All about fertilizer

All about fertilizer

All about fertilizer –  What Do the Numbers on Fertilizer Mean?  NPK The three numbers on fertilizer represents the value of the three macro-nutrients used by plants. These macro-nutrients are nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K), or NPK for short. ...
How to care for cactus & succulents

How to care for cactus & succulents

How to care for cactus & succulents –  Caring for your Cactus and Succulents First choose a container with a hole in the bottom for proper drainage, if container does not contain holes be extra conservative on watering. Use soil specifically designed for...
How to plant a garden

How to plant a garden

How to plant a garden –  VEGETABLE GARDENING The basics of planting and growing your own vegetables  CHOOSING A PLOT SIZE: START SMALL! Remember: It’s better to be proud of a small garden than be frustrated by a big one!One of the most common errors that many...
How to care for air plants

How to care for air plants

How to care for air plants –  Caring for Your Air Plants Air plants (Tillandsia) live off the air, but they do require a bath or a misting of water Soak in warm water every 2 weeks for 6 to 10 minutes Shake gently to remove excess water and lay on paper towel...
How to grow garlic

How to grow garlic

How to grow garlic –  Directions for Planting The best time to plant Music Garlic is in the Fall. Music Garlic is a Porcelain Garlic, one of the Hard Neck Varieties suited to our climate. It can grow to be 6’ Tall with the flowering stalk left on. Each clove...
How to grow asparagus

How to grow asparagus

How to grow asparagus –  Because asparagus is a perennial crop and will grow in the same space for many years to come, selecting a good planting location is vital to its long-term success. First and foremost, asparagus needs to be planted with the sun in mind....