#gardening-tips

#gardening-tips

As summer temperatures rise, hedgehogs face increased risk from dehydration and overheating, making access to cool, shaded areas vital for their survival.

It's a good idea to remove nesting materials after chicks have fledged, ensuring nesting boxes are tidy for new birds and to prevent insect infestations.

Bananas might enrich outdoor gardens but they don't deliver the same benefits indoors; instead, they may attract pests like gnats and cockroaches.

Getting your parsley plant from the store means you can instantly start cooking with it, no waiting needed.

A jade plant’s red leaves and leaf drop are signs of stress, often from too much sunlight, temperature fluctuations, or inadequate watering.

Because the persin can cause severe stomach upset and pain, smaller creatures generally give avocados a pass while larger animals such as bears, coyotes, foxes and mountain lions are more likely to munch them.

Burke's plate method provides a physical representation of plant spacing, helping gardeners visualize planting arrangements and avoid overcrowding in their gardens.

"Being columnar, it's usually the height of conifers that need the most attention with the vertical sides of the tree only requiring a trim once a year."

When the blooms do eventually die off, don't toss the bulbs! Just cut the wilted stems off and leave the bulbs to dry out in a cool, dark place.

Stormy weather conditions such as wind and rain often damages natural nesting sites, forcing rats to find another home.