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Petunia care explained in a way you've never seen

Blooming Petunias: A Floral Tale of Cultivation and Care - Home and Garden Talk Introduction In the realm of horticultural wonders, behold the magnificent petunias! These annual delights grace gardens with their resplendent colors and bewitching blooms. Prepare to embark on a journey into the enchanting world of petunia cultivation, where every step reveals secrets of vibrant f...

When is the best time to pick those tomatoes you just planted? A familiar voice chimes in with some advice.

The Best Time to Pick Tomatoes The best time to pick tomatoes in the words of Darrls Chickens. Everything you need to know about harvesting tomatoes

You're doing it wrong. 7 things your should not pressure wash on your home. Try this instead.

7 Things You Should Soft Wash (Not Pressure Wash) On Your House - Home and Garden Talk Soft washing is a way to clean using chemicals and a large volume of water, instead of pressure, to wash something. It’s a popular way to clean the exterior of a home to avoid damaging siding and other components of the home that are easily damaged by high water pressure. Let’s dig into exactly ...

Is your hose water safe to drink? Here's a breakdown of the difference between hose water and tap water

Is Hose Water The Same as Tap Water? - Home and Garden Talk Is hose water from your outdoor faucet the same as your indoor tap water? Most of the time, yes. There are, however, some exceptions.

Have you ever read some advice online about plant hardiness in your zone that turned out to be unreliable? We can probably tell you why

Is Plant Hardiness Zone Data Reliable? - Home and Garden Talk Have you noticed that a lot of the advice about when to plant herbs and vegetables is inconsistent across the internet? Do you find that one site says to plant tomatoes on April 20th in zone 6 while another says to plant them at the end of May? If so, you may be asking yourself […]

Winter is coming! Herb gardening is a great way to scratch the gardening itch during the winter when many plants struggle to survive. Here's a guide, complete with plant suggestions, to winter herb gardening

Best Frost Resistant Herbs for Raised Beds - Home and Garden Talk Planting herbs is a way to continue your gardening hobby over the winter. Here are some frost resistant herbs to try in your raised bed garden

Here are some tips on container gardening on your apartment patio

How To Build An Apartment Patio Garden: A Useful Guide - Home and Garden Talk Are you a city dweller? That doesn't mean you can't enjoy the benefits of home grown vegetables. Your apartment patio garden plan starts here

Curious about how to properly take care of your garden hose? We have you covered!

How Long Does a Garden Hose Last? - Home and Garden Talk Spread the loveIf your garden hose is looking worn out, you may be asking yourself: When does a garden hose go bad? This is a question that many homeowners ask, as they want to know if they need to replace their hoses regularly. While the lifespan of a garden hose can vary depending on the […]

How are you watering your hydrangea? In this article we discuss the basics of hydrangea care, plus a few tips you may not know about.

The Best Soaker Hoses for Hydrangea: A Watering Guide for Hydrangea - Home and Garden Talk Spread the loveA soaker hose is a great way to water hydrangea and other flowering shrubs. If you’re looking for the best soaker hose for hydrangea, and general tips on how to water them with a soaker hose, you’ve come to the right place. The porous walls on a soaker hose allow it to emit, […]

This week's post is all about blueberries. How to care for them, especially if you're like using soaker hoses. https://homeandgardentalk.com/best-soaker-hose-for-blueberries/

Best Soaker Hose for Blueberries - Home and Garden Talk Spread the loveA soaker hose is a great way to water blueberries and other small fruit producing plants. If you’re looking for the best soaker hose for blueberries, and general tips on how to water your blueberry plant with a soaker hose, you’ve come to the right place. The porous walls on a soa...

Can a pressure washer remove oil from asphalt? Here's a guide to help you use a pressure washer to clean your driveway, patio and other concrete surfaces. https://homeandgardentalk.com/will-a-pressure-washer-remove-oil-from-asphalt/

Will a Pressure Washer Remove Oil From Asphalt? - Home and Garden Talk Spread the love The answer is yes, but it depends on the pressure washer. If you have a very powerful pressure washer, it can remove oil stains from asphalt. However, if you have a weaker pressure washer, it may not be able to remove the stain completely. Also, keep in mind that using a pressure [.....

Ever tried using dish soap in your pressure washer? If so you likely found pretty quickly that the right kind of soap matters when applying it with a pressure washer. Here's a guide on which soaps are best. https://homeandgardentalk.com/how-to-use-soap-with-a-pressure-washer/

How To Use Soap With A Pressure Washer - Home and Garden Talk Pressure washing is an effective way to blast away dirt and grime, but can soap be used with it? Click through to learn how to do it, and more.

A pressure washer is an invaluable appliance to have around the house. Useful for cleaning anything from hard to reach areas of your home to a quick cleaning of your vehicle. Our next series of posts will tackle everything there is to know about pressure washers starting with which is the best pressure gun (nozzle) on the market. https://homeandgardentalk.com/best-pressure-washer-gun/

Best Pressure Washer Gun - Home and Garden Talk Need a new washer gun for your pressure washer? Check out this guide to the best pressure washer guns on the market for some great options and advice!

Is a greenhouse heater necessary? The answer with some ways to avoid a costly purchase & energy bill. https://homeandgardentalk.com/is-a-greenhouse-heater-necessary/

Insulating a greenhouse? It may sound odd, but it can (and should in some cases) be done! https://homeandgardentalk.com/how-to-insulate-a-greenhouse/

Some gardeners still have some cold nights ahead before that summer heat kicks in. Here are some recommendations for greenhouse heaters that will prevent an unexpected frost from killing your little plant friends. https://homeandgardentalk.com/best-greenhouse-heater/

Best Greenhouse Heater - Home and Garden Talk Are you struggling to keep your greenhouse warm enough for your plants to stay happy? Take a look at the best greenhouse heaters on the market!

Some helpful tips on how to cool your greenhouse for the summer months ahead https://homeandgardentalk.com/how-to-cool-a-greenhouse/

The next few posts are all about greenhouses. We'll start with one on how to keep your greenhouse warm in cold climates.

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How To Keep A Greenhouse Warm In Winter - Home and Garden Talk Learn how to keep your greenhouse warm during the winter months so you can grow produce all through the year.

Everything you need to know about dethatching your lawn
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When To Dethatch Bermuda Grass - Home and Garden Talk Spread the loveThatch is a tight layer of stems, roots, and other vegetation that can trap your grass roots and prevent them from receiving water and fertilizer. If you’ve not had a Bermuda grass lawn before, you might be curious to know: When do you dethatch Bermuda grass? In this article, I will...

Here are the latest tips on how to make your lawn grow thicker https://homeandgardentalk.com/how-to-make-bermuda-grass-thicker/

Is your Bermuda grass getting too much sun? Here are some tips.https://homeandgardentalk.com/how-much-sun-does-bermuda-grass-need/

How Much Sun Does Bermuda Grass Need? - Home and Garden Talk Spread the loveOriginally found in India and Africa, Bermuda grass has had quite a journey around the world. Just over a century ago, settlers from these countries brought this grass over to the New World of North America, and it is now the lawn of choice for almost every home in the suburbs.  The ...

Next in our lawn care series: How to aerate your Bermuda Grass lawn https://homeandgardentalk.com/when-to-aerate-bermuda-grass/

When To Aerate Bermuda Grass - Home and Garden Talk Spread the loveBermuda grass can be a great choice for your lawn, and doesn’t need much care. However, it still requires a little maintenance now and then to be kept in the best condition – and aerating your lawn can be a great and useful way to keep your grass looking its best. However, if […...

Next up on our lawn care series: When does Bermuda grass go dormant?
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When Does Bermuda Grass Go Dormant? - Home and Garden Talk Spread the loveGrass is extremely sensitive to temperature. Have you ever seen your lawn go yellow during the summer? Exactly. The dormancy and growing cycles of the Bermuda grass are mainly determined by the temperature of the soil, however, the Bermuda grass is a little different to other grasses,...

Do you deck your yard with Bermuda Grass? Here's a write up on the best herbicides to use to keep your lawn healthy & w**d free

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Best W**d Killer For Bermuda Grass - Home and Garden Talk Spread the love Bermuda Grass is a very popular choice of grass for golf courses, but it is also used in domestic gardens also. It is a very easy type of grass to manage and control.However like any type of grass it is prone to w**ds and is known for attracting more w**ds than other […]

New Post all about Soaker Hose Irrigation. Specifically which hose to use and a guide to soaker hose irrigation for arborvitae and other in-line tree formations https://homeandgardentalk.com/best-soaker-hose-for-arborvitae/

The Best Soaker Hose for Arborvitae and Other Tree Walls - Home and Garden Talk A guide to setting up a soaker hose irrigation system for tree walls along with reviews for the best soaker hose for arborvitae.

Here's a look at all the best garden enclosure kits on Amazon and what we think of them. Give it a read to find out which is best for your yard https://homeandgardentalk.com/best-garden-enclosure-kits/

Need to move hot water from one place to another? Thinking about draining your hot water heater? Is it safe to drink or shower with that water? Here's everything you need to know

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A Summary of all the Reviews: The Best Garden Hose On the Market in 2021 - Home and Garden Talk This article will tell you which is the best garden hose on the market. Read on to find out why you can trust that advice

Ever wondered if you should be driving over that garden hose that's been lying on your driveway for months? Here's the answer and guide to doing it right. https://homeandgardentalk.com/drive-over-a-garden-hose/

Under What Circumstances Should You Drive Over A Garden Hose - Home and Garden Talk Should you drive over a garden hose? A guide on how much is too much and what how to set up a more sustainable solution.

Installing a Washing Machine in a Kitchen or Bathroom. Plus how to recycle it's greywater in your garden! https://homeandgardentalk.com/connecting-a-garden-hose-to-a-washing-machine/

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Pack a little more punch in your organic, vinegar based herbicide by putting it through a pressure washer. Here's what you need to know https://homeandgardentalk.com/herbicide-in-a-pressure-washer/

Herbicide in a Pressure Washer? What’s Safe and What’s Not - Home and Garden Talk Can you put herbicide in a pressure washer for w**d application? Not a good idea. We'll tell you why and provide an eco-friendly alternative.