Butterflies add a little magic and beauty to every yard and garden. They also can be very useful in pollinating. Try some of these ideas on ways to attract butterflies to your garden. Ways To Attract Butterflies 1. Plant Type and Color Butterflies are attracted to red, yellow, orange, pink, and purple blossoms that are […]
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10 Gorgeous Shade Plants That LOVE Shade
It can be hard to figure out how to properly landscape areas of shade in your backyard. Finding plants that love shade can be tricky. Fortunately, I’ve done all of the work for you! These ten shade plants would be perfect for your yard. These beauties will have you praying for some shade in your […]
12 Best Climbing Plants for Arbors and Trellises
I love how arbors and trellises turn a good backyard into a great backyard! Just the way they add style and character without being over imposing is a fantastic feature. To make those arbors and trellises even better, here are some great climbing plants for arbors and trellises. Climbing Plants For Arbors and Trellises Ready […]
How To Start Composting For Beginners
Composting for beginners probably seems like an intimidating or scary task, but in actuality, it’s pretty easy to get started! It really helps reduce the amount of waste your family is putting into a landfill while giving your garden a healthy nutrient boost! If you are ready to learn how to start composting (for beginners), […]
10 Simple Tips To Grow Strawberries
Nothing says summer quite like pulling a ripe and juicy strawberry off the stem and popping it into your mouth. Strawberries are a fantastic and popular fruit to grow, and here are some tips to grow strawberries even better this year. Are you Jonesin to enjoy the sweet taste of strawberries this summer? If so, […]
My All-Natural (and Safe!) Deer Repellent Spray
I live in the mountains of Utah and I am no stranger to deer-ravaged plants. How annoying is it to realize your entire landscaping is falling victim to a deer’s digestive system? Over the years I have tried SEVERAL deer repellents to keep my plants safe, but I wasn’t comfortable with using animal urine or […]
How To Maintain Your Holiday Plants
As I write this, it’s officially the first day of the second week in January. Already, it feels like the year is flying by at a lightning speed! Now that the holidays are over (some of you are probably saying ‘finally‘ in your head) you’re left with a messy house and tons of holiday plants […]
Indoor Palm Trees: Bring the Beach Inside
When I moved into my first apartment, my best friend gave me a gorgeous Cat Palm tree, in the prettiest little pot. It’s been more than twenty years since I first lived in that tiny apartment and that little Cat Palm in the blue pot is still holding on strong. I loved the tropical feel […]
Vertical Gardens …Go Green Inside Your Home
Vertical gardens are a fantastic option for gardeners. By growing “up!” gardeners are able to maximize the vertical space! Perfect for indoors or out, a vertical garden wall indoors is just the solution for those with limited space. Learn the vertical gardening wall basics below: Vertical Garden Wall Placement Is Important It’s true that vertical […]
Bedroom Plants: Bedtime Buddies for a Good Night’s Sleep
Even if you haven’t been diagnosed with insomnia, we all suffer from bouts of it from time to time! And when insomnia does strike, isn’t it the absolute worst? No one likes to sit awake staring at a dark ceiling all night. If you struggle with nightly insomnia, or even just struggle with it occasionally, […]