Gardening How To
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How To Build A Dead Hedge: Turn Garden Waste Into An Easy, Eco-Friendly Fence
A dead hedge fence can be beautiful, and it’s super eco-friendly. Recycle your yard trimmings and prunings to build a practical fence with multiple benefits.
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Act Now For Garden Pest Prevention Next Year: Tips For A Problem-Free Garden Next Spring
It’s never too soon to be thinking about ways to tackle next year’s pests! Here are the golden rules for garden pest prevention that you can follow right now
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5 Butterfly Garden Planting Recipes – For Pretty Pots And Borders That Nurture Wildlife
Create a pollinator paradise in your garden with these perfect planting recipes. Use plants individually or mix-and-match combinations to stunning effect.
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How Climate Change Affects Wildlife In Your Garden – And How You Can Help
How climate change affects wildlife is something you may not have pondered, but the domino effects are serious and potentially devastating.
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Is Plastic Harming Wildlife In Your Yard? Identify Plastic Issues And Keep Garden Visitors Safe
If we’re wondering whether plastic is harming wildlife, it’s a good idea to take a look at your yard and garden and learn about some safer plastic alternatives.
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October To-Do List: Essential Gardening Jobs To Do This Month
Your October gardening to-do list is here! These are the top tasks to complete this month in every region across the US.
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What Is A Water Wick? How To Use One To Keep Houseplants Hydrated While You’re Away
A water wick for plants will give you a worry-free break if you need to leave your plant babies for a while. It’s easy to set up and pretty much runs itself.
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7 Best Perennials To Divide In Fall: Clone Favorite Plants And Boost Bloom Rates
Divide these perennials in the fall for the best results and to enjoy new copies of your favorite plants in other areas of your garden.
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Why So Many Gardeners Are Switching To Peat-Free Compost – And Why You Should, Too
There are plenty of alternatives to peat moss, like peat-free compost and coconut coir. Learn why peat moss has lost favor among gardeners, and make the change!
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My Yard Is A Fixer Upper – Here's How I’m Overhauling It With Minimal Effort
Content Editor Laura shares how she's overhauling her fixer upper yard with a low-lift, low-maintenance landscape design. Plus, easy tips you can try!
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Peat Moss Vs. Coco Coir: Pros And Cons To Consider
Much more sustainable than peat moss, coco coir does just as well at amending soil without creating an ecological impact.
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Songbird Spotting: 7 Common Types Of Songbirds That Fill Your Garden With Music
If we’re lucky, multitudes of birds will pass by our gardens – but a select group will delight with their tunes. Here are seven types of songbirds that spread cheer and good vibrations
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How To Attract Monarch Butterflies – 5 Ways To Make Your Garden Monarch-Friendly
Learn how to attract monarch butterflies to your garden by planting monarch-friendly plants and by following these gardening tips. Help the monarchs come back from the brink.
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Seeds To Eat As A Tasty Treat: 11 Tasty Edible Seeds You Can Grow In Your Garden
Growing your own edible seeds in the garden is a fun and increasingly popular way to boost your nutrient intake. Find out which seeds you need for a healthy feed!
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What Vegetables Do Not Like Peat Moss – What To Use Instead
Peat moss isn’t suitable for every garden, so it’s good to know what vegetables do not like peat moss and whether peat moss is good for vegetable gardens.
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Make A Butterfly Container Garden: 8 Ideas And Tips For Pollinator-Friendly Pots
Keep our pollinator friends happy even with limited space.
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8 Flower Seeds To Harvest In September – To Grow An Endless Supply Of Blooms
Collect these popular flower seeds and fill your garden beds and pots with glorious new blooms, without spending a penny.
