On-Line Applications That I Use for GardeningI am a somewhat pseudo-serious gardener. My major interests are dahlias, daylilies, dwarf conifers, shrubs, and peonies (actually, trees are OK too). However, I am also a computer geek, and because my head is usually in the clouds, I have some favorite on-line applications that I find useful for "whatever" gardening.
How Hot IS That Pepper?How do you know whether pepper is seriously hot or not if you don't know what it is just by looking at it? Here is a tutorial for people who have never seen these peppers and don't know their names. Also a little bit about how they vary in heat.
Make a Boring Garage PrettierProminent, boring garages are a mainstay in newer American homes. This is how I made mine prettier.
Lazy Gardener's LasagnaLasagna garden bed creation is the way to go, I've decided. I've made many lasagna beds, and I find they are a quick and effective way of expanding garden space. It's also a great way to use what you have on hand and to make changes to an existing garden shape more easily than with other methods.
A Better View of Pictures at All Thing PlantsYou already know that you can click on the pictures at All Things Plants to see a larger version of them. There is a simple trick to improve that experience.
Recycled Fan "Cage" for Baby Staghorn FernI reused an old broken fan to make a sturdy, stylish mounting for my new staghorn simply by removing the motor, separating the halves, and filling with sphagnum and potting soil mix.
Paver Method for Sinking Small Round Preformed Ponds in GroundRound preformed fiberglass ponds are made to be buried in the ground. Sinking looks natural, but makes them harder to clean. Adding landscape blocks around the edges makes cleaning easy.
The Top Tulips at All Things PlantsSuch a vast selection of these beautiful springtime flowers. Let's take a moment to check out the most popular among them!
The All Things Plants Top 25 DaffodilsWhich daffodils should you grow? With more than 26,000 cultivars to choose from, it seems a daunting task. Let us help you by showcasing the most popular daffodils in the ATP database!
Blue Butterflies for the Late Summer GardenTrue-blue flowers can be difficult to find, especially for the late summer garden, when golds and russets begin to dominate the landscape.
Plant Species Crocus in the Lawn.Species crocuses usually have smaller flowers and smaller bulbs. One way to show them off in your garden is to plant them in lawn areas.
Tulips Among the Siberian IrisesAdd tulips between your clumps of Siberian irises and add an early season of bloom.
The Top Spring Bulbs at All Things PlantsThere are over 30,000 spring-blooming bulbs in our database, but which are the most popular? Let's have a look!
When Hot Peppers BurnWhen I am handling hot peppers, I am not always as careful as I should be. After receiving a nasty burn while I was processing peppers that I thought were relatively benign, I went on a quest to find an effective treatment. This is the result.
Bee and Butterfly PuddlesBees and butterflies need water, too, but most birdbaths are too deep for them. Here's an idea for a safe place in your garden for them to drink.
Catfacing in TomatoesSometimes when we pick a tomato we find an ugly deformation. This is called a "catface" or "catfacing".
Bi-Color PetuniasHave you noticed that some bi-colored petunias change with temperature, sunlight exposure, and age of blossom? Here's a look at Petunia Glow™ Blue Stardust.
Got Water Bottles?I was searching for the wrap-around plastic plant labels for my plants and came up with this idea to reuse plastic water bottles.
Using Your Digital Camera To Get a Good LookWhen I can't see what I need to see, I use my digital camera or the camera on my phone to get a better look.
Great Way To Save Pollen and SeedsIt's great to find inexpensive and easy things to help around the garden!
Don't Forget Your Eye ProtectionAs you are working in the garden, don’t forget your eye protection.
Concrete Hardscaping for the GardenConcrete hardscaping is functional and long-lasting, and it can also be a beautiful addition to any garden.
ATP Podcast #70: Short on Time GardeningWe're heading fast into fall, which is the best time to plant perennials, so today we'll talk about some timely tips on easy landscaping ideas for the fall, including adding perennials to your garden. Also, Trish will share some of her ideas on squeezing gardening into a busy lifestyle.
Portable Potting BenchTake your potting bench to the work site, wherever that is.
Best Aphid ControlThese are pictures I took this morning of the stages of the lady beetle life cycle.
