You know what it’s like: springtime hits, and your yard seems stuck in a case of the winter “blahs.” Then you remember all the things you forgot to do in October and November that could have prevented this funk. If you want your yard and garden looking great early in the spring, you’ve got to […]
12 Haunting Yard Ideas for Halloween
Whether you leave them up for the month or just long enough to greet trick-or-treaters during the witching hour, your yard sets the tone for the entire Halloween experience. If you want it to be extra memorable this year, here are 12 hauntingly good ideas for decorating your yard this Halloween. 1. Pumpkin Kitty Have you […]
Here’s Why You Should Be Growing Mint!
There is nothing like the fresh scent of mint. The foliage not only smells fantastic, but it also looks great in your garden or in pots on your porch or deck. If you love the smell and flavor of fresh mint, that should be reason alone to grow it. But here are several more reasons […]
How to Reuse Banana Peels — in the Garden!
Bananas are yummy, but they’re also practical. Want to know why? If you and your family love bananas, you probably end up with a lot of peels in your garbage, especially if you make banana cream pie or banana bread. But there is no reason to throw those peels away. In fact, they have a […]
How to Build Your Own Greenhouse
Have you ever dreamt of having your own greenhouse? If you’re a gardener, you’ve probably at least given it some thought. And if you have a little bit of DIY skill, you can actually build it yourself. Here are several options. 1. The Upcycle Save up your plastic bottles and you can use them to […]
Indoor Plants That Need Little Sunlight
If your home lacks large windows, skylights, or even a patio door, you might think you don’t have enough sunlight to grow robust houseplants. But guess what? There are many varieties of plants that do great indoors, with low levels of sunlight. Here are several options you might want to look for the next time […]
How to Plant Bulbs This Fall (for Maximum Spring Growth!)
If you want gorgeous new perennial flowers in the spring, you’ll want to consider planting those bulbs in the fall. Fall’s cooler weather and winter’s moisture will help those bulbs give you maximum growth when the days start getting longer again. For a bloom-filled spring, here is a little guidance for planing bulbs. 1. Choose […]
Landscaping Ideas Perfect for Your Side Yard
We usually have a pretty good idea on what we want to do with our front yard or back yard, but what about the side yard? All too often, we end up neglecting it or simply putting in grass or gravel. But if you’re willing to put in a little work, you can actually turn […]
Plants Perfect for Small Spaces
Ever thought you can’t garden because you don’t have a big enough garden spot or backyard? Just because you have a small space doesn’t mean you can’t grow some amazing plants — even edible ones. Here are several different edible plants you can grow yourself — even if you live in an apartment. 1. Avocados […]
Tomatoes Not Turning Red? Here’s Why
You know the feeling — you plant your favorite type of tomato plants, then water and wait. And wait. And wait. For some unknown reason, your tomatoes grow and look fabulous…but stay fabulously green. If you’re tired of being patient and you’re ready for those tomatoes to ripen on the vine, here’s what you can […]