Tag: Gardening

Posted on 04/22/2024

DIY concrete guide: Make your own box planters

DIY concrete projects are a great way to increase your...

Concrete

Diy

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Posted on 03/25/2024

Plants that repel bugs: Natural pest control for your garden

There are few greater pest control solutions than a garden...

Bug Repellent

Gardening

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Posted on 08/29/2022

DIY Guide: Self-Watering Bottle Planter

If you’ve ever gone on vacation and worried about your houseplants not getting watered, a self-watering planter is a smart option. Unfortunately, many of these planters available to buy are expensive and hard to find. Luckily there are ways to make your own while recycling old items at the same time. Here are some tips for making your...

Bottle

Crafts

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Posted on 11/22/2021

The Benefits of Garden Edging

Garden edging is an important element of landscaping design that serves many purposes. There are a variety of different materials and techniques for edging, ranging from professional installation to DIY weekend projects. If you’re wondering whether to add garden edging to your outdoor spaces, here are some key benefits to consider: Defining and Separating Spaces The obvious visual...

Exterior Design

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Posted on 11/15/2021

Ultimate Guide to Creating a Carnivorous Plant Terrarium at Home

Sure, terrariums are vast and fascinating. But if you’re looking to kick it up a notch, try starting one for carnivorous plants. The easiest way to keep them happy is by building a terrarium all their own. Within that space, they can enjoy the perfect amount of light, humidity and tasty insects. Here’s what to do. Select Your...

Gardening

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Posted on 10/11/2021

Inspiring Ideas for Your Flower Garden

Designing a beautiful flower garden takes both planning and creativity. Choosing the right combination and arrangement of flowering plants might seem like a lot of work, but it will offer huge returns both in personal enjoyment and home value. With so many design possibilities, it’s hard to know where to begin unless you have a plan in mind....

Flowers

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Posted on 09/13/2021

Hardiness Zones: What You Need to Know for Your Garden

When choosing plants to grow in your garden, it’s crucial to know what will survive in your particular climate. Luckily, the United States Department of Agriculture developed a special map of numbered “zones” to help farmers and gardeners make the best choices. While you might have seen the term, it’s important to understand what they mean and how...

Agriculture

Climate

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Posted on 08/16/2021

3 Ideas for Adding Planters to Your Patio

Container planting is an excellent way to enjoy gardening without a lot of outdoor space. You can grow flowers, greenery and even vegetables in planters on your porch or patio. While you can find a wide variety of traditional pots and planters at your local garden store, it’s not always clear how best to arrange them. Here we’ll...

Container Gardening

Porch

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Posted on 05/31/2021

Organization for Your Garden Shed

Image by Rudy and Peter Skitterians from Pixabay If you're like many busy gardeners, your garden shed isn't as organized as it could be. Perhaps you've been telling yourself for quite some time that you're going to get around to giving it an organizational makeover but run short on inspiration whenever you try to brainstorm a game plan....

Gardening

Organization

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Posted on 09/07/2020

Arbor and Trellis Ideas for Your Garden

Photo by Colin Maynard on Unsplash Homeowners love the idea of creating a personal sanctuary in their outdoor living space, but many aren't quite sure of how to proceed when it comes to making the most of their yard and garden area. One of the most common issues faced by homeowners is that they don't really know how...

Outdoor Garden

Gardening

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