Blue Eyed Darner Dragonfly (photo by My Garden Plot)
Good And Bad Bugs In The Garden
Have you ever found a bug in your garden and wondered whether it is a friend or foe, good or bad? A list of pests and beneficial Insects.
Our gardening guide and ideas come from two weekend gardeners learning along the way. Happy to share garden tips and our first hand experiences with you.
Learn How To Smother Weeds in Garden Beds (photo by My Garden Plot)
Paper and Cardboard Mulch for Weed Control
Learn about organic weed control methods using paper and cardboard. And what is best for your garden bed, pathway or vegetable plot for weed control.
Tulips And Spring Gardens (photo by Rosana Brien / My Garden Plot)
Spring Gardens
With the certainty of spring brings a fresh start to garden care. Here are our plant and flower recommendations and a guide of tasks to do.
Our owl looking over the new raised vegetable beds (photo by My Garden Plot)
How To Prepare Garden Beds For Planting Vegetables
Steps how to prepare garden beds for planting herbs and vegetables. And tips for restoring the soil health after solarization for several months.
Gardening Location and Climate Terms (photo by My Garden Plot)
Climate Terms for New Gardeners
What is a plant hardiness zone mean? Puzzled about climate terms? These are great questions that most new gardeners ask.
Applying dormant oil spray to the peach tree (photos by My Garden Plot)
Using Dormant Spray on Peach Trees
Information on when and how to apply dormant oil (horticultural oil and lime sulphur) sprays on trees and shrubs to kill overwintering pests and diseases.
Terminology About Garden Soil (photo by My Garden Plot)
Commonly Used Soil Terms
Understanding the terminology about garden soil is necessary for evaluating your garden. List of commonly used soil terms.
Plant Types Collage (photos by Rosana Brien / My Garden Plot)
Plant Types At A Glance
Are you new to gardening and learning about the different plant types? Here is a glossary on plant types and terminology explained.
Large flowers of the tree peony on a sunny spring day (photo by My Garden Plot)
Pruning Our Tree Peony
Winter pruning and reshaping a mature large tree peony for next flowering season. Cutting back deadwood, adding support and encouraging vase shape.
Black Plastic Sheets to Kill Weeds (photo by My Garden Plot)
Controlling Weeds By Solarizing
Soil solarization is an effective chemical-free weeding control solution for gardens. Learn how to use black plastic sheets for weed removal.