The Cost of Conquering Thrips on Houseplants
I have had, what I can hand on heart describe, as a bit of tragedy recently when it comes to my houseplants. I know, that sounds like an exaggeration, but any enthusiastic home gardener will know that…
The Best Herbs For Natural Pest Control
I describe myself as an “aspirationally organic” gardener. I don’t like to use synthetic pesticides. But I do let them sneak in from time to time. I almost never use commercial weed killer – I have three…
Is Diatomaceous Earth The Answer To Your Springtail Problems?
There are growing concerns about the use of chemicals in our homes and gardens. And many of us are looking for natural alternatives. Diatomaceous earth (DE) is a natural substance that has a wide range of applications…