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24 Relaxing Garden Nooks Far From the Madding Crowd

Published on May 6, 2024 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Cozy lounge chair in the garden.

If youโ€™ve been wanting a peaceful hideaway in your garden, this is for you.ย These home garden nooks are perfect for reading, resting, and dreaming. For more also see 25 Planter Ideas for … [Read more...]

Outdoor Plant Tags & Markers that Last a Lifetime (Really)

Published on May 3, 2024 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Long lasting plant labels and Brother label maker.

These DIY plant markers are the longest lasting option I have found. They are completely weather-resistant and will last year-round outdoors indefinitely. Also see Best (Cheap & Easy) DIY Tags … [Read more...]

Seed Viability Chart: How Long Seeds Last in Storage

Published on April 27, 2024 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Collage showing various plants and their seed viability years.

This seed viability chart shows how long garden seeds stay viable. Each type has a different shelf life, so labeling packets with โ€œsow byโ€ dates helps. Seed Storage: Top Tips For Storing Seeds at … [Read more...]

20 Creative Ways to Repurpose Kitchen Junk into Garden Decor

Published on April 16, 2024 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden art created from old kitchen items.

Give kitchen castoffs a second life with these fun garden art projects. Learn how to turn ordinary items into creative outdoor dรฉcor. If you enjoy unique garden projects, also see these creative … [Read more...]

How to Grow Peonies & Get Blooms

Published on April 5, 2024 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Dark and light pink peony flowers.

Use these tips to grow peonies for a yearly show of gorgeous blooms. Weโ€™ve answered common questions for the care of these favorite, long-living perennials. We also have 6 Tips for Growing … [Read more...]

Bolting: Why Vegetable Plants Bolt & How to Deal With It

Published on March 17, 2024 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Lettuce plants bolting in the garden.

Wondering if your plants are bolting? Learn how to recognize bolting, find out if bolted vegetable plants are edible, and use our tips to prevent it in the future. The plants affected by bolting … [Read more...]

Buying Soil For Your Garden? Read This First

Published on March 14, 2024 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden bed with perennials in garden soil.

Whether marketed as topsoil, black soil, black earth, or some other catchy phrase, itโ€™s not easy to know whatโ€™s in the bag. Use these tips to help guide your soil shopping decisions. If you need … [Read more...]

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