Wondering how often you need to be fertilize your hanging baskets this spring and summer? There is little doubt about it - how, when and what you use to fertilize your hanging baskets can make a huge difference in just how well they bloom. And perhaps even more importantly - for just how long into …
Looking for the best way to prune back and divide the ornamental grass clumps in your landscape? And when to do it? Late winter and early spring are the time to get your ornamental grasses in shape and ready for the growing season. Not only will a little work now help to keep your grasses …
Want to start your own vegetable plants indoors this year from seed but worried that the process might be too complicated and expensive? Well, here is some great news - it's easier and less expensive than you could ever imagine! It's incredibly rewarding to start your own vegetable plants from seeds. Not only do you …
One of the easiest, best and least expensive ways to fill your flowerbeds with life and color is to divide the perennials you already have this spring into even more plants. Not only is it simple to do, it can save you hundreds of dollars on plants. And, of course, on mulch too! Early spring …
This week's podcast and corresponding article are all about 8 simple garden tools and gadgets that every gardener should own. Gardening doesn't have to be expensive or hard work, but some basic, inexpensive tools can definitely help make the job much easier! You don't have to spend a ton of money on gadgets like rototillers …
This week's podcast and corresponding article are all about succession planting in your vegetable garden - or more importantly, how to get the most out of your garden space! Succession planting is a great way to extend your growing season beyond one planting and one harvest each season. No matter where you are located, you …
This week's podcast and corresponding article are all about how to fertilize your vegetable garden. With these simple tips and secrets, your vegetable plants will be growing nice and strong all season long and providing you with an amazing harvest! Whether you are growing your plants in containers or directly in the soil, how, when, …
This week's podcast and corresponding article are about how and why to prune your tomato plants. Believe it or not - pruning is one of the best things you can do for your tomatoes to ensure healthy plants and a bigger and better harvest. Tomato plants are one of the most beloved vegetable plants of …
This week's podcast and corresponding article are all about how to best fertilize your tomato plants, including when to fertilize, how often, and a look at some of the best fertilizing methods to use. Tomatoes are big feeders from the soil. Not only are they heavy feeders of nitrogen, but they also require potassium, phosphorous, …
This week's podcast and corresponding article are all about the mighty marigold, and the amazing benefits growing marigolds can bring to your garden and flowerbeds. It is not often that we dedicate an entire podcast or article to the benefits of a single plant. But when it comes to all that growing marigolds can do …
This week's podcast and corresponding article cover seven big planting day secrets that can help get your garden off to an incredible start - and have you on the way to an amazing harvest this year! What you do prior to and during planting day will affect the health and growth of your garden more …
This week's podcast and corresponding article are about how to harden off your vegetable and flower plants, and why it is so important to do so for gardening success! So what exactly does it mean to harden off vegetable plants? Whether you grow vegetable and flower plants from seed, or purchase flats from a nursery, it …
This week's how-to garden article and corresponding podcast cover the interesting and fun subject of growing vegetables in straw bales. Whether you are limited on garden space, time, or looking for an "easier-on-the back and muscles" way to grow a few vegetables, straw bale gardening can fit the bill. You can listen in below to …
This week's how-to garden article and corresponding podcast are all about growing your very own strawberry crop in your backyard - whether planting in a traditional garden, raised beds, or even pots and containers. Strawberries are one of the most popular fruits of all to grow at home. The super sweet berries are perfect for …
This week's how-to garden article and corresponding podcast are all about how to use worm castings to power your plants, vegetables, bushes, trees, and so much more! Worm castings are one of the biggest and best secrets to growing amazingly healthy and productive plants. They are not only easy to use, but they are versatile …
This weeks how-to garden article and corresponding podcast is all about how to collect and use rain water for watering your flowers, garden and more! Using rain water for your landscape is not only a great way to conserve on your city, well or community water supplies, it also has huge benefits for your plants. …
This week's how-to garden article and corresponding podcast are all about how to make incredible compost to help grow a great garden! As plants grow throughout the year, they quickly deplete the nutrients within the soil. Over time, the soil is less likely to be able to provide everything the plants need. This will result …
This week's how-to garden article and corresponding podcast are all about how to compost effectively in your garden. When you use compost in the garden - great things happen. Great things for your soil, and for the plants that grow in it! Compost is the key to adding healthy nutrients to your soil naturally. It's full of life …
This week's how-to garden article and corresponding podcast are all about starting your garden seeds indoors. Thankfully, it doesn't have to be difficult or expensive to start your own vegetable and flower seeds. While you can go to your local nursery or garden center to purchase transplants, there's just something special and so rewarding about …
This week's how-to garden article and corresponding podcast is all about the secrets to growing asparagus. When you plant and grow asparagus, you are creating a wondrous food source for years to come! Asparagus grows as a perennial, unlike traditional garden crops such as cucumbers, peppers or tomatoes. In fact, once established, asparagus provides an …
This weeks how-to garden article and corresponding podcast are all about keeping your garden weed free. You might be thinking, is that really even possible? The answer really is YES - it really is! And even better, it can be accomplished without doing a lot of extra work. In fact, as you will see today, …
Here is a look at this week's podcast: Dividing Perennials In The Fall - The Simple Keys To Flowerbed Success!. Just click on the episode button below to listen in. You will also find the podcast notes below, along with links to all of the articles mentioned in the show. Article Links: How To Divide …
Here is a look this week's episode as well as the product links and reference links for How To Create Gorgeous Container Plants From Perennials - For Free!You can also check out all of our past episodes here at : ALL EPISODES Reference Articles : Potting Up Perennials - How To Create Gorgeous, Low Cost …
Hit the play button below to listen to this weeks episode : The Best Heirloom Tomato Varieties To Grow In Your Garden. Below you will also find our show notes along with references and links from the article. Be sure to check out all of our past episodes on the website at SIMPLE LIFE GARDEN …
Hit the play button below to listen to this weeks episode : How To Grow Vegetables In 5 Gallon Buckets - Anywhere! Below you will also find our show notes along with references and links from the article. Be sure to check out all of our past episodes on the website at SIMPLE LIFE GARDEN …
Hit the play button below to listen to this weeks episode : How To Keep Your Flowerbeds Weed Free All Summer Long. Below you will also find our show notes along with references and links from the article. Be sure to check out all of our past episodes on the website at SIMPLE LIFE GARDEN …
Hit the play button below to listen to this weeks episode : How To Set Up A No-Till Raised Row Garden This Spring. Below you will also find our show notes along with reference and product links from the article. Be sure to check out all of our past episodes on the website, here at …
Here is a look this week's show notes for How To Use Worm Castings To Power Your Plants. Below you will also find our show notes along with reference and product links from the article. You can check out all of our past episodes on the website, here at : ALL EPISODES IMPORTANT REFERENCE LINKS: …
Here is a look at this week's show, How To Make Great Compost For A Great Garden. Below you will also find our show notes along with reference and product links from the article. You can check out all of our past episodes on the website, here at : ALL EPISODES IMPORTANT REFERENCE LINKS: How …
SHOW NOTES / TRANSCRIPTS : How To Grow The Best Tomatoes On The Block JIM : Tomatoes, and more specifically, heirloom tomatoes have really become popular in the last few years. And when you're talking about growing tomatoes, everybody wants one thing, and that is to grow the best and biggest tomato in their neighborhood …
SHOW NOTES / TRANSCRIPTS : Simple Garden Life Introduction The introductory episode of Simple Garden Life. Hosts Jim and Mary Competti discuss their new gardening podcast, and their unique approach to keep gardening fun, simple and rewarding. Join them for the first of many episodes to come! SHOW NOTES / TRANSCRIPTS - Simple Garden Life …