Herbs seem to have 101 uses: in food, as medicine, to add color, and so much more. It’s great to add them to your garden and backyard area, but it can be frustrating if you have to find, buy, and plant new ones every year. Get rid of some of that hassle with perennial herbs […]
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15 Creative Vertical Gardening Designs
Sometimes we simply just don’t have enough space for all the green we want to grow. There doesn’t seem to be enough yard, garden, or patio space to get all those plants and flowers we want. Instead of just growing out, grow up! Here are some great vertical garden ideas to help you maximize space […]
DIY Birdbath Projects and Tutorials
As spring is rolling around and summer will soon be upon us, it’s always nice to spend some time outside basking in the sunlight. The only thing that can make our outdoor experience even better is the sweet sound of twittering birds who have come to our backyard! In order to get those wonderful critters […]
15 Garden Mosaic Projects
Sometimes our gardens are just missing something and many times that hole can be filled by a mosaic project! Do you have some shattered ceramic or small pieces of tile? Well, if you do then you’re in luck! Take those shards, get some glue, and get ready to mosaic anything you want! Here are some […]
Perfect Ideas for Outdoor Privacy
Everyone loves a fun, outdoor get-together, except when it’s being ruined by loud or nosy neighbors! Give you and your guests some much-needed isolation from pesky neighbors with these beautiful and fun outdoor privacy ideas. Outdoor Curtains You can make this as simple or as sophisticated as you’d like! Just take old old sheets, put […]
10 Great Ways to Organize Your Shed
There’s nothing more satisfying than spending the afternoon in your garden pruning, digging, planting, and tidying up. However, there’s nothing worse than, after all that hard work, going back to your shed to see the unorganized mess of tools and junk awaiting you. Don’t ruin your gardening high with a messy shed low; here are […]
Creative Lawn and Garden Edging Ideas
Whether it’s to add some class to your lawn, keep animals out of the plants, or create a visual reminder for your kids to stay out of your flowerbeds, a garden and lawn edge can be a great addition to your yard. Here are some fun and creative ways that you can get that edging […]
Outdoor Pergola Projects
Pergolas are a great addition to your backyard to make it look more sophisticated and also provide a great spot to rest, relax, or host outdoor parties. Here are some great options to choose from so that you can make your backyard unique and take it to the next level! Stone Make fancy stone enclosures […]
Top 5 Vegetable Crops for Beginners
Have you decided to start a vegetable garden but nervous about taking the plunge? START SIMPLE with these top five easy-to-grow and familiar-to-eat vegetables. #1 Salad Greens Photo from Harvest to Table Why we love them: Continual harvesting beginning as early as 3 weeks after planting means fresh greens on your sandwich or a straight-from-the-garden salad. Lettuce […]
DIY Raised Garden Bed Projects
Raised garden beds have tons of advantages over normal gardens. They are easier on your back, they provide better drainage, they have easier access without stomping on other plants, and they keep out pesky animals. However, lots of people think a raised garden bed has to be your average wooden rectangle, but that’s not true! […]