Tag Archives: Gardening
Putting Plants Around Your Air Conditioner
How do I protect my plants from the air conditioner? Air conditioners can dry out plants and soil, and are an additional reason to be vigilant with watering and misting during a heat wave. Keeping plants out of the direct … Continue reading
Sage Plant
Q. I had a beautiful sage plant that seemed to be growing well, but all of the sudden it just wilted and died. What could have caused this? If you have a drip irrigation system, check that first. Drip irrigation … Continue reading
Lavendar Strategies
Q. Is there a secret to pruning lavender? Every time I try to cut it back it ends up dying! Lavender is a tough plant and will grow exceptionally well in the hot, dry inland areas. Sometimes a little too … Continue reading
Suprise Harvest
Every year I send holiday cards, but a new thing I’m adding includes a packet of seeds I have harvested from my garden. I’m excited to see what my friends and family grow. Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the … Continue reading
Grow Onion Bulbs from Scraps
Onions may be multilayered, but regrowing them is actually quite simple. Slice the bulb so you have a one-inch sliver of the root end. Let that piece dry for a day or two, until the edges start to curl, then … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 