Most people don’t realize that to have a really great lawn, the secret isn’t in piling on extra fertilizer and watering as soon as the snow melts in spring. That’s…
Browsing Category Gardening Tips & Ideas
Browse all our posts on gardening tips and gardening ideas! There is something here for every garden lover. Lots of how to’s, tutorials and tips. Topics like how to make natural and safe weed killer, secrets on how to do hanging baskets right, lawn care, how to force bulbs and so much more. Use these gardening tips and ideas to make your garden the best it can be.
Outdoor Fall Decor – Decorate a Front Porch for Fall!
There is something about outdoor fall decor. It’s gives you a welcoming feeling, and it’s full of warmth of the season to come. I love sharing that slower season with…
Growing Tomatoes in Pots – Easy, Healthy & Delicious!
Growing tomatoes in pots is easy and delicious. And it may be your best option if you want to grow gorgeous, healthy tomato plants but don’t have tons of garden…
Pilea : Chinese Money Plant Care & Propagation
What’s one of the most popular houseplants out there? We love ’em too, the Chinese money plant. Easy to grow if you know all the right care tips, but easy…
How To Dry, Freeze and Preserve Herbs
For those of you who are growing herbs in your garden this year, you may be wondering what to do with them. What do you do with that much sage,…
Where, When & How to Plant Roses!
Roses are one of the most beloved plants in gardens across the world. Seriously, when you think of the perfect garden, aren’t there at least one or two roses billowing…
How to Make Winter Garden Planters
A garden in winter is a special thing. Full of the deep, reflective quiet of nature, waiting patiently to come alive again in spring with riots of color and fragrance….
15 Gardening Gift Ideas (You’ll Want For Yourself)!
If you’re looking for gardening gift ideas for your plant parent friends (or family), you’re in the right place. Whether your sister is a house plant freak or your uncle…
DIY Outdoor Storage Benches
There is never enough storage outside on the deck, porch, or patio. I’m always having to run to the garage to look for a yard game, candles, small garden tools,…
Best Organic Garden Fertilizers You Can Make
I don’t like the idea of adding chemicals to our environment, whenever it can be helped. And let’s be honest… If you are growing your own veggies, you are probably…
Garden Shed Organization Ideas That Are Easy & Awesome
There is never a bad time to get going on garden shed organization. I mean really, it sets you up to enjoy time in your yard and garden this year,…
Zap Those Mosquitos! How to Repel Mosquitos
I happen to live in a house just one street in from a river canyon. Love the access to the canyon trails. Hate the mosquitos! In fact, they can make…
DIY Tiki Torches – Light Your Garden!
There is something magical about a summers night in the garden. Warm air, stars, nostalgia, good friends… Being in the garden at night feels like you get permission to share…