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Can anyone suggest the best companion plant for roses in zone 5?

Tweet by bill barber Question by asolare123: Can anyone suggest the best companion plant for roses in zone 5? I just planted a a rose garden in zone 5 just north of Philadelphia and I was wondering what the best companion plants for roses in this zone would be. They can be annuals or perennials. … Continue reading

What is the type of gardening/farming when you put different plants near each other to help protect from pests?

TweetQuestion by fionainluv: What is the type of gardening/farming when you put different plants near each other to help protect from pests? I am trying to find more information about the type of gardening or farming where you maybe plant a blueberry bush underneath an apple tree. This is supposed to allow natural type pesticides … Continue reading

Organic Gardening – six important aspects of organic gardening!

Tweet by Martin LaBar (using break) Organic Gardening – six important aspects of organic gardening! Most people who go to gardening as an activity are only aware that they are dealing with growing plants! They have only a vague knowledge of the adverse effects of fertilizers and pesticides they use to feed the plants. Fortunately, … Continue reading

Homeschooling In The Garden

Tweet by antonychammond Homeschooling In The Garden Homeschooling in the Garden by Nancy Carter Did you notice that you dream of working in the soil this spring? Of getting your hands dirty and look for those little green sprouts magically appear? Why not use your garden planning time as the ultimate homeschool unit study? Do … Continue reading