We’re just about to enter the gift-giving season, and some of us are either re-wrapping last year’s sweater or breaking into a cold sweat on the gifts aisle. Giving gifts can sometimes feel like a competitive sport where the person with the biggest wallet wins. But showing someone you care has little to do with …
Gardening
Have you ever looked up at the moon and wondered if it’s judging your gardening choices? Maybe not, but for centuries, gardeners and farmers have sworn by a method that syncs their planting schedules with the lunar cycle. It sounds a bit mystical, like something whispered between ancient druids. However, the practice of planting by …
Watching home design shows can feel like a masterclass in making a space beautiful. You look at your room filled with mismatched furniture, and you immediately know how to transform it into a perfectly curated masterpiece. It’s easy to feel like that level of design is out of reach without a television crew and a …
Winter garden plants are a great way to add color and life to your garden in the cold winter months. Adding the right crops to your winter vegetable garden will keep you nourished even in the coldest months of the year. So, check out my favorite winter vegetables and flowers that can handle cold weather. …
If you live somewhere with harsh winters (hello Northern and Eastern states), the greenhouse in winter can sometimes feel like an empty, lifeless glass box, a quiet monument to the lush gardening successes of summers gone by. It sits there, its panes fogged with cold, looking a bit forgotten, while you sit inside staring out …
Discovering a mysterious hole in your carefully manicured lawn or thriving garden can be frustrating. Is it a sign of a minor nuisance or a major infestation? Identifying the culprit is the first and most crucial step in reclaiming your yard. These holes can pose a risk to your home’s foundation, damage your plants’ root …
You’re just sitting enjoying your guacamole, and someone asks, “What’s your body count?” or “How come you don’t have any kids yet?” Some people often seem to forget the basic rules of decency, or don’t understand that some topics are best left untouched. They will pry into your personal life, make unsolicited comments on your …
Social media has a unique talent for creating a storm in a teacup, and a recent announcement about a centuries-old publication sent many TikTok gardeners into mourning. When news broke that the Farmers’ Almanac would cease its print edition after more than 200 years, users on the platform were heartbroken, sharing fond memories of growing …
Owning a collection of garden and power tools is a major accomplishment. You’ve got the right gadget for every job, from pruning roses to building a deck. However, these trusty helpers can quickly become expensive paperweights if they aren’t stored correctly. Proper tool storage is more than just tidying up the garage; it’s an investment …
Sometimes, houseplants struggle; other times, they thrive a little too much. You bring home a cute little pothos, name it Paulleta, and place it lovingly on a floating shelf. You water it, you talk to it, you might even play it some smooth jazz. Suddenly, you’re living in a jungle, and that sweet little plant …