My Gardening Journey

Welcome to Lawnmowing99! Over the years, I’ve learned a lot about gardening, and one of the most rewarding practices I’ve adopted is overwintering chillies indoors. It’s not something that comes easily at first, but once you get the hang of it, you’ll be able to enjoy your homegrown chillies year-round. Whether you’re trying to keep […]

Welcome to Lawnmowing99! Over the years, I’ve discovered many ways to preserve the bounty of my garden, but one of the most valuable techniques I’ve learned is how to blanch vegetables at home. It’s one of those kitchen skills that truly changed the way I approach gardening and meal prep. If you’re new to blanching,

Welcome to Lawnmowing99! If you’ve been gardening for any length of time, you’ve probably encountered ants in your garden. Some are beneficial, while others can be a real nuisance. Over the years, I’ve learned how to manage ants in a way that benefits my plants without causing harm. Through trial and error, I discovered natural

Welcome to Lawnmowing99! If you’re like me, there’s nothing more satisfying than harvesting your own homegrown cabbage. But after years of gardening experience, I’ve come to realize that growing cabbages can be tricky. A cabbage plant may grow lush and healthy, yet somehow fail to form the compact, tight heads we all expect. If you’ve

Welcome to Lawnmowing99! If you’ve ever experienced a whitefly infestation in your garden, you know how frustrating it can be. I certainly have—more times than I’d like to admit. As a gardener, I’ve had my fair share of battles with pests, and whiteflies have always been one of the trickier ones to deal with. These

Welcome to Lawnmowing99! If you’re a gardening enthusiast like me, you probably know the joy of growing plants from seed. It’s one of the most rewarding experiences in the garden. But over the years, I’ve learned that making your own seed packets can add another level of enjoyment and practicality to the process. Whether you’re

Welcome to Lawnmowing99! If you’re anything like me, there’s something incredibly satisfying about growing your own herbs. There’s a certain joy in stepping into your garden, snipping off a few fresh leaves, and adding them to your meal. One herb that has become a staple in my garden is coriander, also known as cilantro. Over

Welcome to Lawnmowing99! If you’re a gardener like me, you’re probably always looking for new, efficient ways to propagate your plants. One technique that has become an absolute favorite of mine over the years is layering, specifically when it comes to perennial plants. I’ve found that layering for perennial plant propagation is not only a

Welcome to Lawnmowing99! If you’re a gardener like me, you’ve probably encountered the odd earwig or two in your garden. While these little critters may not seem like much of a problem at first, they can cause damage to plants, especially when their populations grow out of control. Over the years, I’ve learned that managing

Welcome to Lawnmowing99! If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably found yourself yearning for fresh vegetables all year round, not just during the summer months. When I first started gardening, I was under the impression that growing vegetables was a seasonal affair—spring planting, summer growth, and fall harvest. But over the years, I’ve learned the