Before you grab a bag of grass seed at the store in hopes of turning your dull-looking lawn into a luscious green carpet of grass, you might want to take a step back and consider checking the soil health first.…
The world is going through a lot of turmoil right now, from war to inflation to political, social, and economic shifts many find difficult to understand or navigate. All of this is making life stressful and unpleasant for many of…
Each spring, you may spend a fair few hours trying to get your sprinkler system set up and running properly for the warmer weather — sometimes having to overcome broken components or non-working pieces. However, you may be able to…
When it comes to plants that cats love, two names often come up: catnip and catmint. While these two plants are from the same genus, Nepeta, and have some similarities, there are distinct differences between them that every cat owner…
The trend of upside-down gardens has been on the rise in recent years, as this method is not only unique but comes with some great benefits. Inverted gardens use hanging flower pots with a hole in the center of the base…
As the summer fades and the cool breeze of fall starts to bring a chill to the air, gardeners need to turn their attention to the care of their roses. Roses, especially climbers, require some special care in the fall…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If fixing broken window blinds that were destroyed by a child, pet, or regular wear and tear isn’t an option, reconsider before condemning them to a grim fate in the garbage bag.…
Bird watching is a soothing activity that allows us to truly enjoy the beauty of nature. While some of us may be blessed with large trees that birds love to frequent, that’s not the case for all bird lovers. Some…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Cutting seed potatoes into smaller pieces before planting them is a common practice that provides gardeners with more plants per potato. Although this technique is popular, there are a few…
Petunias are among the most popular annuals to plant thanks to their wide range of color options and their versatile uses. They can be the main attraction in a container or a filler in a long bed. For many gardeners,…