A while back, I built a pond for my backyard. You can find that project over here, but I thought I’d also put together some of the best DIY backyard pond…
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The Best Plants for Hummingbirds in Your Garden
If you’re looking to create a garden that attracts hummingbirds, you’re not alone. We recently asked our newsletter subscribers to share which plants their hummingbirds loved most, and the results…
13 Flowering Trees to Plant for Beautiful Spring Blooms
There is nothing more refreshing and encouraging than the sight of gorgeous flowering trees showing off their spring blooms after a long winter. You can’t help but feel happy, uplifted,…
Surprisingly Effective Homemade Weed Killer Recipes: DIY Solutions that Really Work
None of us like weeds in our garden. We want what we planted to be what we planted! It’s easy to want to do whatever it takes to get rid…
When and How to Prune Hydrangeas
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, mastering the art of hydrangea pruning can elevate your garden’s beauty. Understanding the intricacies of when and how to prune these…
15 Drought Tolerant Perennials for Low Water Gardens
No matter where you live, being water wise is the smart way to garden. And if you live in drought stricken or prone areas, it’s a must. While I love a…
Step by Step! : DIY Garden Steps & Outdoor Stairs
Unless your yard and garden are perfectly flat, chances are at one time or another, you’ve thought, “Wouldn’t some garden steps be nice there?” Or, even more ambitiously, outdoor stairs?…
Stunning Rock Garden Ideas for Landscaping on a Slope
If you aren’t lucky enough to have a flat lot, don’t give up your garden dreams. These rock garden ideas are perfect for landscaping on a slope, and they are…
Floating Deck Ideas – 10 Ways to Build One Yourself!
Decks don’t always have to be attached to the house to give you an effective place to gather and entertain. In fact, floating decks, or decks that are set away…
Great Ground Covers for your Garden
Groundcovers are great for covering larger areas of soil quickly, and with low maintenance. They control soil erosion, suppress weeds, act as a natural mulch under shrubs and trees, and…
Privacy with Plants
Privacy is a big concern in our gardens. While we love our neighbors (ok, we hope to be lucky enough to love our neighbors), having that private space when you…
Easy DIY Fire Pit Idea in 5 Simple Steps!
I love what a fire pit does for any yard or garden. It brings family and friends together and makes any garden into a warm, welcoming place to let go…
How to Grow Cactus Plants (or even a Cactus Garden!)
Cactus gardens are amazing, gorgeous, and nature’s miracle all in one. If you think that growing cactus plants in your garden isn’t possible, think again. Cactus and succulents are one of…