Spending time outside is always great, especially if it’s relaxing with friends and family. However, what’s not so great is the annoying bugs that fly around, especially mosquitos! Not only do they make obnoxious noises, but they can also ruin a great evening by making you all itchy. Here are some great plants that repel […]
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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, […]
How to Winterize Succulents
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 […]
9 Plants Perfect for Winter Gardening
Start winter gardening with these tips and tricks from Bees and Roses. I love winter gardening ideas , and these winter-friendly plants are just the thing that your garden needs! Start winter gardening with a few of my favorite winter gardening ideas today! Kale. This is one of the hardiest plants that you could have […]
8 Flowers for Fall Gardening
Do you love flower gardening? Brighten up your flower garden with these flowers for fall gardening! Fall gardening is easy with beautiful flowers like these. Perennial Sunflowers. This ‘Lemon Queen’ plant is absolutely gorgeous. It blooms in late summer and lasts through early fall, adding a fantastic flash of yellow to the flower garden. Asters. […]
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 […]
How to Keep Cats Out Of Garden Areas
How do you keep cats out of garden areas? It’s a dang good question and one I am frequently asked. While I don’t have a feline friend to call my own, my neighbor’s cat does like to wander throughout my garden. And while I don’t mind the company, cats really can be quite devastating to […]
Plant Guide: Gardenia
Gardenia is known for its sweet scent and is even known as the “Queen of Fragrant Flowers.”If you’re looking for a flower that has fragrance, you’ve come to the right place! How to Get Started: Outdoor: Get started growing Gardenia by picking a shady area of your garden that has rich soil. Supplement with 2-4 […]
Sunflower Garden … Spread a little sunshine.
Is your yard or garden looking a little worse for the wear? Finding beautiful flowers and foliage can be tough! Or perhaps, you’re looking for low maintenance flowers that continue blooming all summer long? Well, have you thought of trying a sunflower garden? If you have a sandy garden, these flowers could be just the […]
Vegetable Garden Layout Tips and Tricks
Vegetable gardeners everywhere all have one thing in common; they dream of high vegetable yields! High vegetable yields definitely mean more bang for your buck, and I’m sure all of your neighbors would gladly take any excess veggies off your hands! Read on for tips and tricks for a vegetable garden layout. Vegetable Garden Layout: […]