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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Chippy Furniture Can Be Beautiful Garden Decor
Chippy furniture can be beautiful garden decor! So don’t get rid of those vintage or aging shabby chic pieces sitting in your garage or storage shed. All you need to do is re-imagine them in your garden. And no need for repainting. Here are some ideas to inspire you! Whether you want to convert an […]
Plant Encyclopedia: Russian Sage
Russian Sage, or Perovskia atriplicifolia, is an aromatic and beautiful plant that resists both deer and pests. The leaves and stems are aromatic, while the purple flowers catch the eye of people and insects alike. This lovely plant is drought-tolerant and a hardy, vigorous grower perfect for Zones 4-9. Sunlight Needs: Russian Sage needs an […]
February Gardening Tips to Brighten Up Your Winter
Today we’ve got your February gardening tips! You might think you can’t really do much gardening during the gray days of February, but that’s not true. There is a lot you can do. Stick around while we show you! February gardening tips are tricky, because February itself is tricky! Gardeners who live in a warmer […]
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 […]
Sun, Sun, Sun, Here We Come: Sun Loving Flowers
If you’ve got a spot of full sun in your yard, you might be wondering what flowers can survive there. It is true that some flowers aren’t up to the sweltering heat of a full sun. But there are plenty of sun loving flowers that can take the heat. You only need to choose which […]
Edible Forest Garden
In case you didn’t realize it, a forest is a hidden wonderland of edible plants! As a gardener, wouldn’t it be amazing to have an edible forest garden in your own backyard? It’s really not hard. The first step comes in knowing what forest plants are edible. Then you can narrow down the list […]
How to Design a Feng Shui Garden
Feng Shui and gardens go hand-in-hand, or at least they should! Let’s discuss Feng Shui for gardeners today. If you aren’t well-versed in Feng Shui, you’re going to learn something new. And if you have long admired the art, you’re going to get some wonderful inspiration to help you design your own Feng Shui […]
Container Gardening: Pretty in Pink
Container gardening is an awesome way to garden, but in a more manageable space. If you live in an apartment or don’t have gardening space, container gardening is the way to go. Today we are going to focus on pink flowers for container gardens. Pink flowers are popular because of the variety you can find, […]
Plant Encyclopedia: Dianthus
Dianthus barbatus is also known as Dianthus and Sweet William. Some gardeners know them as “pinks.” They are part of the carnation family, and produce a surprisingly spicy scent with faint notes of cinnamon or cloves. There are several varieties of the flowers available, and they include both annuals and perennials. Sunlight Needs: Dianthus can […]