Gardening for Pollinators – Plants to Attract Bees and Butterflies
Bringing the Buzz Back to Your Backyard It almost sounds too good to be true, but some of the best plants to attract beneficial insects to your garden are also easy to grow, beautiful, and require minimal maintenance. It’s as if nature really values pollinators or something! The secret? Focus on native plants that flower […]
Container Veggies – Grow Vegetables Anywhere
The Joy of Container Gardening I’ve had the privilege of growing vegetables in containers for the better part of two decades now, and let me tell you – it’s been quite the journey! From my humble balcony garden in grad school to the lush oasis on my current deck, container gardening has opened up a […]
Plant a Cutting Garden for Fresh Bouquets All Season
The Joys of Growing Your Own Flowers As I stroll through my backyard garden, scissors in hand, I can’t help but feel a sense of pure delight. The colors, the textures, the ever-changing blooms – it’s a veritable feast for the senses. And the best part? I get to pluck these beauties and bring them […]
Savor the Scents – Fragrant Plants for Your Garden
The Allure of Fragrance in the Garden I don’t know about you, but oftentimes a scent will transport me back in time more vividly than any visual. The other day, as I was strolling through the greenhouse, the sweet aroma of blooming petunias instantly conjured memories of my childhood spent tending to the flower beds. […]
Gorgeous Grasses – Ornamental Varieties for Texture and Movement
Discovering the Beauty of Bottlebrush Grass As a passionate gardener, I’m always on the lookout for plants that can add depth, movement, and visual interest to my outdoor oasis. And let me tell you, I recently stumbled upon a hidden gem that has completely stolen my heart – the captivating Bottlebrush Grass. It all started […]
A Woodland Retreat Right in Your Own Backyard
The Crash in the Night Even though this story begins with a crash in the middle of the night, it’s not about a car accident or a home invasion. No, the real drama unfolds when a couple of heavy wooden shelves suddenly come tumbling down the hallway, sending family photos and framed memories crashing to […]
Building Garden Beds and Borders With Stone
The Stony Path to Raised Beds I’ll admit, when it came to building our raised garden beds, I was a bit of a rookie. Sure, I had visions of lush, bountiful veggies nestled in perfectly manicured beds, but the reality of actually constructing them? That was a whole other story. But as luck would have […]
Capturing a Cottage Garden Charm in Your Own Backyard
As I stood in the heart of a verdant oasis, surrounded by cascading wisteria, vibrant azaleas, and the sweet scent of citrus, I couldn’t help but feel transported to a bygone era. This was no ordinary garden – it was a captivating blend of old-world charm and modern elegance, a true testament to the timeless […]
Crafting Tranquility With Simple Stone Garden Features
Unlocking the Secrets of Zen-Inspired Landscaping In the realm of outdoor design, few concepts embody tranquility and balance as profoundly as the Zen principles rooted in Japanese garden design. Inspired by the serene landscapes of Japan, Zen-inspired hardscapes weave together elements of nature, simplicity, and contemplation to create spaces that transcend the ordinary. Let’s embark […]
Bring Your Garden to Life with Water Features
Bring Your Garden to Life with Water Features A Lifelong Fascination with Water I have to admit, I’ve had a fascination with water in the garden all of my life. As a child, a pond was high on my list of priorities. My first pond was a tin baby bath sunk into the ground, and […]