No — Irish Spring soap does not keep mice away. Video evidence shows mice actively approach, climb on, chew, and even carry off bars of Irish Spring soap. It is not an effective mouse deterrent and you should not…
Yes deer eat mums. Contrary to popular belief, chrysanthemums are not toxic to deer. Deer will readily eat mums when they encounter them in gardens, and the plants are considered a preferred food source, not just an incidental snack. Protecting…
They resemble an ostrich mixed with a camel and a standard poodle. They are thin, tall, and cuddly looking. They have the softest hair and extremely cheap to keep as livestock. They are the Alpacas. If you love having animals…
Pruning trees and shrubs is essential for many reasons. Pruning helps in the growth and development of new trees while it is also good for mature trees. It prevents unwanted growth in mature trees and helps remove the infected and…
Yes, you can mow wet grass, but I strongly recommended against. The main risks include slipping and falling, grass clippings clumping and leaving your lawn looking patchy, stained clothing, and — if using an electric lawnmower — the risk of…
Sharp gardening shears not only make your pruning and trimming tasks easy, but they also save you time and reduce the chances of injury. Are your garden shears blunt and would love to improve their efficiency? Here is a step…
The second the sun comes out, half the neighborhood fires up a grill. I get it. There's nothing like the smell of meat hitting hot metal on a warm evening. But here's the thing. Outdoor cooking has a way of…
Seeding a lawn from scratch produces a dense, healthy turf when done with the right grass variety, correct timing, and proper soil preparation. The process involves six key steps: choosing the right seed for your climate, timing the seeding to…
The 9 essential gardening tools every garden owner should have are: a spade, garden fork, hand rake, wheelbarrow, garden hoe, soil knife, hand trowel, garden hose, and garden gloves. These cover digging, soil preparation, watering, debris management, and hand protection…
If you love trying out different food styles, you might have thought about trying out yakitori style Japanese food. Unlike with the regular food varieties that you can make at your regular kitchen, you will need to invest in a…