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10 Unexpected Garden Tips to Save Time & Money

Published on June 8, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Unexpected garden tips like pinching flowers and using garden ladders.

Save both time and money in your garden by following these smart and simple tips. These suggestions will help you avoid regrets and create the garden you want. Also see 7 Cheap (But Smart) Tips to … [Read more...]

45 Ridiculously Simple & Helpful Eco-Beneficial Garden Tips

Published on April 5, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Butterflies, fruits, and flowers in the garden.

When you love nature, eco-friendly, beneficial garden choices matter. Gone are the harmful, quick fixes and instead we look at the big picture following tips and principles that benefit the … [Read more...]

24 Practical Garden Hacks for Thrifty Gardeners

Published on July 6, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Keychain used to organize plant tags.

Sometimes the solution to your garden problem is right in your kitchen drawer! Check out these simple yet effective solutions to common garden problems. They're good for the earth and save money. … [Read more...]

7 Cheap (But Smart) Tips to Create Your Dream Garden

Published on June 15, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden fence with creative art and window boxes of purple pansies.

These smart, low cost garden ideas help new gardeners create an eco friendly garden on a tight budget. With patience and effort, thrifty choices add up. If you want more frugal ideas see How to … [Read more...]

5 Smart Garden Uses for This Dollar Store Waste Basket

Published on May 22, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Mesh waste basket from the dollar store used to protect garden plants.

Wire waste baskets from dollar stores have all sorts of handy uses in the garden. Perfect for protecting seedlings and young plants and sifting compost, mesh baskets are really an essential garden … [Read more...]

The Trouble With Anecdotal Garden Tips (but it worked for me!)

Published on May 1, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Eggshells and tomatoes growing on the vine.

Many garden tips are anecdotal, not science-based. Stay curious but lean on tested knowledge when you're aiming for reliable results. If this topic interests you, you will also enjoy Popular Garden … [Read more...]

How to Sew Grow Bags (Easy Pattern, Any Size)

Published on April 17, 2021Last updated October 11, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Homemade grow bag planted with flowers.

Use these free instructions to sew your own fabric grow bags in any size (small, medium, large, and extra large) for your patio, balcony, or garden. Lightweight, inexpensive, and compact to store, … [Read more...]

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