Butterflies add a little magic and beauty to every yard and garden. They also can be very useful in pollinating. Try some of these ideas on ways to attract butterflies to your garden. Ways To Attract Butterflies 1. Plant Type and Color Butterflies are attracted to red, yellow, orange, pink, and purple blossoms that are […]
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7 Simple Tips For Growing Lavender
I love to grow lavender because it is useful in a variety of different situations. It smells amazing, repels bugs and pests from your garden, plus it tastes great in tea or food! Here are tips for growing lavender at your own home. Tips For Growing Lavender 1. Space Out Plants Growing Lavender starts with […]
22 Food Scraps That Magically Regrow
Stop throwing old food scraps away, because believe it or not, there are ways to regrow food from scraps! Here are 22 foods that magically regrow when placed in water. You’ll never have to buy celery, lettuce, or green onions again. 22 Food Scraps That Magically Regrow 1. Celery Cut off the bottom half of […]
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. […]
DIY Backyard Projects
It’s warming up in my neck of the woods and I’m spending all sorts of time in my backyard. In just a few short weeks I am confident we can enjoy dinner outside again! However, if you are like me, your backyard may have taken a beating over the winter. If that is the case, […]
Outdoor Projects: DIY Trellis Ideas
I’ve always loved the look of greenery growing up some kind of trellis. It has a very “Secret Garden” feel to it, and childhood me has always yearned for something similar in my own backyard. If you’re dying for a magical look like this in your own backyard, you can make your own trellis for […]
Vintage Furniture Perfect For Outdoor Living
Winter is coming in hot, but I can’t help but kind of think ahead to next season! We lived in our backyard HARD this Summer; spending almost every free moment cozied up by the fire or lounging around catching some rays. We spent so much time outside that we really wore out my outdoor furniture, […]
How to Build A DIY Pergola
If you ask me, I think your yard says a whole lot about you! Help it say the right things with a gorgeous DIY pergola! Don’t spend a fortune on having a pergola installed, just use my simple guide to build your own. Here’s how to build your own DIY pergola: Here’s what […]
Gorgeous Pathway Plant Ideas
Finding tough plants that are tolerant to foot traffic can be really tough. Many of us want something hardy, without sacrificing pretty looks. Keep reading for my favorite plants to cover your pathways with! I love these pathway plant ideas! One of my favorite gardening blogs, Bless My Weeds (shoutout to Joy!) has a […]
14 Home Remedies for Any Kind of Garden Pest
Garden pest control can be tricky! If you’ve got a garden, chances are, you’ve got a few garden pests! It’s just a part of the process! Using pesticides in your garden can be scary, so why not go the natural method instead? Here are 14 all natural ways to get rid of the […]