Whether you stumble across wild asparagus in a field, harvest it fresh from your garden, or bring home a bundle from the grocery store, there’s nothing quite like the crisp, green taste of this springtime favorite. But for such a simple vegetable, asparagus can be surprisingly tricky to get right. Cook it too little, and …
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We’ve all been there—sitting down to watch TV or scroll through our phones, only to glance up and realize the house is a mess. It’s easy to put off small chores when distractions are everywhere, but one simple rule can keep your home tidy without overwhelming you: no screen time until three essential tasks are …
One of the more common head-scratchers for rookie gardeners is determining the best time to start planting seeds, which, unfortunately, doesn’t have a one-size-fits-all answer. There are several factors to consider to guarantee your garden thrives, like what you’re planting and the location in which you live. This could be tricky for less experienced gardeners …
If you feel strongly about eating your own home-grown, organic vegetables, and want to improve your garden soil, you need to learn how to make organic compost at home. For most gardeners, the principle of simply growing your own vegetables using compost you make yourself would be entirely satisfying. But, if you are committed to …
Good things come in small packages — including plants. According to Time Magazine, plants reduce stress, increase concentration, and make you feel happier. Plus, they add a touch of nature to your living space. But houseplants don’t have to be big to reap the benefits. Whether you want to brighten up your bathroom with beautiful …
Rabbits might be fun to look at and cute, but if you’re not careful, they will eat your garden in no time. I often wondered what the best rabbit repellent for my garden was, especially after they came and ate all my young watermelon leaves in one hit! Here are the results of my research. …
It can be challenging to decide which flowers to plant, as there are numerous options to choose from. What you should plant will depend on the type of garden you want to grow, but there are some beautiful flowers experts expect to be among the most popular picks this year. Whether you want to start …
Getting lettuce from my garden is like nothing else: fresh, crisp, and delicious! Do you know how to grow lettuce? It’s really easy, and with a bit of planning, you can grow lettuce year-round.! I LOVE fresh salads in the winter! There are 2 secrets to the growing lettuce throughout the year. The first is …
Most gardeners these days have a storage shed in their backyard. It’s a great way to organize gardening tools, seeds, hoses, pots, and so on. But sheds are not just for storage anymore. Many of these new ways to use a storage shed will necessitate a bit of a transformation of an original shed. You’ll …
Want to bring your garden to life—literally? There’s nothing like watching butterflies, bees, and other pollinators buzz around your flowers or vegetable garden. How do you attract these important garden visitors that help plants reproduce? When planning your garden, you might want to consider ways to attract these helpful insects. They fertilize plants and keep …