SEARCH
MENU
  • About
  • Subscribe
  • Shop
Creative & Frugal Home & Garden Ideas

Empress of Dirt

  • Grow
  • Make
  • Ideas

New here?

Dig in!

Start here

Latest Posts cont.

What is Plant Grafting? Beginner Tips For Home Gardeners

Published on December 3, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Close-up of grafting tree branches.

Plant grafting is a propagation method dating back thousands of years where a stem (scion) is fused to a rootstock to create a new plant. Find out how to get started grafting fruit trees and rose … [Read more...]

How to Grow Hollyhocks (Alcea) & Rust-Resistant Varieties

Published on November 30, 2020Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Red and pink hollyhocks growing in the garden.

Use these tips to grow hollyhocks in your garden and find out which varieties offer some rust-resistance. These old-fashioned flowers have been popular for generations. Delphiniums are another … [Read more...]

Decluttering 101: How to Let It Go and Get on With It

Published on November 29, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Neatly stacked wood pile and hanging baskets arranged above it.

Want to declutter your home once and for all? Ready to make room for the life you really want to live? Learn how to change your approach and create a realistic, organized home. While not … [Read more...]

20 Ideas for Better Backyard Privacy

Published on November 24, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Trellis, fence, and plants providing privacy for backyard garden.

If you want to block your neighborโ€™s view of your backyard there are lots of privacy options even if you do not have a fence. If you have a fence but itโ€™s too low, see How to Make a Fence … [Read more...]

How to Clean Animal Bones for Display

Published on November 23, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Groundhog bones being cleaned with bleach solution.

Ready to clean animal bones? This tutorial provides a clear, step-by-step process for bleaching and whitening bonesโ€”a final step in preparing degreased animal bones for display. For more posts on … [Read more...]

39 Vegetables, Fruits, and Herbs to Regrow from Scraps

Published on November 21, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Fruits and vegetables to grow from scraps

Want to regrow kitchen scraps? No-Waste Kitchen Gardening shows how to prep veggies, fruits, and herbs to regrow indoors or out. Itโ€™s recycling you can eat! For more food regrowing also see How to … [Read more...]

How to Repot African Violets (Step-by-Step Guide)

Published on November 19, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Repotting a crowded African violet plant.

Use this guide to repot your African violets. Common problems include crowding and lack of blooms. Repotting should be done once or twice a year to keep your African violets healthy and … [Read more...]

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • …
  • 53
  • 54
  • 55
  • 56
  • 57
  • …
  • 98
  • Next Page »
DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS

Some articles on this site contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Affiliate and Ad Disclosure | Privacy Policy & Terms of Service

Copyright © 2026 ยท Empress of Dirt Creative + Frugal Home & Garden Ideas