We all know that plant markers are essential to keeping your sanity in the garden, but who says they have to be boring? Check out this list of creative plant marker ideas and get inspired in your garden! #1 Wine Cork Plant Markers from The Happier Homemaker #2 Chalkboard Paint Plant Markers from Handmade […]
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10 Spring Garden Chores to Prep Your Yard
As the cold, dark days of winter begin to fade behind us, the excitement and joy of spring can get us leaping outside before the yard is ready for full-on maintenance. With these ten simple ideas, you can start checking things off your to-do-list and getting ready for spring! Fix Dry Stacked Stone Walls […]
How to Get Rid of Grub Worms
Gardening is hard enough without all the addition worries about insects and animals ruining all your hard work. Grub worms are one of the worst problems to have because they not only eat your plants, but they attract animals that eat them, so you have even more problems! But, if you’ve found grub worms to […]
12 Fast Growing Shade Trees
If you are looking for shade trees for your yard, these low maintainence trees to grow are just the thing you need! Northern Red Oak. Offers broad shade, growing at least 60-75 feet wide. Source Green Vase Zelkova. Sturdy, narrow but tall shade tree that can withstand less-friendly environments. Source European Black Alder. Survives well […]
10 Perfect Trees for Your Curb
#1 Red Maple—grows well in a variety of climates and conditions, sturdy curbside tree, and of course shows off its beautiful red color in the spring and fall, it is a larger tree growing to be 40—70 feet tall, so you will need to check with your city ordinances that regulate planting trees near […]
10 Bugs You Should LOVE in Your Garden
Before you yell “Ew!” and run away, give some bugs a second look! These 10 bugs are good for your greens, also known as “beneficials,” and can be used in place of harmful pesticides. Check out this list of your greatest allies in the garden: 1. Damsel Bugs eat pests like aphids, caterpillars, leafhoppers, and thrips. […]