If you love the idea of a beautiful garden but not the constant upkeep, creating a low-maintenance garden may be exactly what you need. With the right plants, healthy soil, and a little thoughtful planning, you can enjoy a garden that feels full, welcoming, and easy to care for without spending every weekend pulling weeds…
Did you know not all plants that come back year after year can be easily divided? Subshrubs like lavender and rosemary are harder to divide than you may think and I’ll tell you why. It’s important to prevent plants that share garden space from overcrowding one another. I usually start dividing and transplanting overgrown perennials…
Have you ever tried growing strawflowers from seed indoors? If not, you’re in for a treat! These unique, papery-petaled flowers are not only gorgeous in the garden, but they also make some of the best dried flowers you’ll ever grow. And the best part? Starting them inside is easy, giving them a head start before…
Have you ever tried companion planting in your vegetable garden? See how your garden can greatly benefit by growing the right combination of plants. When growing a vegetable garden, it’s not always about which plants you grow. Being strategic about where you grow your plants and which ones you grow together can reward you with…
Have you seen the latest and greatest trends in gardening? Here are 9 of my favorite garden trends for 2022. I have to tell you, there are two things I’m not. I’m not much of a rule follower when it comes to gardening. And I’m definitely not a trendsetter. In fact, I pretty much beat…
Do you have areas in your garden that would benefit from additional lighting? I’ve found the perfect copper lights to install along one of my garden pathways that will not only add light to this dark outdoor space for safety but will create interest and beauty in my greenhouse garden area for the holidays. Today…