We all love a crisp apple or a zesty lemon, but the taste of fresh fruit is so much better when you know it comes from your own backyard. However, it can often be difficult, frustrating, and incredibly time consuming to actually get those fruit to grow! Here are some helpful tips on how to […]
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Tips and Tricks to Keep Plants Blooming
One of the most frustrating things that can happen to a gardener is to put a ton of hard work into a great looking garden…only to have all your plants die or barely bloom at all! Don’t let that disappointment get to you this year; here are some great tips and tricks to keep plants […]
Climbing Roses: 12 Incredible Tips
Is there anything more beautiful than seeing a wall or roses? I don’t think so! Here are some incredible tips for climbing roses! Climbing Roses Tips If possible, plant your climbing roses early in the season. This will give them the most potential to establish a sturdy root system before the winter frost hits. Technically, […]
Rusted Metal Outdoor DIY Projects and Landscape Ideas
Nothing seems to be more useless and ruined than our metal tools and objects that get all rusty. However, with a little creativity and an artistic touch, you can turn that used-to-be rusted junk into great decorations and projects for your backyard! Here are just a few rusted metal outdoor DIY projects to get you […]
Plants That Repel Flies- 11 Beautiful Ideas
With more windows being opened, more time spent outside, and all of nature coming alive, it can be extremely frustrating when flies begin to infest your home and yard. Don’t settle for ugly fly traps or hazardous chemicals; simply choose some plants that repel flies. Here is a list of a few that can keep […]
How to Grow Fruit Trees in Containers
Who needs a big piece of land to grow fruit? Nobody, really. Here’s some helpful info about how to grow fruit trees in containers. How To Grow Fruit Trees in Containers Container The first step is choosing the container. It needs to be big enough without endangering the roots of the tree. Depending on the […]
13 Amazing Stepable Plants
These gorgeous ground-covers are feet friendly! They make for great fillers between stepping stones and pathways, or even as lawn substitutes. Here’s a list to introduce you to some of the best varieties for stepable plants and in addition, valuable info about each plant. Stepable Plants 1. Ajuga Chocolate Chip A member of the Lamiaceae […]
Spring Garden Projects To Work On In The Winter
If you think gardening is over because winter is here, think again! There are actually a lot of spring garden projects to work on in the winter. Garden projects that you want ready when spring comes are easily worked on inside during the winter when you can’t work outside. Such projects are a great way […]
How To Make Gorgeous Winter Planters For Your Front Porch
Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean your front porch planters can’t be showstoppers! Winter definitely has its own kind of beauty, you just need to know how to take advantage of it. Here are some ideas to help you make gorgeous front porch winter planters. Front Porch Winter Planters Tips for Winter Planters Use a […]
Fall Lawn Maintenance: Should You Power Rake Or Aerate?
Do you know that there is more to fall lawn maintenance than raking up the leaves? Getting the leaves off the lawn before winter is very important, but it’s not the only thing to think about. Once the leaves are gone, your lawn will benefit from a good dose of oxygen to the roots. You […]