How to stop a dog from digging if they’re hot Your pup may be digging out of necessity, and giving them an easier way to cool down could be a gift to themandyour garden. “For dogs that dig to stay cool, providing shaded areas or a kiddie pool can be beneficial,” says Dr. Kon...
If your garden isn’t already fenced or you want to till one section of the yard and not the whole thing, then an electric fence is a good option. Pigs are intelligent and learn quickly to respect the electric zap. As long as they have ample room with plenty of food options, they wo...
Establish your desired flowers and why. Some blooms, like Verbena bonariensis and Heuchera, provide structure for a garden while others add pops of colour such as foxgloves and hardy geraniums. To create an ideal garden, it’s essential that the plants you choose thrive under your local conditi...
Fairy gardens allow the space for magical creatures of all kinds to find their way into your home or garden. Best of all, there are as many ways to make a fairy garden as there are ways to enjoy these sweet, whimsical creations. They can be as small as a teacup or as large as a ...
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It's early Summer in the Mid-Atlantic area of the U.S.A. and we are filling in our new garden space by transplanting Cannas from a container to the ground! We dug up the Cannas from a different location, put them in a container for a week, and now we are
If you don’t have any success asking your immediate circle, don’t be discouraged. Often, it’s not about who you know—it’s whotheyknow. Keep digging and expanding your network. It might take a few days or weeks, but if you’re persistent, you’ll start to find opportunities. And...
Something that tastes and/or smells bad can be off-putting to the sensitive noses of small mammals. Popular choices include sprays of minced garlic or hot pepper, used coffee grounds, even fox urine (for sale at home and garden centers). But be aware of the downsides—these need to be ...
Regularly check the chicken run for holes or areas where chickens have dug up the ground. Level these areas as needed to prevent escapes. Step 9: Adding Perimeter Security Surround the outside of the chicken run with rocks or gravel. This deters digging predators and adds an extra layer of...
Gophers can be a serious garden pest if they discover that you are growing things they like to eat. Gophers are partial to root vegetables, such as carrots and parsnips. They spend most of their time underground and eat your root vegetables from the bott