Don’t Rely on Plant Hardiness Zone Maps
One thing that gardeners should know when they are planting trees, shrubs, and vegetable gardens is what Plant Hardiness Zone they are located in. For… Read More »Don’t Rely on Plant Hardiness Zone Maps
Rick Simper has various hobbies, including woodworking, metalworking, composting, and gardening. He is an Architect full time and uses these hobbies to get away from the busy week of Architecture.
One thing that gardeners should know when they are planting trees, shrubs, and vegetable gardens is what Plant Hardiness Zone they are located in. For… Read More »Don’t Rely on Plant Hardiness Zone Maps
One of the many topics I see posted on various social media channels is the screening of worm castings. Many people ask this question…”How do… Read More »Do You Really Need to Screen Your Worm Castings?
There are many types of worm bins that suit the needs of each person. Some bins are designed for outdoors, while others are designed more… Read More »Why are my worms escaping?
Project Overview The Flat Roof Birdhouse is a project you can build within a couple hours. Build this with a wood of your choice, such… Read More »Build a Flat Roof Birdhouse
I enjoy being creative and making things, and it is extra enjoyable when I make something that is a little more creative. These Cute Little… Read More »Cute Little Wooden Turkeys (Free Plans!)
A workshop, whether it be a single or two car garage attached to your house or one that is separate, or a shed, a metal… Read More »What to Look for in LED Workshop Lighting
One of the greatest things I like about woodworking is checking out the many different species of wood. Some are easy to work with, others… Read More »Wood Characteristics – Lignum Vitae
Vermicompost is a method of composting that involves worms. The worms have an environment that contains them and you give them certain food scraps and… Read More »What is Vermicompost?
If you have been reading some of my previous articles, you may have figured out that my family enjoys raising various insects and watching them… Read More »The Life Cycle of a Butterfly
Most of us know what a Ladybug is. They are also known as a Lady Beetle or Ladybird Beetle. There is actually a lot more… Read More »The Life-Cycle of a Ladybug