Planting a kitchen garden can be the perfect way to eat more wholesome vegetables and fruits. But it’s not just vegetables that you need, as any kitchen garden would not be complete without a well-developed aromatic bed of herbs. Plant a Kitchen Garden Close to the House Make the most out of your garden plot …
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If you’re a gardener, chances are you’ve come across more than one person who had a nice garden potting bench. You probably know how convenient they can be. You can use them as a quick and easy place to re-pot your indoor plants, as the perfect place to start seeds for your garden, or as …
Growing and eating your own food can give you great satisfaction. So, if your garden space is limited, let your imagination increase its size. Here are some small space gardening ideas to get your imagination going. 1. “Three Sisters” Planting This traditional Native American plant grouping allows you to grow corn, pole beans, and squash …
I love using fresh herbs in my cooking! Going out to my kitchen herb garden just a few feet away from my back porch and getting just what I need for my salad, or that finishing touch for dinner is just perfect. I couldn’t ask for more. Planting herbs as near to the kitchen door …
One of the first signs of spring, tulips peek their head out in gardens everywhere as soon as the first signs of spring emerge. Did you know there are a few thousand of tulip varieties? From simple, one-color tulips to striped tulips, to double tulips, and so many colors we can’t ever mention them all. …
If you have some unexplained issues in your backyard, such as holes in your lawn and compost pile, missing eggs from your chicken coop, or empty bird feeders, you might have a raccoon problem. If so, I’m sure you’ll want to know how to get rid of raccoons: they should not be welcomed guests around …
There are so many beautiful and unique ways to decorate your lawn and garden. One of my favorites is kinetic garden sculptures. These are so beautiful and unique and there are many different types you can choose from and a lot that you can do with them. You can create a fun and whimsical outdoor …
Flower gardening can seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be hard to fill your outdoor space with beautiful blooms. With a few simple tips, you can grow common flowers like nasturtiums and dahlias as well as exotic peacock orchids and stunning fuchsias. Many of these lovely flowers grow equally well in containers and in …
While many people think of gardening as a warm-weather activity, gardeners know better. The growing season may begin in spring, but gardening truly starts in the winter. My first seed catalog this winter arrived in December, like an early Christmas gift, and the rest followed in January. What could be better than cozying up on …
Trees are beneficial in every landscape. They freshen the air. They provide shade and protect the soil. They do double duty as a home for wildlife, and they can provide a palette of colors that bring the rest of your backyard oasis together, especially if they bloom in purple, violet, lilac, or lavender colors. Below …