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It’s crazy to think how early we need to start thinking about how and what we are going to plant in the cool weather seasons! Planting a fall garden is great because it is such low maintenance compared to a summer garden. Our garden here is trying it’s best to get the last bit of …
In the never ending search for cute and unique garden decor or flower planters, I come across some interesting items. And by interesting, I mean ugly garden decor and planters. Do you ever find yourself looking at something and not being able to decide it’s so bad it should be banished for ever, or so …
Looking for the best plants to repel mosquitoes? Aren’t we all?! I highly doubt there is a single person who would disagree with me when I say that sitting outside and enjoying your backyard is one of life’s most simple joys. It’s so rewarding to be able to sit back and admire your slice of …
Did you know that it’s actually rather easy to grow and harvest lavender? Wouldn’t it be lovely to wake up and look out of your window and see endless fields of delicate, powdery purple and pink beautiful lavender? You no longer need to wish for a home draped in luscious purples and soft pinks. You …
When I first started gardening and growing most of my vegetables and herbs at home, I found myself getting excited to grow the things I was so used to buying in the store, like fresh garlic bulbs. I never realized how easy it was to grow and harvest garlic myself and will never look back. …
If you’re starting your seedlings for the first time, you might run into some common, but easy to fix, tomato growing problems. If you’re starting your garden indoors over the winter, you might run into the common issue of leggy tomato plants. There is so much excitement for me in watching seeds germinate and grow …
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Looking how to grow a windowsill herb garden for your kitchen this winter? Look no further, as you’ve found the kitchen indoor garden biggest fan right here. I absolutely prefer growing my own herbs at home year round both indoors and outdoors. Not only is the flavor stronger and fresher, but it’s so much more …
Growing romaine lettuce, and other crunchy roughage is super easy. There are also a ton of benefits! There is such a freshness and tenderness to home grown garden vegetables that just can’t be matched. Another benefit? You also know exactly where you food is coming from! Romaine, or Cos, is one of those vegetables that …
I was lucky enough to inherit two beautiful cedar raised garden beds from previous home owners when I moved into my new home. Lucky in that it gave me a start on getting the garden set up, but unlucky in that I typically plant into my existing garden that I had to leave behind when …
It’s cold outside, and that means we are right in the middle of winter! Are you counting the days where you can dig into your spring garden and get to work? It seems so far away where enjoying the fruits, and vegetables, of our labor are among us. While it may be a stretch away, …
Are you wondering how to pick the best mulch for your vegetable garden? Different types all serve a specific purposes. The options can be overwhelming but some basic knowledge can help guide you in the right direction. The short answer to your query is: The best one out there is actually the best one that …
While many folks have a knack for planting a garden, or have just started, it’s always a good idea to step back and remember that we all had to face Day One at some point. Every year, we walk away with so much knowledge, lessons learned, tips and tricks, and a better understanding of how …
How to build a beautiful English Garden for the front, side, or backyard garden. There