What comes to mind when you hear the word “sanctuary?” I’m pretty sure it’s not space for hanging laundry or storing broken bicycles and toys with one googly eye. You probably thought of a corner of calm, a small, lived-in spot that invites you to rest and transports you to the closest you’ll ever be …
Landscaping
If you like a tidy, green lawn, have grazing animals, or are tired of digging weeds out of your flower beds, buttercups might not be your friends. These sunny yellow flowers can bring a smile to a child’s face (“Do you like butter?”), but they can quickly become a nuisance to gardeners. Before we dive …
Americans have a bit of a love affair with their lawns. Lawns cover 40 million acres of land in the US. Those lush, manicured expanses of grass are rooted in European aristocratic traditions, where they symbolized wealth and control over nature. And who doesn’t want to appear at least a little aristocratic? Yet, there’s another …
A great garden starts with great dirt. And if you’re looking to purchase that dirt for your garden or containers, you’re not alone. About half of all gardeners in the U.S. purchase soil for their gardens. That comes out to a lot of dirt–about 154 million cubic yards annually.. Whether you’re looking for beautiful blooms …
Landscaping with food is beautiful and useful. Why plant poisonous ornamental flowers, trees, and shrubs when you can have the same beauty with the added nutritional benefits of edible landscaping? You can easily reduce living expenses while beautifying your environment with these edible landscaping ideas. Let’s explore. 1. Fruit Trees Plant dwarf fruit trees like …
White-flowering shrubs bring a sense of balance and timeless beauty to any garden. Their soft blooms brighten shady corners, soften bold color palettes, and create a calming, cohesive look across your landscape. Whether you’re designing a serene retreat or looking to highlight your more vibrant plants, these classic blooms offer the perfect backdrop without overwhelming …
Is your garden overflowing with zucchini and squash? Mine is, but that only makes me happy, because I have all these delicious zucchini recipes I want to try. I’ve already experimented with some recipes over the years, and a few emerged as favorites, but I’m always up for discovering more ways to enjoy this hard …
Ever dreamed of a sun-kissed garden that stays vibrant all summer? I get it. We all want long-blooming flowers when planning our landscapes. After all, yellow flowers are cheerful to look at, but they are also a great source to lift your mood when you feel low. Don’t believe me? It’s hard to frown when …
While there’s no doubt that the mere sight of sunshine-yellow Daffodil blooms is pure joy, their decaying foliage is an eyesore that necessitates beautiful companion plants. Companion plants for Daffodils include hyacinth, tulips, muscari, bluebells, iris, crocus, alliums, Virginia bluebells, forget-me-not, pasque flower, hellebore, rhododendron, brunnera, roses, amsonia, peonies, coral bells, echinacea, catmint, lilies, astilbe, …
Invasive plants, or noxious weeds, displace plants endemic to Idaho and can significantly alter native ecosystems. They can increase erosion, alter soil composition, impact water flow and silt buildup in waterways, and reduce wildlife habitat. In the garden, noxious weeds may be masquerading as cultivated plants, or perhaps they lurk among the weeds. Learning about …