Raised beds make vegetable gardening easier: the soil warms up sooner in spring, drains better, is easier to reach and stays loose because nobody walks on it. A rectangular wooden box takes an afternoon to build and lasts for years. Size and location Choosing the wood Cedar and redwood resist rot naturally and are the … Read more
A low-maintenance garden is less about specific plants than about putting the right plant in the right place. A plant suited to your climate, sun and soil will thrive with little help; the wrong one needs constant care however “easy” the label says it is. Start by checking your USDA hardiness zone and how many … Read more
Snake plants (now classified as Dracaena trifasciata, but still sold as Sansevieria) are among the easiest houseplants to multiply. There are three methods. Division is the fastest; leaf cuttings take patience but turn one leaf into several plants. Before you start The best time is spring or summer, when the plant is actively growing. You … Read more
