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Create a Mini Container Pond with Water Plants & Fountain

Published on April 20, 2018Last updated October 11, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Mini patio water garden with faucet and water lily.

Create a small pond in a container for your patio, deck, or porch. These water features are perfect for growing aquatic plants and running a small fountain. This is part of series on creating … [Read more...]

How to Choose Wildlife Houses (Birds Bees Bats Owls)

Published on April 14, 2018Last updated October 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Bee house with tubes of natural materials for nesting.

Want to provide safe nesting boxes for wildlife in your garden? See how to choose safe and eco-friendly houses for local birds, bees, bats, owls, and kestrels. There are more tips, projects, … [Read more...]

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

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

One-of-a-kind garden art ebook cover.

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...]

25 Plants with the Look or Fragrance of Chocolate

Published on April 6, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Chocolate-colored flower.

Chocolate is a fun theme for a garden! Find plants with the fragrance of chocolate and flowers and foliage to resemble both milk and dark chocolate. Together they create a chocolate-lovers garden … [Read more...]

Make a Miniature Fairy Garden Fountain That Really Works

Published on April 5, 2018Last updated October 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Miniature fairy garden fountain in a watering can

Make a fountain for a miniature fairy garden that really works. Iโ€™ll show you the supplies needed and how to set it up. There are more ideas here in the Fairy and Miniature … [Read more...]

Want to Grow Miniature Plants? Avoid These 7 Mistakes

Published on November 17, 2017Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Miniature garden plants

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...]

How to Turn Food Scraps Into Compost to Feed Your Garden

Published on October 4, 2017Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Large composting bins with squashes growing out of them.

Composting food scraps reduces landfill waste and creates organic matter to enrich your soil. Methods vary, but all help build healthier garden soil over time. If you're curious about compost tea, … [Read more...]

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