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18 Amazing Plants That Repel Mosquitos

January 26, 2021 by Jenny 3 Comments

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Last updated on January 29th, 2021 at 01:25 amSpending 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 […]

Filed Under: All Things Garden Tagged With: plants, Mosquitos, repellent, garden, yard

Bedroom Plants: Bedtime Buddies for a Good Night’s Sleep

December 12, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Even if you haven’t been diagnosed with insomnia, we all suffer from bouts of it from time to time! And when insomnia does strike, isn’t it the absolute worst? No one likes to sit awake staring at a dark ceiling all night. If you struggle with nightly insomnia, or even just struggle with it occasionally, […]

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Indoor Grow Tents … Camping With Plants

October 1, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

I’ve always loved to grow plants indoors. Even when I was a young child, my sunny windowsills were always packed full of plants. When I moved to my current house, I was disappointed to discover that we don’t really have any great southern facing windows. Like any gardener, I tried to do what I could […]

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22 Food Scraps That Magically Regrow

September 17, 2020 by Jenny 18 Comments

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Last updated on May 29th, 2022 at 05:18 pmStop 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 […]

Filed Under: All Things Garden, Fruit, Vegetables, Useful Gardening Hints, Garden Encyclopedia Tagged With: tips and tricks, gardening, outdoor living, food, hacks, regrow, plants

10 Herbs that Grow Indoors all Year Long

September 1, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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Last updated on September 2nd, 2020 at 06:34 pmDo you love to grow your own herbs? If so, you need to know this list of 10 herbs to grow indoors all year long! Peppermint. Just put fresh cuttings in water and give them enough light to grow and be healthy. Peppermint is great for cooking […]

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Regrow Food in Water From Scraps

August 26, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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All you need is a little food scraps and water to regrow food! I’ll show you! Regrow Food Regrow food from scraps? I used to think that there was NO way I could regrow food from scraps, but it’s actually surprisingly easy! Use my method to regrow food in your own kitchen! Take the bottom […]

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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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Plants To Use Near Swimming Pools

July 9, 2020 by Jenny 1 Comment

Last updated on November 4th, 2021 at 08:38 pmI just love backyard swimming pools! There’s something so fun about having one of these in your backyard when it gets hot in the Summer! And if you ask me, the only thing more fun than playing in a swimming pool is landscaping around one! The right […]

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How to Prune Hydrangeas: a Simple Guide

July 9, 2020 by Jenny 6 Comments

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Last updated on November 7th, 2021 at 12:12 amHydrangeas are such a beautiful addition to any bouquet. There’s nothing quite like a bright, big bushel to complete a centerpiece or hair crown. However, are you familiar with pruning hydrangeas? Lucky for you, I have a great guide! Raise your hand if your favorite flowers are Hydrangeas… […]

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12 Most Resilient Ground Covers For Your Yard

July 9, 2020 by Jenny 8 Comments

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Ground covers aren’t used very often and are sometimes misunderstood. However, they’re incredibly useful and beautiful to have around. Ground covers not only help protect the soil and slow down erosion, but they also can add color and even nice smells. Here are some of the best ground covers to have around! Ground Covers Creeping […]

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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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