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Tips for Creating a Wildlife Pond & Garden

Published on April 15, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Wildlife pond in urban garden with dragonfly.

Wildlife gardening can transform even a modest urban space into a thriving habitat. In these videos, UK ecological gardener Chris Baines shares how he created his own wildlife garden and pond decades … [Read more...]

Should I Rotate My Vegetable Crops?

Published on April 12, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Home vegetable garden with arrows indicating crop rotation.

Wondering if crop rotation is needed in a home veggie garden? In small, mixed beds, it’s often not worth the effort—here’s what matters more for healthy plants. If you're new to this, How to Grow … [Read more...]

Where Native Bees Spend the Winter (& How Gardeners Can Help)

Published on April 11, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Spring garden plants with a native sweat bee.

Ever wonder where bees disappear to in winter—and how they reappear like magic in spring? This gardener’s guide to native bees reveals where they really nest (hint: not in hives) and how you can help … [Read more...]

The Problem With Companion Plant Lists

Published on April 10, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Examples of common companion planting recommendations including tomato and basil.

Most companion planting advice found in "friend or foe" lists is based on guesswork, not science. Instead of trying to accommodate these made-up lists, learn what to prioritize instead. If you're … [Read more...]

Make a Garden Shadow Box With Miniature Keepsakes

Published on April 8, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Garden shadow box with garden photo and miniatures.

Turn a garden photo and keepsakes into a delightful 3-D display with this shadow box tutorial. It's a fun way to preserve garden memories and create something beautiful to display indoors. If you … [Read more...]

Why No Mow May Doesn’t Cut It—And What You Can Do Instead

Published on April 5, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Backyard garden in May with bee and dandelions.

It's a catchy idea that's attracted a lot of gardeners, but No Mow May isn't the best way to help pollinators. Find out what gardeners can do instead to support bees and the ecosystem all … [Read more...]

Watering Houseplants With Ice Cubes: Pros & Cons

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

Potted houseplants and ice cubes.

It sounds like a gimmick—dropping ice cubes into your houseplant pots instead of using a watering can. But this quirky method has been around for over 50 years, and for some people, it’s a go-to … [Read more...]

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