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 …
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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 …
No room for a garden at your home? Don’t despair: you can still grow veggies in pots! The lack of a spacious yard or garden shouldn’t prevent you from being able to grow your own food. From eggplant to broccoli, tomatoes to peppers, you can grow your own fresh food easily in pots. 1. Tomatoes …
Periwinkle, also known as Vinca major, makes a beautiful ground cover that doesn’t require much attention. That’s until it takes over your entire yard (and probably the neighbor’s). If you find your yard overtaken by these pretty purple flowers, you’ll be glad to learn how to get rid of periwinkle. What does Perwinkle (Vinca major) …
Have you ever wanted to grow your own vegetables, but don’t have the space for a full-fledged garden? Don’t let that stop you. There are plenty of ways you can still nurture your green thumb and grow your own food. You just have to get creative. Fortunately, the world of gardening has expanded so much …
African violets are one of the most popular houseplants throughout the world. Their fuzzy leaves and velvety flowers are attractive and brighten up a room. They are also popular plants to use in raised planters around porches in many climates. If you have a cat, you might wonder: Are African violets poisonous to cats? The …