Rain barrels serve so many purposes for your yard! They’re environmentally friendly, they save you money, and they help keep a fresh storage of water for you to use in your garden, and so much more. So, instead of going out and buying one, here’s how you can make your own with some helpful tips […]
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12 Ways to “Spring” Up Your Front Porch
Adding a sign to your porch os the best way to bring in the spring spirit to your home! It can be a small one above some flowers, or a big wooden one that you hang up. Just use whatever you think would be best! Flowers are a perfect way to bring the spring vibe […]
How to Plant Potatoes
The first thing you need to do is prepare the potatoes for planting. When you’re a week away from planting, put the potatoes in a warm spot of sun. Let the sprouts grow to about 1/4” to ½” inches long. Before you plant, cut the large seed potatoes into chunks that are about 2” wide […]
15 Outdoor Pallet Projects
One of the best outdoor projects to do with a pallet is to make a garden path. Just take the slats and use them as steps in the path! If you don’t have one already, then use pallets to make a potting bench. This allows you to organize and easily access all of your gardening […]
20 Easy Holiday Window Box Ideas
A great window box idea is the classic Christmas look. Simple green and red accents create a stunning holiday look. Decorating with ornaments in your window box is a great way to add an element of style. Pick a lighted garland with ornament accents. You could even decorate your windows with small wreaths! Ribbon is a terrific […]
17 Totally Ingenious Gardening Tips
To deter pests and other animals from getting into your garden, stick some plastic forks into the soil. The little critters won’t be able to step around because of them! If your tomatoes are too bitter, then try this trick! Mix a few tablespoons of baking soda into the soil around the base of the plant. […]
22 Ways to Decorate Your Yard for The Holidays
Make or buy this cute reindeer silhouette decoration that you can place anywhere on your porch. There are tons of different kinds of snowflakes that you can hang up around your yard. Choose between colored, plastic, or metal ones! Use festive ribbon (sprayed with water proofing spray to hang these up!) If you have […]
20 Crazy Easy One Day Gardening DIY Projects
Take an old wooden pallet, pull it apart, and turn it into a garden pathway! This is a great way to add landscaping touches to your yard and garden. A garden bench is a great addition to any garden and is surprisingly easy to make. Find a design that fits your skills level and […]
10 Ways to be a Chemical Free Gardener
A great natural way to keep your garden chemical free while maintaining its health is by attracting beneficial insects. You can bring bugs like bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects in order to take care of the garden. For example, you could plant borage flowers to help attract butterflies. Instead of using chemical weed […]
10 Composting Tips for Beginners
One of the best things you can add to your compost pile is food scraps! Not only do you put your food waste to good use, but you also save on fertilizer by putting it into the compost pile! When you are storing food scraps in your kitchen (you don’t have to take them to […]