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One-of-a-Kind Garden Ideas for Your Growing Space

Published on April 9, 2018Last updated July 2, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Would you like creative and frugal ideas from real-life home gardens? Here you go! Dig in and explore these snapshots from designer-free backyards and grab ideas to make your own … [Read more...]

Want to Grow Miniature Plants? Avoid These 7 Mistakes

Published on November 17, 2017Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Want to grow a miniature garden with living plants? Miniature gardening expert Janit Calvo shares seven common miniature plant-growing mistakes you can avoid. Once you know these tips, have a look … [Read more...]

Make a Miniature Moss Bonsai Garden

Published on April 19, 2017Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

This beautiful miniature moss bonsai in a teacup is a simple afternoon project you can enjoy indoors any time of year. It’s from the book Miniature Moss Gardens and includes full step-by-step … [Read more...]

Make Hanging Flower Pot Shelves (Wood + Rope)

Published on February 13, 2017Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

These DIY hanging plant shelves offer a creative way to add vertical, green space to a balcony, windowsill, patio, or roof garden. Follow the step-by-step tutorial and make them in an … [Read more...]

How to Paint an Owl on Rocks or Stones

Published on January 13, 2017Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Follow this step-by-step tutorial to hand paint owls on stones. Includes recommended materials for best results. Also, see How to Paint a Stone Art Bird and more tips on stone … [Read more...]

10 Best Vegetables for Drought Soils

Published on May 11, 2016Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Drought soil conditions can be very challenging for vegetable growing. This list from High-Value Veggies shows which edible crops do best in drought conditions as well as things you can do … [Read more...]

10 Best Vegetables for Sandy Soils

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

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...]