When money is tight, landscaping may not be your top priority. Plants, mulch, materials, and landscaping services can add up to astronomical costs, making a beautiful yard seem out of reach. But a plethora of thrifty landscaping ideas exists that will give your humble garden curb appeal. Thrifty Landscaping Ideas Saving money often means getting…
Late summer is an excellent time to rejuvenate your garden by dividing perennials. Dividing plants not only prevents overcrowding but also promotes healthier growth and increases bloom production. Plus, it allows you to propagate your favorite plants for free, expanding your garden or sharing with friends and neighbors. Here are 12 perennial plants to split…
As summer begins to wind down, August offers the perfect opportunity to refresh your garden. By planting late-season annuals, you’ll enjoy vibrant colors and lush blooms well into the fall. Whether you’re looking to fill empty spots in your flower beds, spruce up borders, or add charm to containers, these 15 annuals are sure to…
Having a pool in the backyard can be like having a favorite vacation spot at your fingertips. These 15 above-ground pool landscaping ideas will help enhance this relaxing oasis. Whether you decide to maintain your pool as a standalone or enhance it with a brick patio or wooden deck, the possibilities are endless. 1. Add…
Perennials are the workhorses of the garden—reliably returning year after year with bursts of color, texture, and pollinator appeal. But if you want them to thrive (and not just survive), regular pruning is key. That doesn’t mean hacking them down at random. Pruning the right way, at the right time, can mean the difference between…
You tuck cucumber vines into the soil while dreaming of the fresh, crunchy fruits and tart pickles to come. And then one day, you walk into the garden to find holey, sickly plants in place of the lush foliage you expect. Upon closer inspection, you might notice the tiny insects infesting your beloved plants: cucumber…
Mid-summer is the perfect time to trim shrubs that flower in late spring or early summer. A July prune can promote better structure, cleaner growth, and even a second bloom. Plus, it’s the ideal moment to tidy up climbing vines and early-producing fruit trees. Pruning at this time benefits plant health by removing spent blooms…
It’s a bit eerie, not to mention disappointing, to walk out to the garden and find some-or all! – of your tomato plants missing without a trace. Once you’ve convinced yourself that you did, in fact, plant them, you might look closer and see tiny nubs where tomato vines used to be. So what happened?…
While rabbits are cute to look at, especially as babies, they can really damage both your vegetable and flower gardens. It can feel especially frustrating when you go out to the garden in the morning to find that they have completely decimated all of your strawberry blossoms or tender spinach sprouts. If you’re looking for…