Here, you’ll find summer gardening advice and creative ideas to keep your garden thriving during the warmest months. Learn about heat-tolerant plants, efficient watering techniques, and ways to manage summer pests. Discover tips for harvesting your crops, and maintaining your garden’s health.
Do you need some inspiring ideas for creating outdoor spaces that are both functional and inviting this summer? Whether your goal is to create a cozy corner spot to enjoy your morning coffee or an area to entertain friends, your outdoor space can become a true extension of your home this summer. We have a…
Did you know you can create new lavender starts from your existing plant? Follow along as I share 4 easy ways to propagate lavender cuttings with step-by-step instructions. This guide provides four easy methods for lavender plant propagation: rooting stem cuttings in water, rooting stem cuttings in soil, plants propagating themselves, and hilling. Each method…
Do you worry about what a sudden summer heatwave could do to your garden? In this post, I share how to protect your garden from extreme heat and lower the stress on your favorite flowers. I never thought I would write about protecting the garden from extreme heat on my blog. That’s because our average…
The 4th of July will be here before you know it! Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, a neighborhood block party, or just looking to add festive flair to your front porch, I’ve got you covered with patriotic outdoor decorating ideas for your 4th of July holiday. So grab some sparklers, put on your red,…
June is here, bringing gorgeous garden blooms and signaling that summer is approaching. The Pacific Northwest region has plenty of gardening tasks and tips to remember. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting out, I’ve got some June gardening tips and to-dos for your garden. The days are getting warmer and longer. June is…
The beginning of summer is that time of year when all of your hard work has paid off, and the flower garden comes alive with a burst of color and amazing fragrances. I’ll show you my favorite flowers in the early summer cut flower and cottage-style garden in late June and early July. Early summer…