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12 Super Simple Garden Art Ideas (Trash to Treasure)

Published on July 28, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Rustic chair, tire rim, and potted flowers in garden.

Discover how to transform old items into charming and practical garden art. Use these budget-friendly ideas to upcycle curbside finds and quirky items into one-of-a-kind garden dรฉcor. You can also … [Read more...]

How to Deadhead Flowers & Make Way for More Blooms

Published on July 27, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Using pruners to snip off an old flower head.

To "deadhead" means to remove old flower blooms. This helps tidy up plants we don't want to produce seeds and makes room for second blooms. Many of our favorite plants can bloom repeatedly including … [Read more...]

60 Plants Butterflies Must Have to Survive

Published on July 24, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Butterfly in garden.

We know itโ€™s important to provide flowers that attract butterflies, but thereโ€™s another important element that is often overlooked: the baby nursery. Without the specific plant species needed, … [Read more...]

22 Ideas For Old Doors and Windows in the Garden

Published on July 21, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Old doors and windows used as garden decor.

Hold the door! Save that window! There are countless creative uses for old doors and windows in the garden. Have a look at these ideas for turning them into arbors, art, and decor. Also see this … [Read more...]

Growing Dahlias: 7 Must-Know Tips Before You Start

Published on July 19, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Large pink dahlias blooming in the garden.

These top tips for growing dahlias provide an excellent overview for beginners to understand how to grow these beautiful flowering tubers and provide the care they need. When you're ready to plant … [Read more...]

Will Pine Needles Make My Soil pH Too Acidic? (No, It’s a Myth)

Published on July 13, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Pine needles in the garden.

Popular belief suggests pine needles will acidify soil, but, off the tree, the pH level normalizes. Just like leaves, pine needles are an excellent organic mulch option. This is part of a series … [Read more...]

Want Lots of Pollinators? Grow a Diverse Selection of Plants

Published on July 13, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Wildflowers blooming in the garden.

How can we attract a variety of pollinators to our gardens? Plant diversely. Each type of pollinator has unique needs that certain plants provide. Kim Eierman, author of The Pollinator Victory Garden, … [Read more...]

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