will avoid brown tips on plants.
soil and then pull it out, if it's dry, water the plant.
in a saucer of water, or kitchen sink filled with water.
wonderful minerals in the snow.
plastic bottle with a bent straw).
rotated, as plants lean toward the light.
To gloss leaves, use a mixture of half water and half milk.
Plants should be repotted after they have finished blooming.
When repotting a plant, always use a pot two inches larger.
Clay pots should be soaked in water a few minutes before using.
it is not a dust collector.
shape you desire (heart, star, or other) and insert into pot.
Always cut stems at an angle with a sharp knife or scissors.
On thick stems split the ends before placing in water.
Cut stems under water to prevent air bubbles entering the stems.
Air bubbles can stop the free flow of water into the stem.
Refrigerate flowers at night. This will double their life span.
For geraniums, feed them rinsed coffee grounds.
Pick outside flowers in early morning or evening to avoid bees.
gently so bees will fly out.
have to switch to a taller vase.
Haul leaves in an old plastic wading pool or bedspread.
sacks or newspapers (little harder to handle) between rows.
Plant basil near tomatoes, as it will repel worms and flies.
from the cabbage moth, use mint, sage, dill and thyme.
Anise and coriander will discourage aphids.
Plant radishes near cabbage to repel maggots.
carrot flies and aphids on lettuce and beans.
Onions should be planted near carrots and beets.
do not like each other.
Throw crushed egg shell on your garden for plant growth.
To add acid to the ground, use dried coffee grounds.
levels in soil as they contain about 50 to 75 percent lime.
For the organic gardener compost piles are important.
Pour boiling water on any ant hills near your garden.
garden, scatter mothballs around it.
young plants until they outgrow the jug.
to remember when you planted different things.
Rinse vegetables and fruits outside before bringing them indoors.
and bugs will stay outdoors and your kitchen will stay clean.
keep the soil from spattering on windows during a rain.
pounds of salt. Spray areas. A few dousings will kill it.