Agave. This plant stores water inside of its foliage. Agave also has deep-set roots so it has more access to water. Bougainvillea. Not only does this plant need very little water, but it also has absolutely gorgeous colors! Lantana. Colorful and fragrant, this is a great plant to grow around the yard. It requires no […]
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6 Succulent Care Hacks For Winter
Before you bring your succulents inside for the winter, I would highly suggest watering them one last time outside. I hate having to water my succulents inside because I have to bring them all over to the sink, wait for them to dry, put them back, etc. Water them 1-2 days before you bring them […]
20 Easy Holiday Window Box Ideas
A great window box idea is the classic Christmas look. Simple green and red accents create a stunning holiday look. Decorating with ornaments in your window box is a great way to add an element of style. Pick a lighted garland with ornament accents. You could even decorate your windows with small wreaths! Ribbon is a terrific […]
12 Festive Container Gardening Ideas
Create a classy and elegant container garden this year by making this gorgeous potted piece! Everything from the container to the actual greenery makes it look incredibly sophisticated. Choose greens like pine needles, and holly that are used to withstanding colder tempertaures. When you’re talking about gardens in winter, red is one of my favorite colors to […]
17 Totally Ingenious Gardening Tips
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 […]