VideoTips

Releasing Beneficial Insects in Your Garden
Control garden pests biologically with "natural enemies"
— with Jaret Daniels

Lashing a Bamboo Trellis
The most important part of making a bamboo trellis is holding the canes together
— with Michelle Gervais

Seed-Starting Pre-Treatments
Most seeds germinate readily, but others may require a few extra steps to achieve good results
— with Adrianna Vargo

What Deer Damage Looks Like
Shrubs and trees may look like they've been groomed with a canopy but the leaves and branches have actually been eaten away
— with John Van Etten

Trim a Hedge with Straight Edges
For straight sides and a flat top, use stakes and string as a guide
— by John Sosnowski

Feeding and Mulching Roses
When roses start making their growth, it's time for maintenance beds
— with Andrew Schulman

Ornaments in the Garden
Liven up the landscape with artfully placed works of whimsy
— with Eve Thyrum

Fall Leaves Make a Great Natural Mulch
Rake them in the fall, save them until spring, and spread them on your garden beds
— with Sydney Eddison

Select the Right Shovel
Any old shovel won’t do -- so how do you choose?
— with Bob Denman

Planting Garden Roses in Containers
Choose rose varieties that are naturally compact
— with Andrew Schulman

Making Compost
A balanced organic mixture, properly layered, creates a rich soil additive
— with Lee Reich

Dig in and Don't Hurt Yourself
The proper technique won't keep you from being tired, but it can save your back
— with Bob Denman

Ridding Your Garden of Slugs and Snails
A non-toxic solution for a most destructive pest
— with Andrew Schulman