The Benefits of Using Mulch in Your Garden
Discover the Magic of Mulch: Transforming Your Garden into a Lush Oasis As a passionate gardener, I’ve learned that one of the most valuable tools in my arsenal is something you might easily overlook – mulch. Yes, that humble layer of material spread around your plants can work wonders, transforming your garden into a thriving, […]
Easy Garden Crafts to Do With Kids This Summer
Summer is a magical time, filled with sunshine, warm breezes, and the vibrant colors of blooming gardens. As a mom, I cherish the opportunity to get my kids outdoors and immersed in the wonders of nature. And what better way to do that than through some easy and delightful garden crafts? Embrace the Garden Gnome […]
Tricks and Tools to Help You Plant Perfectly Straight Garden Rows
The Humble 2×4: Your Key to Gardening Perfection As a self-proclaimed garden perfectionist, I’ve tried just about every trick in the book to achieve those pristine, ruler-straight rows in my vegetable patch. From painstakingly stretching strings between stakes to meticulously tracing furrows with a hoe, I’ve put in the elbow grease to make sure my […]
Winterizing Your Garden Properly For Next Spring
Putting Your Garden to Bed for the Winter As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, it’s time to start thinking about winterizing your garden. Now, I know what you’re thinking – “Winter? But I’m still enjoying the last of my summer blooms!” Trust me, I get it. It can be hard to […]
Turn Your Lawn Into an Organic, Eco-Friendly Space
The Joy of Meadows I have grown more and more excited over the years about replacing the turfgrass on my 5-acre property with meadow. In my travels with colleagues and on vacations, I have been exposed to some incredible examples of what’s possible. A real “aha” moment for me came in Margaret Roach’s yard while […]
Creative Uses for Rain Barrels in the Garden
Discovering the Beauty and Utility of Rainwater Harvesting As I strolled through my neighbor’s lush, well-tended garden, I couldn’t help but admire the stunning display of vibrant flowers and verdant foliage. What really caught my eye, however, were the charming rain barrels strategically placed throughout the landscape. These unassuming containers not only served a practical […]
How to Create a Zen Garden Retreat at Home
Unleashing the Essence of Zen: Designing Your Tranquil Oasis Have you ever wandered through an Asian-inspired garden, feeling an immediate sense of calm wash over you? The serene landscapes, the carefully placed elements, and the overall feeling of Zen have a way of transporting us to a place of inner peace and reflection. If you’ve […]
The Best Low-Light Houseplants for Indoor Gardening
Struggling with Low Light? You’re Not Alone Spring is here, and plants are on my mind. I’d consider myself to have a green thumb, but ever since moving into our current home, I’ve struggled to keep indoor houseplants alive. I’m the girl who comes from a family of gardeners, has had 20 houseplants at a […]
Gorgeous Plant Varieties to Grow from Seed
A Seed-Starting Adventure Like No Other As a passionate gardener, I’ve always been drawn to the magic of growing plants from seed. There’s just something so rewarding about nurturing those tiny specks of life, watching them unfurl into vibrant, gorgeous blooms. And let me tell you, when it comes to sheer visual impact, few plants […]
How to Grow a Vegetable Garden in Small Spaces
Conquering the Concrete Jungle: My Journey to Cultivating Crops in the City I’ll never forget the day I decided to transform my barren balcony into a lush, edible oasis. I had just moved into my cozy city apartment, with nary a patch of soil in sight – just concrete as far as the eye could […]