SEARCH
MENU
  • About
  • Subscribe
  • Shop
Creative & Frugal Home & Garden Ideas

Empress of Dirt

  • Grow
  • Make
  • Ideas

New here?

Dig in!

Start here

Summer

Gardening With Kids: 35 Playful & Practical Ideas

Published on March 31, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Tree stump turned into a fairy house.

These garden activities for kids provide hours of outdoor learning and fun. Start with basic seed sowing, grow a beginner vegetable garden, or spend time outdoors making garden-inspired arts and … [Read more...]

Container Vegetable Gardening: A Planting Plan for Spring Through Fall

Published on March 29, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Growing vegetables in containers

Yes, you can grow a lot of veggies in containers using these succession planting plans to get continuous harvests from spring to fall. See what you can grow on your patio or balcony. Also … [Read more...]

How to Grow Your First Vegetable Garden (Right Now)

Published on March 23, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Vegetables growing in a raised garden bed including squash and leafy greens.

Want to start a vegetable garden from scratch? This beginner guide shares everything you need to know to get started today. Read the tips, get your seeds ordered and start growing. Not much sun … [Read more...]

12 Best Fruits to Grow in Pots

Published on March 16, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Fruits that can grow in containers including plums, apples, and cherries.

Just about any fruit tree or soft fruit including berries can grow in containers if you start with the right plants and growing conditions. Browse the suggestions and see what's best for your growing … [Read more...]

What’s Your Soil Type? Try This Easy Test

Published on March 8, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Jar with garden soil and water.

Use this simple test to determine how much sand, silt, and clay are in your garden soil. We tend to ignore this as new gardeners but understanding your soil composition is helpful for choosing plants … [Read more...]

Big Colorful Flower Pot Ideas for Home Gardens

Published on January 20, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Large black metal urn with colorful flowers in the garden.

Want bold and colorful flower planters in your garden? Use these container planting tips and visual ideas for gorgeous pots that thrive all season long. I also have lots of ideas for Front … [Read more...]

How to Catch Japanese Beetles (Invasive Pest Tip)

Published on July 31, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Japanese bugs eating plant foliage.

While we canโ€™t eliminate Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) entirely, these tips can help reduce their numbers. Fewer beetles mean less damage to our garden plants. If weeds are winning in your … [Read more...]

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • …
  • 14
  • 15
  • 16
  • 17
  • 18
  • …
  • 23
  • Next Page »

Melissa J. Will - Empress of DirtWelcome!
I’m Melissa J. Will a.k.a. the Empress of Dirt (Ontario, Canada).
Join me as I share creative + frugal home & garden ideas with a dash of humor.
More:ย Contact/About
New here? Dig in!ย  |ย  Our Podcast

Handy Resources

  • Create Your Garden Profile
  • Soil-Mulch-Potting Mix Calculator
  • Garden Name Generator
  • Explore more โ–บ

 

DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS

Some articles on this site contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Affiliate and Ad Disclosure | Privacy Policy & Terms of Service

Copyright © 2026 ยท Empress of Dirt Creative + Frugal Home & Garden Ideas