Garden Tools & Supplies

If you have ever seen the commercials for the Topsy Turvy plant hanger, then you know that the device enables you to grow your tomato plants upside down. Unlike ordinary gardening that requires...

A greenhouse allows plants to grow in a controlled environment no matter what the temperature is outside. Greenhouses allow sunlight in, the key component for growth, but all other environmental...

A sub-irrigation system basically refers to a container irrigated by a pipe that extends to the bottom of the container where a reservoir is located. The reservoir is filled by pouring water into...

You purchased a Topsy Turvy Planter and are eager to try this trend in container gardening. It is important to realize that upside-down gardening is not the easiest way to grow plants, despite...

String trimmers are a time saving invention that allows the user to cut weeds and trim grass in a much faster, more convenient, and back-saving way than doing it by hand. String trimmers are...

When you need to dig a trench, you are probably searching for the easiest way to accomplish this backbreaking work in the shortest amount of time possible. Reduce some of the effort by using a...

Some gardening and landscaping projects require clay pots that are cut in half. Clay pots are made of terracotta, a brittle material that cracks easily, so special technique is required. Cut clay...

HID is an acronym for "high intensity discharge." HID lamps are used in areas that require intense lighting or in large areas that need a lot of light. For high-light conditions, HID lamps are...

Lowering your water bill and limiting your water use, especially in areas prone to drought, is possible with a rain barrel. Rain barrels hook up to gutters to collect the water run-off from the...

Pruning tools are invaluable to gardeners everywhere. Taking proper care of pruning tools will not only extend the life of the tools, but will also help you keep a healthy garden. When cutting...

Grow tubes are used often by professional grape growers because they make vine training far simpler, keep weeds away from the plants and keep animals away from the plants while they're young. They...

A double check valve is a mechanism that prevents backflow in water pipes, thus keeping the water free of dirt, debris and other contaminants. Double check valves are often found in fire sprinkler...

Buckets are usually intended for use in carrying liquids, so they do not come with holes in them as a rule. However, sometimes you may need a hole in a bucket; for example, if you want to use them...

If you need a replacement trimmer head, the Grass Gator is one of the best on the market. It uses toothed plastic instead of plastic rope to trim the grass in hard-to-reach lawn areas. Installing...

Hypertufa is created by mixing vermiculite and cement with peat moss. The resulting material is similar to stone but also porous, making it well suited for use in making planters and growing...

Create your own hypertufa cement planting pot at home with a few easy-to-find supplies. The pots make great accent planters for flower and rock gardens. Purchase and organize all supplies prior to...

Rain barrels are a simple way to lower your water bill. They collect water that normally drains from your gutters, allowing you to use it in the areas of your garden that benefit from it the most....

Rain barrels allow you to collect the rain run-off from your roof to use for lawn and garden irrigation. Whether you are using a purchased rain barrel or making your own, it must be hooked into...

Designed to prevent surfaces made of steel from corroding, organic zinc primers are not made of any man-made chemicals and consist only of naturally occurring ingredients.

When it comes to watering a garden, the larger the garden is the longer it takes to water it. So many people will buy a sprinkler to help water the garden. However, it is possible to make a...

Recent years have seen an increase in the types of available lighting used for growing flowers and vegetables. What type of light is best for you will depend on what you are growing and the...

It is relatively simple to make a homemade T-post driver. It is basically a piece of pipe that slides up and down the T-post, two handles to hold on to, and a heavy steel plate at the top of the...

There is no need to use fresh tap water and run up your utility bill to water your garden plants. Greywater is an acceptable and low-cost or free alternative. Rainfall is an example of...

Container gardening is becoming a popular option as more people are moving into condos and townhomes where there's no other way to garden. Redwood planter boxes are the way to go, and building...

Anvil pruning shears are heavy-duty hand pruning shears designed for pruning plants, bushes and small tree branches. Anvil pruning shears are designed to last for many years, but older or heavily...

Tomato cages add needed support to the plant as they set fruit. Staking is another option, but this requires more work as the plants must constantly be pruned and tied to the stake. Cages only...

Every vegetable or flower garden needs compost added to it in order for plants to grow successfully. Kitchen scraps and garden snippings can easily be converted to compost for next year's garden...

Soil blocks are a method to grow seedling plants. They remove the need for a container--such as pots--and allow the plants to germinate in a small space. Seed blocks are also useful for...

Push reel mowers are great if you DON'T, want to hear noise, spend money on petrol, pollute the planet and do constant maintenance.

A hose reel stores a garden hose in a tidy housing when not in use. This keeps the hose from damage and the hose owner from injury, because the hose is not snaking across the yard to be tripped...

B&G sprayers are a fixture of the pest control industry after more than six decades of development. These hand-operated sprayers are compact and portable. Functional design and quality parts...

A garden potting bench is similar to a workshop bench or table. Instead of using the bench or table to create woodcrafts, a garden potting bench is used to hold gardening tools and provide a...

A healthy flowerbed will add beauty to any garden. Gardeners go to great efforts to develop many different sorts of flowers, and take pride in their achievements. It is disheartening to find...

Snapdragons are beautiful flowers that blooms all summer long. Grow snapdragons with tips from a third-generation flower grower in this free video on gardening.

Hydrangeas are a beautiful shade plant that provides lots of beautiful flowers throughout the summer. Learn how to take care of your hydrangeas with tips from a third-generation flower grower in...

Raising vegetables in a greenhouse is great because you can enjoy fresh vegetables late in the season. Discover how to raise greenhouse vegetables with tips from a third-generation flower grower...

When drying flower petals, colorful flowers work much better. Dry your flower petals with help from a third-generation flower grower in this free video on gardening.

Squirrels can become a huge hassle in gardens, but luckily this problem can be fixed by using some spices that will scare them away. Don't let squirrels dig up your garden with advice from a...

The key to caring for a hens and chicks plant is to make sure they are first planted in a place that is really warm and dry in the wintertime. Care for your hens and chicks plant with help from a...

Hydrangea plants should be pruned following the one-third rule, which means cutting them down to one-third the total size. Make sure you prune your Hydrangea plants correctly with advice from a...

Vegetables can be started from seeds indoors as long as you have a nice container to start them in. Grow your vegetables indoors with tips from a third-generation flower grower in this free video...

You need to be careful when re-potting cacti because they are very sharp plants. Safely re-pot cacti with guidance from a third-generation flower grower in this free video on gardening.

Astilbe plants do not like full sun and should be planted in a shaded area. Learn how to properly grow astilbe plants with tips from a third-generation flower grower in this free video on gardening.

Planting hibiscus seeds can be done easily, but they do take a few years to really get lots of bloom on them. Grow beautiful hibiscus plants in your garden with help from a third-generation flower...

Pressing rose flowers can be really enjoyable, especially when used for scrapbooking or keepsakes. Learn how to press rose flowers with advice from a third-generation flower grower in this free...

Clivia is from South America and does really well in the summertime, but in the winter it needs to be in a greenhouse. Plant Clivia with help from a third-generation flower grower in this free...

Planting seeds with a child is fun and you can even paint the containers or grow something like a pumpkin for them to enjoy at Halloween. Plant seeds with a child by following the advice of a...

Growing leeks is easy, but you can get them right from the grocery store as long as they have roots and look fresh. Start growing your leeks with tips from a third-generation flower grower in this...

To grow honeydew melons, you'll need a large area to grow them because of the big vine that these melons make. Grow your honeydew melons correctly with advice from a third-generation flower grower...

Bitter melons are just like any other melon that grows on a vine, and they're really easy to grow. Find out how to grow your bitter melon from a third-generation flower grower in this free video...