Nothing is more impressive than a shade garden full of lush greens and statement plants. And nothing is more pleasant on a hot summer day than sitting in the shade of your own garden. If you’re longing for a piece of paradise that will be both functional and beautiful, here are several ways to create it […]
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Know Your Grow: The Best Vegetables Based on Grow Region
One of the most important factors in successful gardening is knowing what grows well where you live. Knowing your growing zone is extremely helpful. If you don’t know yours, this US zone map can help you. Once you know, you can look for plants that are likely to do well there. If you’re just starting out or aren’t sure […]
Made in the Shade: 12 Ways to Create Shade in Your Backyard
Summertime is the best time for hanging out in the backyard. But sadly, that often comes with blistering heat that makes you want to stay inside. What is an outdoor lover to do? Take every opportunity to sit in (and create) some shade, where temperatures are significantly cooler. Here are some fun ways to create […]
10 Ways to Naturally Get Rid of Dandelions and Other Garden Weeds
6 Crops to Begin Growing in March
When March arrives and the weather starts to warm up a bit, many gardeners start planning out their crops. The great news is that you don’t have to wait until Memorial Day to get a jump on the season. In fact, here are 6 garden crops you can start growing this month, right inside your home or […]
9 Ways to Transform Terra Cotta Pots
We’ve all got them sitting around our house or yard: those terra cotta pots we once loved. Perhaps now you don’t have much use for them, or feel they’re out of style. And yet, you can’t seem to throw them away. With these 9 tips, you’ll be able to give those old pots an easy makeover, bringing […]
Safe Ways to Get Rid of Bees
Bees are essential. Without these busy little pollinators, we wouldn’t be able to grow our own food or harvest the sweet honey they produce. However, when they come buzzing around our backyard barbecue or even inside your home, they can be a real nuisance…even harmful. Thankfully, there are many ways to get them — especially the […]
9 Seeds to Start in February
If you love to garden, you probably have a hard time waiting until the weather cooperates with your itchy green thumb. Maybe being out in the warm sunshine is your favorite part of the gardening season, but there’s no reason why you should have to wait until it really warms up outside to start your […]
18 Ways to Create a Garden on a Balcony
1. Use containers: Container gardening lets you move your plants on a whim to take advantage of the changing sunlight, and weeds will be kept to a minimum. Tomatoes, peppers, and herbs, and more do well in containers. 2. Get a kiddie pool: No joke! A cheap plastic pool can easily be filled with garden soil and turned […]
20 DIY Gardening Projects Perfect for Spring
This project is great because you can do it with your kids, each of you can make your own! A garden stone is so pretty and adds a lot of personality to your garden. Use an empty wine bottle or something similar to make an automatic waterer. You just stick it in the soil of […]