I have to admit, I’ve become a sucker for those miniature garden worlds called fairy gardens. The ability to create a scene or a memory in a garden that can…
Repurposed Doors : Old Door Ideas for the Garden
I love a charming garden project. Something creative and a bit unexpected, that has all the attributes of good art with all the care and concern of an aged and…
Forcing Spring Bulbs – How To
When the dark days of winter have set in, many of us long for spring to come early! Not only can you find ways to bring it on a little…
Rusty Metal Garden Decor & Metal Yard Art
I’m a big fan of certain things in the garden… stone, concrete, metal and wood. I think it’s because even while some of these things are not organic in their mentioned forms,…
Quick Tip: How to Grow a Pineapple Plant!
It’s no secret to anyone who went through kindergarten that you can grow plants from some of the cuttings of common vegetables. But for those of you about to head…
12 Top Poisonous Plants – Are They in Your Garden?
When you have pets or small children, what is planted in your garden is something you need to be aware of and proactive about. No one can rid their garden…
Indoor Cool Cactus & Succulent Projects
If you are looking for an indoor gardening project that is cool, easy and just a little bit trendy, cactus and succulent projects are for you! Here we found for…
DIY Dry Creek Beds
If you want to make a dramatic statement in your garden, without a lot of maintenance, Â a DIY dry creek beds are the way to go. It gives your yard…
How to Grow Dahlias
If your garden looks tired at the end of the season, but your neighbors’ is full of color and texture, chances are they may be growing dahlias. Dahlias bloom from…
How To Harvest Vegetables For The Best Flavor!
It’s that time of year again! Late summer and early fall is prime time for fresh vegetables in the garden. If you were lucky enough to grow some of the…
How to Make Your Garden Lush!
Want a lush garden? Join the club; who doesn’t? A lush garden creates a sense of history, privacy and beauty. You can have a lush feel to your garden space…
Palm Springs Desert Gardening: Lessons in Texture, Beauty and Form
A few weeks ago Steve and I took a quick trip down to lovely Palm Springs to check out…well, Palm Springs! But while we were there, we visited a lot…
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?…