Easy tips for growing parsley outside from seed. One of my favorite beginning gardening tips!
Parsley is one of a kind among the herbal species. It takes its own sweet time to germinate, which can take as long as up to six weeks. So, you better have a good measure of patience on hand when you are ready to grow parsley from seeds. There is, however, an easy way to…
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Best shade plants. A reader asks what shady plants and shrubs she can plant in a shady area of her yard.
Q: A friend is looking for ideas to plant on the side of her house that sees almost no sun at all. She needs something to go with the inevitable hostas. Tip #1: Ferns will do wonderfully. Ferns have varied texture like other plants have colorful blooms. Small to large leaves. Wide to narrow…
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How to make an effective DIY wasp trap in 5 minutes or less with plastic drinking cups, a water bottle, and duck tape.
A lot of people suffer from seasonal allergies. Allergies can vary in type and severity. In addition to common hay fever, many people are also allergic to bee and wasp stings. For these people getting stung can be a matter of life and death. Normal Bee Sting Symptoms No one wants to be stung by…
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Two different ways to create a beautiful planter for flowers or herbs out of a recycled wooden pallet.
If you are looking for new ways to display flowers and herbs on your porch, patio, or in your garden, consider planting them in one of these recycled pallet planters. This easy project can be completed during a weekend and will be the envy of your neighborhood. Pallets are now being recycled and…
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Elderberry varieties and uses. Not only are elderberries great for making jams and syrups, they are also a favorite for butterflies and other wildlife.
If you have room for only one edible plant, consider growing elderberries. This arching eight-foot tall shrub is easy to grow, anchors the mixed border with its bold compound foliage and flowers, and of course, provides glorious clusters of shiny, dark purple berries. Elderberries come in a variety of cultivars and species. The American…
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