To deter pests and other animals from getting into your garden, stick some plastic forks into the soil. The little critters won’t be able to step around because of them! If your tomatoes are too bitter, then try this trick! Mix a few tablespoons of baking soda into the soil around the base of the plant. […]
22 Ways to Decorate Your Yard for The Holidays
Make or buy this cute reindeer silhouette decoration that you can place anywhere on your porch. There are tons of different kinds of snowflakes that you can hang up around your yard. Choose between colored, plastic, or metal ones! Use festive ribbon (sprayed with water proofing spray to hang these up!) If you have […]
20 of the Best Outdoor Holiday Decorations
Hang a wreath on the door, by a window, on the porch rails, or use mini wreaths to decorate each of your windows! There are tons of ways to DIY wreaths, or you could purchase my favorite here. Repurpose any old logs you have left over from your fall garden clean up. Cut the size […]
Backyard Lights: 10 Beautiful Back Yard Lighting Ideas
You can make your own version of these or you can get lighted rocks/planters that you can place around your yard. Not only do they act as great decorations throughout the day, but they provide just the right amount of backyard lighting when the sun sets. This is a great option if you have a […]
20 Crazy Easy One Day Gardening DIY Projects
Take an old wooden pallet, pull it apart, and turn it into a garden pathway! This is a great way to add landscaping touches to your yard and garden. A garden bench is a great addition to any garden and is surprisingly easy to make. Find a design that fits your skills level and […]
10 Ways to be a Chemical Free Gardener
A great natural way to keep your garden chemical free while maintaining its health is by attracting beneficial insects. You can bring bugs like bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects in order to take care of the garden. For example, you could plant borage flowers to help attract butterflies. Instead of using chemical weed […]
15 Ways to Decorate Your Christmas Front Porch
If you have any leftover ornaments, then put them to use on your porch! This is a great idea. Just hang them with ribbon from the railings or from the top of your porch for a cute decoration! Use a sled as a fun decoration on your porch. It gives a great rustic feel […]
Epsom Salt: 10 Uses for It (In Your Garden)
When you’re starting your garden, use salt to help the seeds germinate! Just add 1-2 tablespoons per seed hole or 1 cup of salt for every 100 square feet of tilled soil. If you add some Epsom salt to your soil, then this can help it increase nutrient absorption so that the soil becomes […]
10 Composting Tips for Beginners
One of the best things you can add to your compost pile is food scraps! Not only do you put your food waste to good use, but you also save on fertilizer by putting it into the compost pile! When you are storing food scraps in your kitchen (you don’t have to take them to […]
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 […]