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10 Best Vegetables for Sandy Soils

Published on April 29, 2016Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Turnips growing in sandy soil.

Sandy soil is not always easy for gardening but there several vegetables that not only tolerate sandy soil conditions but actually thrive in them. Come see which ones you can grow. If you’re … [Read more...]

Easy Composting Without Pests (Sorry, Rats!)

Published on April 27, 2016Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Mantis tumbler composter.

Need a rat-proof compost bin that keeps rodents including mice out? This tumbler compost bin keeps your food scraps away from pests and makes good compost for the garden. For more about how to … [Read more...]

25 Vegetables You Can Grow in Shade

Published on April 8, 2016Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Examples of vegetables that can grow in shade conditions including cabbage, beets, and broccoli.

There are many veggies that grow in shade. This list of vegetables has options for all types of shade so you can grow lots of food without full sun. Options include broccoli, beans, peas, spinach, and … [Read more...]

DIY Succulent Wall Planter

Published on March 30, 2016Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Succulent wall planter from the book, Gardening on a Shoestring.

Make this succulent wall planter with these step-by-step instructions. It’s a living wall of succulents in a picture frame! Sempervivums, also known as hens and chicks, are the perfect … [Read more...]

Creative Garden Stone Craft Project Ideas

Published on March 28, 2016Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Creative garden crafts made from stones including a birdhouse and stacked stones.

There are all sorts of ways to create garden stone crafts. Come see some favorite ideas using rocks in their natural state as well as ways to craft with stones using paint and more. For more rock … [Read more...]

How to Transplant Flower Bulbs

Published on March 21, 2016Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Pink tulip flowers.

If you need to transplant bulbs, use these tips to safely dig up flower bulbs and replant them in another location—outdoors or indoors if conditions are right. This works for all bulbs including … [Read more...]

How to Grow Microgreens Indoors

Published on March 2, 2016Last updated November 15, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Various microgreens grown at home including broccoli and sunflower.

Growing microgreens indoors is the easiest of all indoor food growing. These little sprouted seeds are veggie and herb seedlings and can be harvested within weeks. They offer a multitude of … [Read more...]

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