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DIY Raised Garden Bed with Privacy Fence

Published on November 2, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Raised garden bed with built-in privacy wall.

Create a secluded space with this combination raised bed and privacy fence. Using standard lumber sizes, itโ€™s an easy-to-assemble DIY project. You can also see privacy fence ideas here with all … [Read more...]

Simplify Your Houseplant Care with This Easy Tagging System

Published on October 26, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Houseplants with color coded tags.

This simple tagging system takes the guesswork out of houseplant care. Instead of trying to remember what each plant needs, use custom tags to make routine watering and care a breeze. For more on … [Read more...]

How to Feed Hummingbirds Without Attracting Bees

Published on October 7, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Bees bothering hummingbird at feeder.

Bees are essential for our gardens but is there a harmless way to keep them away from hummingbird feeders? Use these tips to bee-proof your sugar water feeder and save it just for the … [Read more...]

How to Make Garden Art Flowers from Dishes

Published on October 2, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Materials for making dish flowers.

Use these step-by-step instructions to turn old glass dishes and plates into beautiful garden art flowers. We have included tips for drilling holes in plates to provide more options for assembling … [Read more...]

When to Take Down Hummingbird Feeders in Fall

Published on September 26, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Hummingbird in the fall garden.

As hummingbirds start their migration south at summer's end, what is the right time to remove the feeders? If we keep them up, will this delay their fall journey? We know sugar water gives extra … [Read more...]

How to Protect Nesting Boxes With a DIY Predator Block

Published on September 11, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Wren nesting box with predator block at entry hole.

By adding a simple predator guard to bird nesting boxes you can stop animals like racoons, snakes, squirrels, and other bird species from raiding the nest. For free plants see Free Wren Nesting Box … [Read more...]

How to Make African Violets Bloom & Rebloom

Published on September 4, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Deep purple African violet in bloom.

Getting your African violet to bloom indoors requires adequate light, water, the right lightweight potting mix, available nutrients, and a moderate room temperature. With the right conditions, new … [Read more...]

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