I live in a home with a pretty small back yard. While it is sufficient for our needs, I did manage to take away all of my grass and planting areas by putting a pool in 15 years ago or so. Now I do love my pool but I also would love to have more room for flowers, plants and even a few veggies. The … [Read more...] about Gardening – Prepping for Spring Planting
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Explosions of Spring Flowers
It has been warming up early here on the West coast and last week my hubby and I took a drive out to the country. The flowers that run along side the highway nearby were bursting with blooms. I cannot believe that they are already in bloom but the colors are so pretty! Yellow and gold, with splashes … [Read more...] about Explosions of Spring Flowers
Blooming Christmas Cactus
I love Christmas time. Not only is it a wonderful time for family, friends and holiday celebrations, it is also cold enough to force my Christmas cactus to bloom. It is a wonder to me how the plant knows that it is time to bloom. What is built into its DNA that encourages it to be on time for the … [Read more...] about Blooming Christmas Cactus
End of Summer Gardening
Good morning everyone! Today's post will be quick and sweet. For those of you looking for Jenelle's wedding photos, check back on Friday morning for that post. It will have photos & wedding details! We had a great time! Summer is coming to an end which means harvest is in full swing around … [Read more...] about End of Summer Gardening
How to Buy Long-Lasting Artificial Grass
Learn how to purchase synthetic grass that is beautiful and durable. Written by Artificial Turf Supply Commercial and Residential Division It’s not difficult to find beautiful fake grass on the market. The industry is overflowing with companies that have developed realistic, emerald-green turf … [Read more...] about How to Buy Long-Lasting Artificial Grass
LeakFree Garden Hose Watering System
Now that summer has arrived, it’s time to ensure all our hard work during the spring pays off – especially outside! The next time you water your garden or lawn, or the deck and family car, imagine using a three- piece watering system that is designed to keep you dry by eliminating leaks from faucet … [Read more...] about LeakFree Garden Hose Watering System
Flower Gardening Mixed Wild Flowers
I love gardening but gardening doesn't have to be expensive! Sure, some of the flowers that we plant are expensive but we also do some cheaper ones too! For example: We purchased 5 packets of wildflower seeds at our home garden center back in early spring. Each packet was only $1.00 and each one … [Read more...] about Flower Gardening Mixed Wild Flowers
Backyard Garden – Growing Green Bell Peppers
My hubby and I love to be outside...especially when we are working around in our backyard garden or working on a new landscape project. How many of you have a vegetable garden this year? We have two veggie gardens and both are doing extremely well. I am a little surprised about that considering … [Read more...] about Backyard Garden – Growing Green Bell Peppers