Some of the first bulbs to bloom in spring, fritillaries really make a statement. Their huge, hanging, bell-shaped blooms grow in sunny or partial shade. Unlike most bulbs, fritillaries also do well in heavy, sandy, or loamy soils as long as they have adequate moisture. While these flowers are gorgeous, they are said to have […]
Make Your Garden Totally Sustainable
One of the reasons many of us garden is for sustainability. A sustainable garden helps you be more self-sufficient and environmentally friendly. It’s a no brainer! But your garden can’t be completely sustainable if you’re relying on outside sources for a lot of your needs. Here are a few ways you can make your garden more sustainable. […]
Repair Your Lawn With These Tips and Tricks
We all want to have the greenest, thickest lawn on the block. But summer heat, insects, and everyday abuse can really take its toll. You may end up with brown spots, thinning grass, and places where the grass has totally disappeared. You can only water and fertilize so much to try and compensate for that, and […]
Easy Ways to Organize Your Garden Shed
If you’re a serious gardener or just love having the best yard in the neighborhood, hopefully you’re lucky enough to have a garden shed. If so, you know how messy a shed can become. After all, when you finally pack it in for the day, you’re tired and ready for a nice, long shower — not really […]
10 Flowers That Smell Seriously Amazing
The best thing about a flower garden — besides the beautiful pops of color — is the scent. If you want flowers that bring both a gorgeous look and an irresistible smell to your yard, here are 10 flower varieties that smell AMAZING. 1. Evening Scented Stock The nickname sounds a little weird, but the […]
12 Plants That Will Bring the Hummingbirds to Your Garden
Hummingbirds can be kind of elusive, can’t they? Whenever you see one, it’s enough of a novelty to call your friends and family to come and look. If you love hummingbirds, you might have a special feeder out. But why not attract them the 100% natural way? Here are some plants and flowers that naturally […]
How to Grow Bell Peppers in Pots
Nothing says summer like sweet bell peppers. On a salad, on the grill, or just sliced up and dipped — they’re a delicious part of the warmer weather. Even if you don’t have garden space, you can grow prolific peppers by planting them in pots (say that 5 times fast!). It’s easy! Here’s how: 1. […]
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 […]
Put These Items on Your Fall Gardening To-Do List
As the weather warms up in the spring, our thoughts turn to gardening. But all too often, we realize there was a list of things we should have done in the fall to prepare for it. Here are a few things you should put on this fall’s gardening to-do list. 1. Clean-Up Many diseases and […]
How to Use Mulch to Manage Your Soil
If you love your lawn and garden, you’ve probably made friends with mulch. And who could blame you? Mulch has a lot of benefits for your garden and its soul — not to mention making everything pop. If you haven’t yet learned to use mulch to its fullest, here’s how. 1. Water Savings Mulch allows water to […]