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What Is Witches’-Broom in Trees and Is It Harmful?
Witches’-broom is a dense, tangled cluster of twigs that forms on trees and shrubs, often caused by stress, disease, insects, or mites. It may look concerning, but is it really a problem? Learn what witches’-brooms are, why they form, whether they’re harmful, and what to do if you spot one on your tree in this…
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13 of the Best Trees and Shrubs for Orange Fall Color
As summer gives way to autumn, the leaves of deciduous trees and shrubs provide a fabulous, colorful display of fall foliage. If your favorite color is orange, you’re in luck! In this guide, we take a look at 13 of the best landscape trees and shrubs that produce outstanding orange foliage in fall. Read more…
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How to Use Trap Crops as Decoys to Control Insect Pests
Trap crops are plants that are more attractive to pest insects than your crops are, luring the bad bugs away from your vegetables, fruits, and flowers, and preventing damage. Once on these decoys, the pests are easy to find and kill, meaning less insecticides are needed. Read more about trap cropping in this guide. The…
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How to Choose the Best Pots and Trays for Starting Seeds
Are you planning to start garden plants from seed? When it comes to choosing trays or pots, there are many different options: plastic, rubber, silicone, or biodegradable. And you can even make your own DIY pots. Learn more about the different types of pots and trays for starting seeds in this guide. Read more now.…
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11 Must-Have Supplies for Starting Seeds
Are you planning to grow seed starts for a vegetable garden or flower border? Seeds are an obvious requirement, but there are a number of other supplies you’ll need as well, like potting medium and containers. Have a look at our checklist of 11 supplies you need for starting seeds here. Read more now. The…
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21 Fabulous Holiday Gift Ideas for Gardeners 2024
This year, thrill the gardeners on Santa’s nice list with the best holiday gifts for green thumbs. We’ve done the legwork, so you can select top-quality gardener-recommended presents and stocking stuffers. Shop our list for the best gift ideas – and maybe pick something out for yourself too. Read more now. The post 21 Fabulous…
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How to Xeriscape Your Yard for Efficiency and Aesthetics
Have you heard of xeriscaping? Often associated with desert climates, it’s much more than succulents and cacti. This sensible landscape style conserves water, reduces garden maintenance, and provides habitat for endemic species. Learn all about its aesthetics and efficiency here on Gardener’s Path. The post How to Xeriscape Your Yard for Efficiency and Aesthetics appeared…
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Quick Guide to Understanding Seed Packets
Seed packets are loaded with important growing information, like sowing, spacing, and thinning. To help make sense of it all, your friends at Gardener’s Path have put together this quick guide. Check it out before planning, purchasing, and digging. Your plants will thank you. The post Quick Guide to Understanding Seed Packets appeared first on…
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A Plant Pick-Me-Up? Tips for Composting and Gardening with Coffee Grounds
Coffee makes an outstanding hot drink, but what about using the spent grounds in the garden? These dregs are touted as a great fertilizer, mulch, and compost ingredient, but what does the science say? To find out if your notions about gardening with coffee grounds are on target – or a bit off center –…
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25 Fabulous Holiday Gift Ideas for Gardeners
This year, thrill the gardeners on Santa’s nice list with the best holiday gifts for green thumbs. We’ve done the legwork, so you can select top-quality gardener-recommended presents and stocking stuffers. Shop our list for the best gift ideas – and maybe pick something out for yourself too. Read more now. The post 25 Fabulous…