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The best types of grass seed are those that do well in the specific climate, but any mixed perennial grass will do well in most areas. Pick out the grass seed that will thrive in the local climate with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
The best types of topsoil is any composted material, consisting of many important nutrients, or potting soil mixes. Mix up a great topsoil to help new growth with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
White carnations grow best when they are started from seeds indoors, placed in full, hot sun and allowed to dry out between heavy watering. Grow successful white carnations, trimming them back to make room for more blooms, with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Water lilies reproduce very easily, as they can drop seeds to be pollinated and they can multiply without pollination, which makes them very susceptible to overtaking a pond. Contain water lilies well to prevent invasive growth with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
A compost bin can be emptied whenever the compost has turned to a soil-like consistency, which occurs when the pile has enough air and moisture to break down its contents. Learn about keeping a compost heap with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
To become a garden designer, take horticultural classes to become more familiar with types of plants and flowers, work for a garden designer to get on-the-job training and start an independent business to build up a clientele. Get on the path to becoming a successful garden designer with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
When becoming a garden designer, credentials, such as horticultural classes, master gardening classes or any other gardening experience, are important to gain credibility. Build up a clientele to become a successful garden designer with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Buying soil amendments is not necessary when the soil is nourished properly, like developing a good compost pile or purchasing nutrient-rich potting soil. Begin with high-quality soil to avoid the necessity of soil amendments with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Caring for a warm-season lawn can be done by starting the seeds in the fall, letting them settle through the winter and spreading more seed every year for annual grass types. Care for a warm-season lawn, choosing a local grass that does well in the climate, with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Caring for a ficus benjamina requires growing it in tropical warm climates, as they require full sun and good drainage. Keep a ficus benjamina out of the cold weather with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Soil amendments do not solve the problem of bad soil, but placing a few inches of good compost or potting soil on top of bad soil can help plants grow well in any area. Amend dirt in the ground by adding nutrient-rich soil on top of it with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Plants can be cleaned by simply running them under water, spraying them with a light mist or wiping down the leaves with a towel to remove excess dust and debris. Keep and indoor plant dust-free with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Controlling pigeons in the attic requires patching up any holes, letting a household cat chase them away or sprinkling strong-smelling spices around the perimeter to deter their presence. Set boundaries for wild pests with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
To control pigeons under the carport, block off any areas or ledges where they can sit, run a fine mesh or chicken wire over the rafters of the carport ceiling and sprinkle or mist strong-smelling spices around the area. Prevent pigeons from nesting under a carport by setting clear boundaries with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Creating yard privacy with plants is a great way to avoid building fences, and bamboo, camellias, arborvitaes and lilacs make wonderful, dense privacy plants. Create a wall of foliage to gain privacy in a yard with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Detecting and preventing rust in plants involves looking for small brown or rust-colored spots on the leaves and drying the plant out completely to prevent the growth of mold. Treat a mold- or rust-stricken growth with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
To fix poor soil drainage, raise all of the flower beds up at least a foot or two to provide enough room for water to drain off. Create a series of raised flower beds to promote proper drainage with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Getting rid of clover organically from a lawn involves a consistent effort of covering the clover with topsoil, sprinkling grass seed and shading out the clover. Persistently eliminate clover from a yard with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Getting rid of crab grass can be done by pouring boiling water over the roots and diligently recovering the area with topsoil and grass seed until the crab grass is completely eliminated. Kill unsightly crab grass in a lawn with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
To grow a sweet potato plant, also known as ipomoea, plant it in a lush, warm climate while providing plenty of moisture to keep the soil damp. Avoid cold weather exposure when growing sweet potato vines with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Growing grass around pine trees requires the diligent practice of laying down compost or potting soil and reseeding with shade-loving grass seed every spring and fall. Keep a lush grassy area underneath pine trees with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Growing grass in low pH soil requires simply adding a thin layer of compost or potting soil over the ground and reseeding with grass seeds every spring and fall. Grow grass in acidic soil with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Growing strawberries in a container is a great way to keep them away from predators, and growing them in groups of at least three will help them grow into a healthy bunch. Cover the roots and leave the plant exposed when growing strawberries in a container with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Keeping deer away from a garden can be done by leaving a wild area of fruit-producing plants away from the flower gardens to discourage them from coming closer. Surround deer's favorite plants with things they steer away from with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Protecting a garden from deer requires creating a designated area for deer to linger, full of fruit-producing plants, to discourage them from venturing further into the garden. Keep deer at a distance from the flower garden with plant tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Landscaping the front or back yard doesn't have to be a professional job. Home gardens provide a tranquil area for reflection and relaxation. Tending and enjoying a garden can lower blood pressure, ease anxiety and provide diversion in which to ponder various thoughts that have been lingering in the subconscious. Even with limited yard space, planting a small corner garden is a simple task that can be completed in just an afternoon. In this free video series on gardening, a sustainable gardener discussing tips for maintaining a garden through various climates. Find out how to keep a healthy compost pile, and learn about keep grass healthy through the seasons. Discover what it takes to become a garden designer, and learn to care for various plants. Keep a garden healthy all year round with this helpful guide to plant care.
Yolanda Vanveen Yolanda Vanveen is a third-generation flower grower and sustainable gardener who lives in Kalama, Washington. She is the owner of vanveenbulbs.com and has sold flower bulbs on the Internet, at garden shows and at farmers' markets in the Pacific Northwest for more than 15 years. She holds a bachelor's degree in communications and international studies from Linfield College and is a graduate of the WSU Master Gardener Program. Vanveen represented the United States at the 2006 Indigenous Bulb Society Symposium in South Africa and has been featured on the PBS show, "Smart Gardening," demonstrating which way is up with flower bulbs.dkdk
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