Last updated on October 28th, 2019 at 12:12 am June is one of my favorite months of the year because things really start to heat up in the garden. Both metaphorically and literally! The days are finally a little longer, giving plants plenty of time to grow and stretch out in the sun. You should […]
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Spring Solutions For Winter Damage
Last updated on October 28th, 2019 at 12:12 am Though I appreciate every season of the year in some way, shape, or form, winter is one of my least favorites simply due to the havoc it creates in the garden. Snow, wind, and ice damage can ruin existing perennials and harsh conditions like these can […]
Gardener’s Almanac: A Monthly Guide To Gardening (May)
Last updated on October 28th, 2019 at 12:02 am Warmer weather is finally here to stay, at least in my neck of the woods. Though we are in for a rainy one this week, sunshine and warmer temps aren’t far behind. Last month, I finally got out to my garden and started some of my […]
Pansy Isn’t The Best Name For These Hardy Flowers
Last updated on October 27th, 2019 at 11:54 pm When I think of the word “pansy,” I think of someone who is weak, meek and rolls over quickly. But contrary to what their name may elude, these flowers are anything but weak and meek! In fact, Pansies are some of the hardiest garden flowers out […]
Pests And Their Nests And What To Do About Them
Last updated on October 27th, 2019 at 11:54 pm Anyone who’s been gardening for a substantial amount of time knows one thing, and they know it well: pests can destroy even the healthiest of gardening plots. But pests can be hard to identify, and it’s crucial you do so quickly to save your crops. Here […]
All In Good Taste-Tips For Mixing Flowers and Edibles
Last updated on October 27th, 2019 at 11:48 pm Have you ever thought of pairing beautiful flowers with edible vegetables and herbs throughout your garden? The combination can look downright stunning, that’s for sure. But the pairings of certain flowers and edibles can help reduce the risk of insects or other pests! Plus, if you […]
A Cutting Garden That Is Cutting Edge
Last updated on October 27th, 2019 at 11:47 pm If you love bouquets of fresh-cut flowers around the house, why not grow your own cutting garden? A cutting garden is a flower garden full of flowers perfect for bouquets and other cut-arrangements! How incredible would it be to go to the backyard for fresh-cut flowers […]
The Give And Take Of A Beautiful Lawn
Last updated on December 7th, 2019 at 06:35 pm I’ve been asked by tons of my neighbors how exactly I manage to keep my front lawn looking so gorgeous. And the answer is: I give it a lot of care! I never miss a fertilizing session, and I always make sure my lawn is pest […]
Gardens With Big Impact Have Big Flowers
Last updated on December 7th, 2019 at 06:36 pm I love utilizing flowers with large petals where ever I can around the garden. Decorating with large flowers adds a great bit of depth, interest, and even color to an otherwise ordinary garden. If you ask me, working with flowers with large petals are a great […]
Edible Garden Ideas And A Plant Based Recipe From The Garden
Last updated on December 7th, 2019 at 06:36 pm I absolutely love growing things that I can eat! There’s nothing more satisfying after a season of growing than indulging in the literal fruits of my labor. It’s tons of fun to cook with things from the garden! That’s why I’m sharing my edible garden ideas […]