Go big with your garden art! This giant DIY garden art bird nest is made from scrap tree branches and a couple of dollar store supplies. It's a perfect addition to the top of a garden shed. If you … [Read more...]
Summer
Clay Pot Crafts: What to Make With Terracotta Pots
Use these ideas to turn clay pots into garden art and décor. Craft ideas include terracotta lighthouse, birdhouses, wind chimes, fairy flower pots, and wreaths. Got the crafting bug? There are … [Read more...]
6 Colorful Plants to Brighten Your Shade Garden
A shade garden can be colorful. Plenty of plants offer vibrant flowers and foliage for shady spots. Here’s a list of suggestions with photos from home gardens. If you like food gardening, … [Read more...]
How to Make Hose Guards to Protect Your Plants
Hose guards stop water hoses from crushing your garden plants. Using thrifted drawer pulls, these are budget-friendly and easy to make. I'll show you how to craft a bunch. Your plants will thank … [Read more...]
How to Make a Floating Pond Planter
Homemade floating pond planters or mini islands are a lovely way to add seasonal pops of colorful flowers to your garden pond. You can also use them to sail garden art or candles on a summer evening. … [Read more...]
How to Remove Weeds Between Bricks (Without Herbicides)
If your brick patio or path has weeds in the gaps, these practical tips will help revive the space and stop regrowth with resorting to herbicides. We also have creative ideas for stepping stones … [Read more...]
How to Add Fish to a Backyard Garden Pond
Ready to add pond fish to your backyard garden pond? To ensure the fish and pond stay healthy, there are a few things to know first. I’ll walk you through the preparation checklist, and then show you … [Read more...]