Two Minutes in the Garden: Gardening Tips, Science, Myths

• Can Weeds Reveal Soil Secrets?

  Are the weeds in our garden trying to tell us something about our soil? Is it reliable? And should we be taking action based on what they're saying?NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: How to Control Weeds Without Herbicides

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• Should You Water Plants with Ice Cubes?

  It's been a controversial suggestion for orchids for many years. It also gets recommended for houseplants in general. But is watering plants with ice cubes a good idea?NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: How to Propagate Orchids at Home

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• Are High Brix Levels the Key to Pest-Free Plants?

  Is it true that pests won't attack healthy plants? Can you really determine the health of your plant through one simple measurement? And where did these ideas come from?NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: DIY Bee House Using Scrap Lumber

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• Ants in the Garden: Harmful or Beneficial?

  We don't want them in the house, but can we trust ants around our plants? Do we need to step in and do something, or might they be beneficial in the garden?NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: 2024 Fall Hummingbird Migration (Canada & United States)

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• Vermicomposting -- It's Different From Regular Composting

  An overview of vermicomposting -- worm composting. It provides very similar benefits to the garden as composting, but can be done indoors and stay active year-round, even in colder areas.NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: How to Save Seeds: Collecting Seeds From Your Garden Plants

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