I never like to use the word “chores” (ick!) when it comes to gardening, but let’s face it…there are a few things we need to do each season to keep…
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Garden Design : Using Texture in the Garden
Garden design a little boring? Have no idea why? Chances are that your garden space needs a little shake up. The basic principles of design should come into play when planning…
Best Plants to Grow from Seed
Seed catalogs are out, (check our post on our seed catalog recommendations) and soon dedicated gardeners will be choosing what plants to grow this year from seed. We have some…
Winterizing Garden Tools!
With cold weather approaching, it might be tempting to just push all the garden tools to the back of the shed and forget about them until nest season. However, taking…
Seed Saving Tips and Ideas
When the end of the season nears, serious gardeners should think about saving seed from their own plants, to prepare for next season’s seed starting. Why save your own seed?…
Easy Fix for Fall : Flowers to Wake Up your Garden
As summer reaches it’s peak, now is the time to start thinking about fixing up the fall garden. If you plan ahead, you can be prepared with one of these…
3 Homemade Garden Sprays You Can’t Do Without
Whether you are committed to organic gardening, just want to bring fewer chemicals into your home, or just want to save some money, homemade garden sprays can take care of…
Foliage Gardens Without Flowers!
Your garden doesn’t have to be a flamboyant display of bright blooms to be a “garden”. In fact, some of the most interesting gardens in the world rely on foliage…