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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

So many of you loved the best plants to use for miniature gardens ideas that I thought you would also enjoy this beautiful, miniature moss bonsai in a teacup. This project is from the book, Miniature … [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...]

Tasha Tudor and Her Garden | Video Garden Tour

Published on January 30, 2017Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

During what turned out to be the final year of Tasha Tudor‘s life (1915-2008), I happened to purchase an autographed copy of one of her last books: Tasha’s Successful Garden (in Japanese). It’s … [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...]