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 […]
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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 […]
15 Bulbs for Fall
Scilla Siberica. The color of these flowers is absolutely stunning. Plant them to get a great vibrant for your garden or yard. Hyacinth. I love everything about this flower. I love its shape and I love that it comes in so many different colors. Tulip Estella Rijnveld. This flower is incredibly gorgeous. The colors and […]
Top 5 Fall Gardening Tips
Some people believe that gardening stops in the fall, but that’s a myth! Let’s dispel the myth with the top 5 fall gardening tips to help you get the most from your fall garden. Not only will you learn how you can maximize your gardening pleasure by gardening in the fall, but you’ll also see […]
Trees That Should Be Pruned in Winter
Some people don’t realize that pruning trees is easier on the trees, and the gardener, during the winter. More specifically, the month of February is prime time for pruning many types of trees. Today’s post is devoted to tree pruning ideas, and the trees that should be pruned in winter. If you’ve ever wondered about […]
How to Care for Your Lawn in the Fall for Maximum Spring Growth
If you’ve ever been disappointed in how quickly your lawn greened up in the spring, you might have wondered if you prepared it well in the fall, before the winter cold hit it hard. If you want the greenest, thickest lawn in the neighborhood next spring, here are the steps you need to take this […]
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 […]