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Ideas for the garden including garden art and junk, building projects, veggie garden plans, sheds, backyard ponds, container planting, and flower gardens.

22 Practical Garden Gifts—Most Under $100

Published on September 4, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Fresh, practical gift ideas for gardeners—tools, books, and supplies that are useful, thrifty, and mostly under $100. Easy to order online. For more ideas, also see the Empress of Dirt Shop where … [Read more...]

September Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Published on September 1, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Fall marks the time in the garden for endings and new beginnings. September garden tasks include harvesting the summer crops, growing fall veggies, and, preparing the garden for winter. I also have … [Read more...]

10 Common Garden Worries That Aren’t Worth Your Time

Published on August 21, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Garden myths cause needless stress. Discover 10 common garden worries you can ignore and where to focus instead for a healthier, more productive garden. From supposed calcium problems to the … [Read more...]

7 Fall & Winter Garden Projects to Brighten the Cold Months

Published on August 19, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Make the most of fall and winter with these outdoor garden projects for cold climates. Some have time crunches, while others add winter beauty or prep for a successful spring. If you need more fall … [Read more...]

This to That→ 10 Creative Secondhand Projects

Published on August 6, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Turn everyday items into something useful or decorative with these secondhand DIY ideas. Repurpose what you own for a one-of-a-kind home and garden. If you're not sure where to start, check your … [Read more...]

August Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Published on August 1, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

August is our time to savor summer—harvesting, crafting, and soaking it in—while also preparing the garden for fall vegetables and planting for the year ahead. If you'd like an overview by season, … [Read more...]

July Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Published on July 2, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

In cold climates, July is peak garden season with flowers blooming, food crops thriving, and pollinators busy. Here are some garden tasks to do this month. For more, see garden task lists for … [Read more...]

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