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How to Winterize Succulents

December 10, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Winterize Succulents, Succulent Care, Winter Succulent Care, Winter Plant Care, Winter Plant Care Tips, Succulent Garden

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

December 9, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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 […]

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10 DIY Winter Bird Feeders

October 27, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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Last updated on December 5th, 2021 at 05:52 pmBrighten 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 […]

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DIY Gardening Projects To Do Over The Winter

October 7, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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 […]

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7 Additives that Give Your Soil a MEGA Boost

August 24, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

7 Additives that Give Your Soil a MEGA Boost| Soil Additives, Soil Additives for Raised Garden Beds, Soil Boosts, How to Give Your Soil a Boost, Gardening, Gardening Tips and Tricks, How to Improve Garden Soil, Soil Tips and Tricks, Popular Pin

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 […]

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10 Ways to Create Privacy Without a Fence

August 15, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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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 […]

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How to Shelter Your Plants from Winter Storms

August 11, 2020 by Jenny 2 Comments

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 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 […]

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18 DIY Halloween Decor Ideas {With Lights}

July 29, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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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 […]

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12 Beautiful Hanging Planter Ideas

July 22, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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 […]

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15 Outdoor Mosaic Projects That Will Change Your Yard

July 15, 2020 by Jenny 1 Comment

Yard decor, easy yard decor, mosaic, garden mosaics, popular pin, gardening, gardening hacks, gardening tips, easy gardening, DIY gardening, DIY landscaping, DIY yard design.

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. […]

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Hi, I’m Jenny Wallentine, a Certified Master Gardener, and lover of all things outdoors! My mission with beesandroses.com is to help you find useful, practical solutions to all of your gardening challenges--and help you love it as much as I do. I’ve come across many helpful tips and tricks to make gardening more enjoyable and more productive. You can learn how to layout your garden for a better yield, use a variety of natural pest controls, the “ins and outs” of organic gardening, and much more.

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