Gardening isn’t just a grown up thing. Get your kids involved with a vegetable or flower garden this year and see what kind of talents they can develop. Not only does it teach some responsiblility, but you’ll see a side … Read the rest
A Powerful Alternative to Solar Cooking
Have you ever tried solar cooking? There are a few different options out there for cooking with not direct power (other than fire). While a lot of them are probably something you have seen before, we wanted to share this … Read the rest
The Best Perennials You Can Plant
Whether you are a seasoned gardener, or just developing a green thumb, having perennials in your garden is by far the way to go. Not only are most of them pretty low maintenance, but they come back every year, saving … Read the rest
Unique Ideas to Make a Raised Garden Bed
Raised bed gardening is a great way to add some depth and dimension to your space. Step it up a notch from the usual garden plan to one of these unique ideas. You just may fall in love with one.… Read the rest
DIY Garden Beds the Whole Family Can Help With
In case you needed another reason to garden, a bunch of evidence has sprouted up in the past few years showing that kids learn better and eat healthier when they have access to their own beds. Gardens stimulate little ones’ interest in ecology—and let them get their hands a little dirty in the process.
22 Gardening Tips to Save You Time and Effort
There are a lot of pros and cons to growing your own garden. While you get a lot of wonderful benefits from it, one of the biggest downfalls would have to be the time and effort it takes. This post … Read the rest
A More Durable Alternative to the Usual Birdhouse
Normally, a birdhouse needs to bring brought indoors during the cooler months to help aid in it’s longevity. However, this new spin on a birdfeeder can be left out year-round and is a great alternative to the usual wood-framed houses. … Read the rest
Tips For Creating a Bee Friendly Garden
Bees tend to get a bad reputations when it comes to being in the outdoors. However, they are a crucial part in our gardens flourishing as they do, and of course in providing honey. If those little buzzing insects don’t … Read the rest
Amazing Backyard Play Spaces You Can Make for Your Kids
Children love playing outdoors, there’s no question about that. If you are looking for a way to spruce up your backyard play space for your children, you won’t want to miss this post from Love and Marriage Blog. Take a … Read the rest
Great Tips for People Who Struggle to Grow a Garden
Some of us love to garden. Whether you grown a wonderful vegetable garden, or you are known for your gorgeous flower beds, gardening can be something to be proud of. However, there are others of us who are just not … Read the rest
Tips for Growing a Beautiful Hanging Flower Basket
Hanging flower baskets are not as easy to grow and maintain as they may seem. Because they are elevated up off the ground, they tend to dry out faster and easier than the average flower bed, and it can be … Read the rest
The Easiest Vegetables to Grow for a Beginning Gardener
Are you wanting to try your hand at gardening this year, but just are not quite sure where to begin? Maybe the thought of taking care of plants or vegetables is a little intimidating, or overwhelming. This post from Nemcsok … Read the rest
Container Gardening: What Vegetables Grow Well in a Smaller Space
Gardening season is just around the corner, and if you’re like many of us, you’re already daydreaming about all the fresh, tasty vegetables you’ll be harvesting this year. From juicy tomatoes to crisp cucumbers, the possibilities are endless—and delicious!
But … Read the rest
Tips for Planning Your Garden…..Get Started NOW
I realize that we are only a couple of months into the new year, but for most of us in the Northern Hemisphere, this is the perfect time to start looking into our plans for an outdoor garden. No, I’m … Read the rest
Dry Creek Bed Inspiration For Your Yard
Installing a dry creek bed in your garden and yard can not only help with drainage issues but it adds a perfectly beautiful dramatic flare with little to no maintenance. The initial installation may take a little planning and prep … Read the rest