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Turn a Real Bed Frame Into a Flower Garden Bed

Published on July 20, 2015Last updated January 18, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Turn an old metal bed frame into a garden feature! This gardener repurposed a headboard and footboard to design a unique flower and vegetable bed. If you want regular garden beds, this has … [Read more...]

16 Creative Garden Gate Ideas

Published on July 13, 2015Last updated January 27, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Make a fabulous entrance with a great garden gate. Functional or decorative, the right gate adds beauty, style, and personality to your outdoor space. For more, also see Idea Gallery of … [Read more...]

DIY Trellis for Climbing Fruits and Veggies

Published on July 2, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

What do zucchini, squash, cucumbers, and melon plants all have in common? They grow as vines and can take up a lot of garden space. Adding special trellis not only creates vertical growing space … [Read more...]

How to Make a Garden Trug

Published on June 13, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

This DIY garden trug made from scrap wood as a decorative planter or to carry tools while working in the garden. It's a good beginner woodworking project requiring basic tools. You can use these … [Read more...]

10 Smart Reasons to Use Raised Beds in Your Garden

Published on June 12, 2015Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

If you have struggled with poor soil conditions, switching to raised garden beds may be the solution you have been looking for. Find out all the benefits to growing in raised beds. Also … [Read more...]

12 Colorful Garden Ideas to Kick it Up a Notch

Published on May 18, 2015Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

If you love a pop of color in the garden, here are 12 creative ideas to take it up a notch. These tips will give your space a fresh and vibrant look. There are also colorful garden ideas here to … [Read more...]

A Sweet Encounter: Hummingbird’s Fascination With a Cat

Published on January 15, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Last summer, we witnessed the most unexpected encounter—a hummingbird that seemed totally captivated by our cat, fluttering around and watching its every move. It was like the little bird had found … [Read more...]