Gardening

Invasive plant species are a growing concern in many parts of the world, but their impact is not uniform across all regions. Some locations experience far more severe infestations than others, often leading to ecological imbalance, loss of native biodiversity,…

Across centuries and continents, plants have been chosen not just for their beauty, but for the atmosphere they create—whether gracing the edge of a sunlit porch, perched elegantly on a kitchen windowsill, or anchoring a garden in timeless luxury.  These…

The Lettuce Grow hydroponic farm stand is a bit pricey, but this is the EASIEST and fastest way to grow your own produce. The nutrients and consistent water schedule juices up the plants and because everything is off-ground and running…

Gardening doesn’t have to take up all your free time. With the right outdoor planters, you can enjoy plants without spending hours caring for them. People with busy schedules or limited space often look for simple ways to keep their…

Imagining a water garden often brings to mind underwater creatures and calm reflections, with gentle sounds of nature surrounding it all. Creating such a tranquil oasis involves more than digging a hole and adding water; incorporating accessories is key to…

Summer’s bounty is winding down, but don’t let those last juicy tomatoes go to waste! We have been cranking out tons of delicious cherry tomatoes with our hydroponic Lettuce Grow, and have had to come up with creative ways to…

Spring is a time for fresh starts, and that includes what’s available at the grocery store.  Many of the crops bursting from the ground are green and leafy, so it’s like nature’s way of cramming a ton of good stuff…

I have bulbs that seemingly pop up out of nowhere every year in my yard. It’s an amazing feat actually, as I do absolutely nothing to care for them. Over the years I have popped a few here and there…

If you’ve got a garden or yard that could benefit from a bit of improvement, now is a great time to give it a makeover.  However, some gardens can become a bit too manicured or flat once they’ve been tidied…

As I’m really starting to miss travel, I find myself thinking back to a recent tropical vacation.  If you’re also drawn to the magic and the beauty of places like the Caribbean and Central America then you could always bring…

It’s summer and the weather is blazing hot outside, so why am I inside making herb salts as gifts? I’ll tell you why – as I hide inside from the withering heat, I start to think about fall, and then…

Do you love entertaining outside but want to have a *cooler hipper* hang out spot? Boho style garden dining areas are becoming super popular and the nice thing is that they are relatively inexpensive to set up. Spring is just…

As I had to re-pot some succulents out on my deck, I figured I may as well spookify them since Halloween is coming up. Spooky Succulent Bowl Tutorial I found lots of Halloween themed miniatures on sale at Michael’s craft…

I have a neighbor who planted mostly pollinator friendly plants in her front yard, and it’s a joy to walk by her house. There’s always an assortment of happy butterflies and bees floating about and besides being very pretty, it…

I hijacked my own Mother’s Day this year. I love sleeping in and having breakfast in bed and all, but traipsing around a farm on a Sunday morning sounded so much more fun! Forcing my sleepy family to get up,…