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16 Succulent Planter Ideas With Plant Recommendations

Published on June 21, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Potted plant arrangement with an assortment of succulents.

These real-life ideas from home gardens share ways to display a variety of succulents in planters. We've included recommended varieties and an assortment of repurposed container ideas. If you have … [Read more...]

25 Garden Art Projects & Ideas (Ebook)

Published on June 20, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden Art Projects & Ideas book cover

It's here! The latest edition of the Garden Art Projects & Ideas ebook is now available. This collection features reader's favorites in one handy file you can view on your phone, tablet, or … [Read more...]

7 Cheap (But Smart) Tips to Create Your Dream Garden

Published on June 15, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden fence with creative art and window boxes of purple pansies.

These smart, low cost garden ideas help new gardeners create an eco friendly garden on a tight budget. With patience and effort, thrifty choices add up. If you want more frugal ideas see How to … [Read more...]

Moon Gardening: Why Planting By Lunar Cycles Does Not Work

Published on June 12, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Moon above garden bed of seedlings.

Moon gardening dates back thousands of years but there is no scientific evidence to support it. Letโ€™s look at the how the moon does influence life on earth and better options for successful gardening … [Read more...]

A Modern History of Moon Gardening From Steiner to Dowding

Published on June 12, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Large moon in night sky with drawings of constellations.

While gardening by the phases of the moon has been practiced throughout the ages, there are plenty of contradictions between the various proponents including Rudolph Steiner, Charles Dowding, and John … [Read more...]

Tips & Tools for Sowing Tiny Seeds

Published on June 8, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Seedlings and a salt shaker

Some seeds, like carrot, poppy, and lobelia, are so small itโ€™s difficult to sow them. Use these tiny seed tips to ensure they grow right where you want them.    For the basics on indoor … [Read more...]

14 Birdbath Planter Ideas for Your Garden

Published on June 7, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Birdbath planted with flowering succulents.

Discover creative ways to repurpose an old birdbath into a charming garden planter. Ideas include planting with annuals or succulents and crafting mini rock and fairy gardens. For more ideas, also … [Read more...]

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