Spreader Sticker: What Is It and Should You Use It?
What’s a spreader sticker, and is it really necessary in the garden? We explain this less-popular garden product and whether it’s useful.
Weeds are the bane of every gardener’s existence, but there are many ways to combat them safely and organically. Learn how in our guides!
What’s a spreader sticker, and is it really necessary in the garden? We explain this less-popular garden product and whether it’s useful.
The goat head weed is an invasive broadleaf weed that spreads like wildfire. Our guide shares how to combat this pesky and painful weed!
Any pet owner knows to keep the foxtail weed population down to protect their animals or livestock. We discuss control methods for this weed.
Corn gluten meal has gotten a weird reputation. Some people swear by it as a natural herbicide. Others claim it has no effect on perennial weeds whatsoever. But it is a potent natural fertilizer, either way! We all think of corn as delicious food. It’s also now a reputable fuel supply, as it can be … Read more
Crabgrass can invade and conquer your lawn if you give it a chance. Little tufts of quick-growing wild grasses can create trip hazards, and it’ll spread like wildfire wherever there’s any open space. So what’s the best way to get rid of crabgrass? Is there a good crabgrass treatment? Today, I’ll tell you everything that … Read more
Although it has many beneficial uses, creeping charlie or ground ivy is most commonly viewed as a ground cover weed. Perhaps you’ve recently found yourself wondering how to kill or control it. Or perhaps your question is simply how to control creeping charlie without using chemicals? If creeping charlie flowers have taken over your yard … Read more
If you’re a gardener in California (or other states in the Pacific Northwest), chances are good you’ve had to battle one of these 39 invasive species. I personally can go on a quick canyon run and spot a handful right off of the bat. Following the great comments on my post about invasive species sold … Read more
Most of us gardeners assume that the people that run our local garden center are knowledgeable and know exactly what they’re selling – and for the most part, that’s true. But what happens when some of the most commonly sold plants also happen to be some of the most invasive? Due to the globalization of … Read more