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25 Garden Art Projects & Ideas (Ebook)

Published on June 20, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

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 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

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 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Moon gardening dates back thousands of years but there is no scientific evidence to support it. Let’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 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

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 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Some seeds, like carrot, poppy, and lobelia, are so small it’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 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

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...]

How to Grow Honeysuckle Vine from Cuttings

Published on June 5, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

This is a basic method for taking cuttings from honeysuckle vines to root them for new plants. The best time for propagation is while the plant is actively growing but not yet flowering.Here in North … [Read more...]