Houseplants can brighten up any space, bringing in a little outdoor color and freshness. But what if you don’t have a green thumb? What if, in fact, both of your thumbs are more…black? Not to worry! Here are 15 lovely indoor plants that are tolerant and easy to maintain, even if you’ve seen your […]
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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 Fast Growing Spring Vegetables
When it comes to gardening — and most other things — patience is a virtue. After putting in all the work and waiting, it’s so rewarding to finally reap the fruits (and veggies!) of your labor. But just because you’re patient doesn’t meant you have to wait forever to start harvesting. In fact, there are many […]
Easy Ways to Prune Fruit Trees
Fruit trees are ideal for growing your own fresh and juicy apples, peaches, citrus fruits and more. Sometimes, however, even seasoned gardeners are hesitant to plant fruit trees because of the perceived level of maintenance. Pruning fruit trees can seem intimidating at first, but knowing when and how to prune means healthier trees and better fruit, […]
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 […]
5 Beautiful Botanical Gardens Everyone Should Visit
Nothing calms the mind or pleases the eye like a leisurely stroll through a botanical garden. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or casual home gardener, you’re sure to find serenity — and plenty of photo opportunities — in these 5 botanical gardens. 1. Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden: This 17-acre paradise on Papaikou, Big Island boasts 2,500 varieties of tropical […]
DIY Pottery Barn Outdoor Buffet
Making a Pottery Barn outdoor buffet is a great idea! It’s cheaper than an actual buffet, and it’s really fun to put it together. Here’s a great tutorial for it, found at The Tale of an Ugly House! If you’re going to make your own Potter Barn style outdoor buffet, then you’ll want to start […]
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 […]
How To Make A DIY Rain Barrel
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 […]
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 […]