Sweeping snow? Are you wondering if that’s for real? Yep, it’s for real! You definitely pull out a shovel more often, but if you’re a gardener you should know when it’s the right time to pull out a broom instead. Sweeping snow is good for your garden! Here’s everything you need to know. Snow […]
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Do It On Top: Rooftop Gardening Tips
So many people of the world live in urban areas that the idea of rooftop gardening is not new. Did you know that in countries such as India and Asia, urban rooftop gardens provide jobs for retired workers and housewives? However, in some areas of North America, rooftop gardening is a relatively new practice. Today […]
Small Garden Solutions
Small garden solutions are the order of the day! If you love gardening, but your allotted space is small, don’t despair. There are ways to make that small garden seem like a little piece of paradise in spite of its size restraints. Check out these doable small garden solutions that work for every small space […]
Outdoor Kitchen Ideas: Get Your Apron On!
There’s nothing like spending the warm weather months cooking and dining in an outdoor kitchen. If you enjoy outdoor living as much as we do at Bless My Weeds, you’ll enjoy today’s post featuring outdoor kitchen ideas. Get your apron on and get ready to cook! So what does your outdoor kitchen have to have […]
12 Ways to Add Privacy to Your Patio
Your patio is a great place to hang out on a warm summer evening. But if it’s lacking in the privacy department, you probably don’t spend as much time out there as you’d like. Here are 12 different ways you can add privacy to your patio without a major renovation. 1. Drop Cloths Make a […]
33 Beautiful Front Porch Flower Pots
One of the best looks for your front porch is a simple symmetrical one. Get the same pots, flowers, and other items for your porch and then use the door as the divider. Simple and very classy. Use pots that look ancient and antique. It will add some style and dimension to your home […]
10 Tips You Should Know When Laying Brick Pavers
Line your area with landscape fabric before laying your brick and it will help to prevent any weeds from growing. Then, put down about a 4 inch layer of coarse gravel over the top of that. Lay down your gravel and then put a 1 inch layer of sand over the top. Pack it down. […]
Tips, Tricks and Design Ideas for Outdoor Christmas Lights
Since Christmas lights can get pretty expensive, it’s easy to fall into the trap of doing the same design and following the same pattern year after year. However, if you don’t want to break the bank for Christmas lights, there are still tons of ways you can improve your decorations. Here are just a few […]
Holiday Porch Decor Ideas
When the weather drops outside and the daylight hours become fewer, it’s easy to forget what the outside and entrance of your home look like. However, they’re a huge part to decorating for the Christmas season! Here are some great ideas that will help you spruce up your porch and make it really look like […]
10 Easy Ways to Spruce up Your Backyard
Now that we’re smack dab in the middle of summer, you may be discovering that your backyard isn’t as enjoyable or presentable as you hoped it would be. It’s not fun to entertain guests only to have a nasty backyard. Here are a few fun and simple ideas that can make your backyard look awesome! […]