Three years ago we planted our first grapevine in the backyard. We've been vegetable gardening for decades but now wanted to try growing our own fruits. That summer I planted 3 grapevines but only 1 made it through the growing season. Fast forward 3 years and I can tell you...I've learned a few … [Read more...]
Easy and Odor-Free Composting with the Bamboozle Compost Bin
November 8, 2023 by
We've been gardening in our backyard for the past 13 years. We're by no means expert gardeners! With that said, over the years we've learned quite a few important things. For example, every vegetable, fruit or plant that you grow has specific soil requirements. If one of those requirements are off … [Read more...]
Tips for Adding a Stepping Stone Garden Path
July 24, 2023 by
Stepping Stone Garden Paths can be used in place of a little sidewalk, to add beauty to your garden area or to designate walking areas (paths) through your property. They're typically affordable and you can find them in a wide variety of designs and sizes. We have a designated area where we park … [Read more...]
Decopauge Houseplant Container Made with Plastic Coffee Canister
July 15, 2023 by
Looking for a way to re-use a few of those plastic ground coffee canisters? Instead of tossing them away...use them as houseplant containers! The one that I used in this project is a large one that contained Folders Ground Coffee (originally a red plastic canister). This project took me 2 afternoons … [Read more...]
7 Tips on How to Grow a Burro’s Tail Plant
June 30, 2023 by
A Burro's Tail is a succulent plant that is easy-to-grow as an indoor houseplant. It needs very little care. The Burro's Tail is sometimes called a Donkey's Tail...but they are indeed the same plant. Here's 7 tips for caring and growing the Burro's Tail indoors as a houseplant. The houseplant on … [Read more...]
Toxic Truth: Roundup’s Health Impact on Gardening Lovers
June 17, 2023 by
Roundup, a widely used herbicide manufactured by the agrochemical company Monsanto (now owned by Bayer), has been a go-to solution for gardeners and farmers alike. Its active ingredient, glyphosate, is known for its effectiveness in killing unwanted weeds. However, mounting scientific evidence and … [Read more...]
5 Must-Have Garden Flag Accessories
May 17, 2023 by
Garden flags are a great way to decorate your outdoor spaces. You can display decorative flags to reflect the season, current holiday, favorite sport's team, or any other thing that interests you. They add a nice pop of color and can be a conversation piece when guests visit your home. When … [Read more...]
How to Clean Ceramic Houseplant and Garden Planters
April 27, 2023 by
I love gardening and that includes growing a lot of plants inside and outside of my home. A lot of our plants are planted directly into the ground while others are grown in planters and containers. I love planters that are made out of all kinds of different materials...especially pottery like the … [Read more...]
