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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...]

How to Make Pinecone Animals (Penguin, Owl, & Mouse)

Published on November 18, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Crafts created with pinecones including penguin, owl, and mouse.

Turn pinecones into delightful pinecone animals with this tutorial. Instructions show how to create fun and festive penguin, owl, and mouse ornaments. If you enjoy working with natural materials, … [Read more...]

How to Grow Geraniums Indoors as Houseplants

Published on November 17, 2020Last updated October 25, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Growing geraniums indoors on a windowsill.

You can grow geraniums (Pelargoniums) indoors as houseplants all year-round or overwinter them inside during the cold months and return them outdoors again in spring. With proper care these … [Read more...]

Using Pine Pellets as Cat Litter: Eco-friendly, Low-cost Alternative

Published on November 12, 2020Last updated October 19, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Close up of green eyed tabby cat.

If you want to make your cat care eco-friendlier while saving money, consider switching to an alternative cat litter. My cats use pine pellets which are both locally-sourced and biodegradable and, … [Read more...]

DIY Sifting Cat Litter Box Using Low-Cost Pine Pellets

Published on November 12, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Sifting cat litter box with pine pellets.

This homemade sifting cat litter box is very easy to make and works nicely with pine or wood pellets which are both better for the environment and save money. For more on alternative litters, see … [Read more...]

20 Beautiful Backyard Pond Ideas for All Budgets

Published on November 9, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Large in-ground backyard pond with water plants and flowers.

These garden pond ideas feature a range of sizes and styles for every budget including patio ponds, fishponds, above-ground container ponds, and traditional in-ground backyard ponds. From there, … [Read more...]

How To Sprout Ginger Root (& Indoor Growing Tips)

Published on November 3, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Growing ginger from a grocery store root.

These step-by-step instructions show you how to grow ginger root from the grocery store. By propagating the root you can grow a new plant that will also produce more ginger rhizomes (the part we eat). … [Read more...]

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