Tag: Gardening

Posted on 01/31/2024

Landscape for beginners: Getting started with designing an outdoor space

There are many factors that go into designing a landscape...

Garden Design

Gardening

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Posted on 01/17/2024

5 Shade-Loving Plants for Your Yard

If you have a shaded yard or garden, it might seem hopeless to grow bright and colorful flowers and plants. However, there are plenty of vibrant plants that thrive in partial to full shade. Here is a guide to some of the best shade-loving outdoor plants to consider for your garden: Hosta Hostas are a staple of shady...

Caladium

Coleus

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Posted on 10/11/2023

Saving water: For garden planning

One of the best ways to live more sustainably is by...

Conserve Water

Eco Friendly

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Posted on 08/02/2023

3 Tips for a low maintenance garden

Whether you’re a gardening beginner or just want more...

Gardening

Lawn Alternatives

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Posted on 07/12/2023

Tips & tricks for better yard drainage

If your yard is full of puddles, soggy soil and...

Gardening

Irrigation

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Posted on 03/02/2022

Hardiness Zones: What You Need to Know for Your Garden

When choosing plants to grow in your garden, it’s crucial to know what will survive in your particular climate. Luckily, the United States Department of Agriculture developed a special map of numbered “zones” to help farmers and gardeners make the best choices. While you might have seen the term, it’s important to understand what they mean and how...

Agriculture

Climate

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Posted on 11/24/2021

4 Ways to Care for Your Flower Garden

To have a thriving flower garden, the work doesn’t stop once you’re done planting. All plants, but especially flowering plants, need ongoing attention and maintenance to get the most bountiful blooms and healthy plants. There are several things you can do to care for your flower garden to make sure it looks beautiful all year round. Here are...

Flower Gardens

Flowers

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Posted on 04/21/2021

Tips on Building the Right Potting Bench for You

Photo by Andy via Pixabay A potting bench can provide you with a place to work on your garden, from starting seeds to grafting and transplanting. Ideally, your bench should be at a comfortable height for you to work at, be sturdy enough to support plants and tools and enhance the look of your yard. You have several...

Gardening

DIY

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Posted on 11/25/2020

Make Your Own, Environmentally-Friendly Trellis without Breaking Your Budget

Image by Mark Dixon from Pixabay Maybe it's time to get your garden ready, or maybe you already have a few scraggly plants that need some support; but pre-made trellises can be both pricey and flimsey. Instead of spending a lot to get a product that will fall apart after one, wet spring, why not make this sturdy...

Gardening Tips

Gardening

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