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How to Clean Animal Bones for Display

Published on November 23, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Groundhog bones being cleaned with bleach solution.

Ready to clean animal bones? This tutorial provides a clear, step-by-step process for bleaching and whitening bonesโ€”a final step in preparing degreased animal bones for display. For more posts on … [Read more...]

20 Beautiful Backyard Pond Ideas for All Budgets

Published on November 9, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Large in-ground backyard pond with water plants and flowers.

These garden pond ideas feature a range of sizes and styles for every budget including patio ponds, fishponds, above-ground container ponds, and traditional in-ground backyard ponds. From there, … [Read more...]

24 Charming Low-Cost Garden Fence Art Ideas

Published on September 21, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Colorful children's rain boots hanging on a garden fence, planted with flowers.

Use these fence art ideas to transform your outdoor space. Turn a plain fence into wall art with these unique and affordable upcycled garden art ideas. For more ideas also see our latest … [Read more...]

How Nature Tells Us It’s Fall Bulb Planting Time

Published on September 19, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Hand holding a flower bulb ready for fall planting.

Wondering when to plant fall bulbs? Nature shows the wayโ€”seasonal changes like falling leaves signal the perfect time before winter sets in. Also see 20 Flowering Bulbs to Plant in … [Read more...]

Saving the World’s Food Seeds at the Global Seed Vault

Published on August 15, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

The global seed vault in Svaldbard, Norway.

The Global Seed Vault in Svalbald, Norway is arguably one of the most important facilities in the world, holding nearly a million samples of the worldโ€™s food seeds. Come see how this facility supports … [Read more...]

Craving a Garden Makeover? Use These Thrifty Tips

Published on August 6, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Table top garden with flowering potted plants and various decorative treasures.

Sometimes all it takes is a fresh perspective to improve your garden. Grab these tips for making the best of what you have to transform your spaceโ€”without spending a dime. For more, also see the … [Read more...]

14 Garden Art Ideas to Express Your Unique Style

Published on August 5, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden art including boots planted with flowers and carved wooden sunface.

Use these garden art ideas to find your unique style. Express your personality and let that sense of humor lead the way. It's your garden so why not have it your way? If you would … [Read more...]

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