Gardening Tips That Anyone Can Follow - Anyone with a green thumb knows that gardening isn't about just eating what you grow. That's certainly one of the primary benefits. However, many people garden because of they simply enjoy watching something grow under their care. It brings about a peace and satisfaction that grows the grower just as much as the plant. Whether you're an expert gardener or new to the game, the gardening tips below offers some helpful tips to making sure you reap the fruits (or veggies) of your labor. Plant vegetables and flowers that are native to your local area. These plants will grow better with less work than plants that are not native. Native plants won't require much extra watering, as they will generally adapt to the amount of rainfall typical to that area. This will also reduce your need for pesticides and fertilizers, since the climate-specific plants will already be better equipped to handle the soil and pests in your area. When planting a … [Read more...]