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Let’s Celebrate National Gardening Day (April 14)

Published on March 23, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Pink and purples flowers in a garden.

In celebration of National Gardening Day (April 14 - #NationalGardeningDay), we are featuring some new garden books to spark your creativity. Discover new favorites, and, best of all, dig in, and … [Read more...]

10 Tips For Choosing a Garden Shed (To Avoid Regrets)

Published on February 3, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Examples of different garden sheds.

Before you buy or build a garden shed, these tips will help you determine the best size and design for your needs. You may also need apply for a building permit and arrange for things like electrical … [Read more...]

Garden Name Generator: What’s Your Garden Name?

Published on February 1, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Empress of Dirt Garden Name Generator.

Want a creative, poetic, thoughtful, or funny name for your garden? This garden name generator is for you. Enter a few details about your garden and see what the Empress suggests. Or, hit the I’m … [Read more...]

7 Winter-Busting Indoor Garden Projects to Lift Your Mood

Published on January 15, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Flower bulbs blooming indoors in winter.

Even if you don’t mind winter, as gardeners we can’t help but think ahead to those beautiful spring days when we can start getting our hands in the dirt again. I gathered these indoor projects to … [Read more...]

5 Good For The Earth (& You) Garden Resolutions (2022)

Published on January 1, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Good for the earth and good for you garden resolutions.

Ready to make this your best gardening year yet? These resolutions are both good for the earth and good for you. And, most importantly, it's all about balance, taking on what's do-able, and letting go … [Read more...]

50 Short, Funny, & Favorite Garden Quotes, Jokes, & Puns

Published on December 10, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Favorite garden and nature inspired quote.

These short garden quotes, jokes, and puns are funny or light-hearted while others are more sentimental, expressing the heart of gardening. Have a look and find some new favorites. If want a quote … [Read more...]

Grow Your Best Garden in 2022 (Book Suggestions)

Published on November 15, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Grow Your Best Garden in 2022 Garden Book Giveaway

Make 2022 your best garden year yet with some inspiration from Cool Springs Press. Whether it's vegetable gardening, creative projects, hydroponics, growing herbs, or a focus on ecological growing … [Read more...]

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