Like many naive gardeners before you, you had the seemingly brilliant idea of growing your own organic mint in the garden to harvest and make delicious mint tea — but now the mint has completely taken over and bullied all…
Growing poppies can be a rewarding experience for gardeners. They are easy to grow and can add a touch of beauty and color to any garden. Poppies thrive in sunny locations with well-drained soil. They are generally hardy plants that…
The unkempt look of a patchy lawn is unpleasant to look at and can take away from the general appearance of your home. If this sounds like your lawn, you need to give it some TLC to reclaim those aesthetics…
In the summer months when the sun is hot and the days are long, everything suddenly seems supremely more alive. It’s like all of the plants and the people are overflowing, opening, and vibrant. We experience a renewed sense of…
It’s natural to want to create healthy attachments in our relationships. Some may even say we’re wired for it, as it helps us navigate scary territories and gives us the ability to help others in need (per Psychology Today). During the…
Swiss chard is a versatile and nutritious vegetable that is relatively easy to grow. It is a member of the beet family and is known for its large, colorful and edible leaves. Swiss chard has a long growing season and…
Of the many staging accessories HGTV’s Emily Henderson uses to style spaces, there’s one she finds in the convenience of her own backyard. While capturing images for her many inspiring layouts, the offbeat stylist has a go-to prop which comes…
Coreopsis perennial, also known as tickseed, is a group of plants that thrives in bright areas and is tolerant of drought. These perennials are very popular for planting in gardens and landscapes due to their bright yellow flowers and attractive…
When you are born, you inherit your parents’ physical features and genetics. In fact, the National Library of Medicine (NLM) says you even inherit some of their intellectual potential. But you can also inherit traumas passed down through generations from…
If you are looking for a beautiful and delicious fruit to add to your home garden, consider growing figs. Figs are medium-sized fruits with a pinkish color when ripe. They are known for their sweet, juicy flesh and unique, seedy…