I often forget to winterize succulents. There, I said it… Every gardener knows that while succulents are super low maintainence, they can be super sensitive to the cold if not prepped properly. Succulents are cold-hard in grow zones as low as 3, but should still be given a little TLC come winter to ensure they […]
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Bluebirds That Don’t Get The Winter Blues
Did you know that a whopping 1/3 of all bluebirds don’t migrate South for the winter? It’s true, and that means they could be hanging around your yard scrounging for seeds or other tasty snacks! Let Beesandroses.com show you how to attract bluebirds. Bluebirds are one of the only birds that don’t get the “winter […]
10 DIY Winter Bird Feeders
Brighten up your winter yard with a few DIY bird feeders! These winter bird feeders are super easy to make, and the birds will love the winter snack! Don’t miss making a few DIY bird feeders! Turn old orange rinds into a beautiful DIY bird feeder. Fill clementines, oranges, or grapefruits with this birdseed recipe […]
DIY Gardening Projects To Do Over The Winter
I woke up this morning and was greeted by extremely chilly temperatures (it was 24 degrees this morning and it’s not even December yet!) and a lovely layer of frost covering my windshield. While I managed to get all of my garden projects done before the frost hit, I can’t help but be a little […]
7 Additives that Give Your Soil a MEGA Boost
If you are like me, you’re always looking to boost the nutrients in your soil to better support the life of your plants. Instead of dumping pre-mixed fertilizers into my vegetable gardens, I like to look for more natural soil additives instead. If I’m going to be eating the plants, I need to know what […]
10 Ways to Create Privacy Without a Fence
Last updated on November 1st, 2021 at 08:34 pmThere used to be a time when you could lounge in your backyard without worrying about being seen. That was, until your neighborhood expanded! Fences are a great way to add privacy and a sense of safety to your back yard area. Contrary to popular belief, fences […]
How to Shelter Your Plants from Winter Storms
Winter sneaks up on us fast. Don’t let your plants suffer. Keep reading to learn about how to make a shelter for plants. It’s easy! Shelter For Plants Holy crap, when did it become September? I’m astounded, grateful, and amazed that I’ve made it to another Fall, and soon, another Winter! My garden, however isn’t […]
18 DIY Halloween Decor Ideas {With Lights}
After the gardening season, I so look forward to Halloween. I search the internet for some fun and easy, yet spooktacular DIY Halloween light decor. I found some great ones and some for outside as well. DIY Halloween Light Decor Who else loves DIY Halloween decorations? It’s a great way to welcome the change in […]
12 Beautiful Hanging Planter Ideas
Last updated on November 6th, 2021 at 11:09 pmOne of my favorite features in my garden is all of the hanging planters. If you ask me, a hanging planter just completes the space. Plus, these hanging planter ideas will allow you to maximize the space on your porch or patio so more plants are always […]
15 Outdoor Mosaic Projects That Will Change Your Yard
Whether you consider yourself a regular artist, or you struggle to draw stick figures, a mosaic is something almost everyone can manage. If you are looking for a piece of artwork for your yard, but are stumped about what exactly you should do, consider adding an outdoor mosaic, as they really tie yard features together. […]