Summer is one of the best times of the year. But with summer comes an obnoxious amount of household pests–especially ants. Let’s face it, nothing kills a mood quite like opening the sugar container only to see a group of ants helping themselves! The good news is that you can conquer those ants before they […]
10 Cheap Ways to Update Your Lawn Edging
Edging can add a clean, manicured look to your lawn and garden. Unfortunately, the materials can get pretty pricey — especially when you need a lot of it. To help you improve the look of your garden on a budget, here are 10 inexpensive ways to give your lawn edging an update. 1. Cinder Block […]
7 Alluring Paths for Slopes
If you have a slope on your property, you know they can be difficult to maintain. It can also be a challenge to prevent erosion and navigate the space to access gardens or your outdoor patio. If you have a slope in your yard that you aren’t sure what to do with, here are 10 […]
Composting for Beginners: 3 Mistakes to Avoid
Interested in learning about composting for beginners? You’re in the right place! Composting is an economical and environmentally friendly way to create your own nutrient-rich soil for your garden. It’s not a difficult process, but if you’re composing for the first time, there are some common mistakes a lot of beginners make. If you’re interested […]
Tips For How to Revive Wilted Hydrangeas
Every hydrangea-loving gardener should know how to revive wilted hydrangeas. Because in spite of our best efforts, the heat can sometimes get to them. Here’s how to get them looking good again! How to Revive Wilted Hydrangeas Have you ever gone out to look at your hydrangeas, only to wonder what happened to them? It’s […]
20 Veggies for Fall Gardening
Lettuce is a relatively fast growing vegetable and grows well, even in the colder weather of fall. In fact, cold weather can make it super crisp! Swiss chard requires a bit more attention than other vegetables, but it’s a great plant for fall. Begin growing them inside 10 weeks before the first frost and, after […]
10 Herbs that Heal
While new types of medicine and drugs may seem to have all the answers to our physical woes, there are actually tons of herbs that help just as well (or better) with the healing process. Here’s a list of 10 herbs that you can start growing in order to have your own healing herbs on […]
Garden Trellis Projects
Lots of plants grow vertically and so a trellis or some sort of support is needed in order for them to reach max productivity. Also, some flowers can look even better when they’re arranged on an elegant trellis design! Here are some great DIY garden trellis ideas that you can try in your backyard! DIY […]
10 Ways You Can Improve Your Garden with Coffee Grounds
You may not know this, but humans aren’t the only ones who love their coffee. Plants, soil, and even worms love a nice, warm serving of coffee, but they’re usually okay with just spent coffee grounds. Coffee grounds in the garden has numerous benefits and advantages, and here are just a few of them! Tip: […]
10 Inviting Backyard Ideas To Inspire You
Today’s post is all about inviting backyard ideas. If you feel like your own backyard is not that great, the good news is that it’s easy to change it. Take a look at 10 ways to make it more inviting! Inviting Backyard Ideas So all you have in your backyard is a patch of grass […]