Gardening is supposed to be about the natural life, right? Well, yes. But that doesn’t mean we can’t let technology give us a hand. Your smart phone or tablet can be quite the gardening companion. We…
Perennials For Shade That Bloom All Summer
When the garden catalogs come out and the nurseries start stocking plants, gardeners start thinking about how to get the most bloom for their buck. That can be a really tough job when you have…
How To Install Low Voltage Outdoor Lighting
One of the most effective ways to improve your curb appeal is to add low voltage outdoor lighting. Not only does it give your house a high end look on the outside, it also makes…
Update Your Garden with Dark & Dramatic Plants
If you want to add a little drama and excitement to your garden, using plants and flowers with dark colors will always fit the bill. Not only do they add subtle but sophisticated pops of color,…
Make Your Garden a Hummingbird Haven
There are over 300 species of hummingbird, and if you live in North America, chances are good you have some in your neighborhood. While they migrate to Southern Mexico and parts of South America in…
Fabulous Ferns
Growing ferns in your garden is like paying homage to the passage of time. Ferns have been on this earth for millions of years, surviving and thriving through floods, fire, and the ravages of man…
Easy & Amazing DIY Modern Plant Wall
So what do you do when your budget is limited, your backyard is small and boring, and you long for that cool “Dwell” high end vibe? You do this. Best. Project. Ever. This DIY modern…
Make Your Own Wind Chimes
I love wind chimes in the garden, and have longed for a gorgeous set for a couple of years now. Problem is, not only do they cost over $150, I would just be waiting for…
DIY Gorgeous Garden Gates
Is there anything more iconic in a garden then the gate that leads you inward to the secrets that Mother Nature has inside? Garden gates welcome a visitor in a way no mere pathway can….
DIY Modern Outdoor Planters
When spring finally starts to hit, or summer calls, or the last days of autumn shine bright, all Steve and I want to do is get out onto our patio for warm nights with good…
Marvelous Moss Gardens
If you think succulents are the only hot plant right now, think again. There’s a growing trend in the “growing” world, and that’s moss. Once regarded as a nuisance to kill in the garden, the…
DIY Sprinklers, Soakers & Drip Systems
Its kind of a no brainer that in order to have a pretty garden, your garden plants must get watered. However, if you live in an area that doesn’t get consistent water from Mother Nature,…
Hanging Baskets : 5 Secrets the Pros Use
If you’ve ever taken a vacation in a Disney park, or visited a summer resort, or walked down main street of the most charming small towns in America… you’ve probably been awed by some pretty…