Spring

Plant Ideas for Beautiful Patio Containers

Published on March 12, 2019Last updated October 7, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Want to know the secret to beautiful garden containers? These plant lists tell you exactly which plants you need to create these eye-catching planters. Want container recipes for window boxes? See … [Read more...]

10 Delightful Plants for Early Spring Flowers

Published on March 8, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Looking for early spring flowers? These favorites bloom early, often before the snow is gone. For a printable list, also see Perennial Flower Bloom Times for Every Season. Garden … [Read more...]

How to Find Your Plant Hardiness Zone (& What It Means)

Published on October 8, 2018Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Garden zones or plant hardiness zones are often mentioned in gardening. Do you know yours and what it means? Here’s how it helps—and why it doesn’t tell the full story. If you are in Canada, you … [Read more...]

5 Basic Ways to Multiply Your Plants

Published on September 24, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Learn five basic plant propagation methods to grow new plants from seeds or cuttings. Multiply your favorites and expand your garden at little cost. If you would like tutorials on propagating … [Read more...]

Create a Wildlife-Friendly Fence with Old Branches & Trimmings

Published on July 27, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Hang onto old tree branches and shrub cuttings and create a dead hedge or hedgerow. It’s both a low-cost privacy barrier plus habitat and nourishment for countless creatures. There are more ideas … [Read more...]

How to Hide a Pond Waterfall Spillway Box

Published on July 18, 2018Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Want to hide your waterfall box? One frugal option is to use leftover floor tiles. The larger 24-inch ones work nicely and are often available at thrift shops where surplus building materials are … [Read more...]

14 Delightful Early Summer Flowering Perennials

Published on June 25, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

If you want perennial flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer, here are some favorites. If your goal is continuous blooms throughout the growing seasons, also see this printable … [Read more...]