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Garden Care & Maintenance

Having a beautiful and healthy garden is what we all strive for, but it can be a huge challenge sometimes. If you struggle with garden care and maintenance, you’re not alone.

This can be a large and overwhelming topic, so I’ve broken it down into bite-sized pieces to make it easy for you. Click the links below to learn about…

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How To Control Garden Pests Naturally

How To Control Garden Pests Naturally

Date: May 21, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 6 Comments

Controlling garden pests doesn't have to be frustrating or time consuming. In this post, you'll learn all about garden insect pest control, how to Continue Reading

How To Control Flea Beetles In The Organic Garden

How To Control Flea Beetles In Your Garden

Date: July 17, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 39 Comments

Flea beetles are tiny yet extremely destructive garden pests. But you can control their population and prevent them from destroying your plants. In Continue Reading

Seed Starting Peat Pellets vs. Soil: Which To Use & Why

Seed Starting Mix Vs. Peat Pellets: Which Should You Use?

Date: February 18, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 34 Comments

Peat pellets vs seed starting soil - people are always asking me which medium I like best. I've got decades of experience and have put them to the Continue Reading

How To Get Rid Of Squash Vine Borers Organically

How To Get Rid Of Squash Vine Borer Naturally

Date: July 16, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 91 Comments

Squash borers are one of the most frustrating pests for many vegetable gardeners, but it is possible to get rid of them and prevent them from Continue Reading

How To Control Japanese Beetles Organically

How To Control Japanese Beetles Organically

Date: July 16, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 63 Comments

Japanese beetles are extremely destructive pests, and they've become a major problem for many gardeners. If you live in an area where they're Continue Reading

How To Protect Grapes From Birds & Insects

How To Protect Grapes From Birds & Insects

Date: May 21, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 39 Comments

Protecting grapes is necessary if you want to enjoy the fruits of your labor. In this post, I will give you tons of tips for how to protect grapes Continue Reading

How to Determine Sun Exposure in Your Garden

How To Measure Sun Exposure In Your Garden

Date: May 8, 2025 by Amy Andrychowicz | 32 Comments

Have you ever planted something in the “perfect spot,” only to watch it get leggy, wilt, or burn out completely? Most of the time, the problem is not Continue Reading

Facts About Ants In A Garden & Organic Control Tips

Facts About Ants In A Garden & Organic Control Tips

Date: May 21, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 18 Comments

Ants in a garden aren't usually a concern, but sometimes they can be a major nuisance, or a sign of larger problems. In this article, I'll talk about Continue Reading

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