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Advantages Of A Drip Irrigation System

November 6, 2019 by Jenny 1 Comment

Adding a drip irrigation system to your garden is just about one of the very best things that you can do to ease the burden of watering your plants. With a drip irrigation system, you can set your watering to a timer, so you can go on vacation without worrying about your plants. Here are […]

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DIY Paint Can Containers That Are Popping With Color

August 21, 2019 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Container gardening is one of my favorite hobbies. It’s so fun to put together a gorgeous arrangement and watch it grow throughout the season! But if there’s one thing that I dislike about container gardening, it’s the fact that planters and containers can be SERIOUSLY expensive. Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on planters for […]

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DIY Bundt Pan Bird Feeder Wreaths

March 15, 2019 by Jenny Leave a Comment

 I love attracting birds to my garden! They’re so much fun to watch and I absolutely love admiring the unique coloring of the different varieties. Because I love the sweet birdies so much, I’m always looking for unique and innovative ways to make them feel at home in my garden. A great way to do […]

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Spring Seed Bombs

March 13, 2019 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Spring is in the air and my garden is definitely ready for it. Though we got a few inches of snow over the weekend, I’m confident (hopefully…) that it will melt soon and I can really start working in my garden.  Until it melts, I’ll just have to do with making these DIY seed bombs! With a […]

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DIY Mason Jar Bird Feeder

February 21, 2019 by Jenny Leave a Comment

I use mason jars wherever I can in my home and garden. If there’s anything that I’ve learned from Pinterest over the last few years it’s that there isn’t a single thing that a mason jar can’t do! They’re the worlds cure-all for any problem! While I mostly use them to store seeds and organize […]

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DIY Treehouse Ideas

February 6, 2019 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Growing up, my kiddos were absolutely obsessed with the HGTV show, Treehouse Builders. They used to dream of having their own treehouse somewhere in our huge backyard! While my kids have all grown up and have started to build their own families, I don’t think that the wish for a backyard treehouse has quite gone […]

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DIY Garden Pest Control {With Essential Oils}

September 29, 2016 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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Garden pests are tough! Get rid of them with my DIY garden pest control ideas and tricks. Learn about garden pest control with me, an use some of my garden pest control ideas and tips. What DIY garden pest control methods do you swear by? Comment below!   If you’re having a problem with squash […]

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15 Ways to Use Wine Bottles In Your Garden

September 22, 2016 by Jenny 2 Comments

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Use a wine bottle as a label for your garden. Write your herb or plant’s name on the bottle and then stick it in the ground next to the crop. You can make some fantastic torches and lights out of wine bottles. Follow the tutorial online and, if you want, you can even make them […]

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10 Natural Ways to Repel Mosquitos

June 23, 2016 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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    Citronella wax candles are a great way to make a natural mosquito repellent. They can work as a great gift for neighbors and friends to take to outdoor events too.     Instead of using harsh chemicals, make your own natural bug repellent. It’s much better for your body and will still do a […]

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22 Gardening Hacks Everyone Should Know

June 3, 2016 by Jenny Leave a Comment

22 Gardening Hacks Everyone Should Know

  Lemon rinds are GREAT seed starters! All you need to do is poke a hole in the bottom for drainage, add a little bit of soil, and then plant one or two seeds inside. Use coffee grounds in your garden soil. This will give your soil the nutrients that it needs so your plants can […]

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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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