let's talk about sharing a great holiday plant. Christmas Cactus is a great pass along plant that everyone enjoys. Place your Christmas...
Fall Watering & Mulching Tips:
Fall Watering & Mulching Tips: Fall is the time when plants devote time and energy to root growth. Normally, fall weather is ideal for...