Often I’ve heard how amazed people are that I’ve had so much success growing avocado plants from seeds. I think it is because the old toothpick-over-water method is such a hit or miss. So far I’ve had 95% success with sprouting avocado pits with the method I’m going to share today. I can’t take credit for coming up with it…who knows […] Read more…
Let’s be honest, buying plants isn’t the cheapest hobby. Especially if you are on a mission to become the next “plant lady” (plant guy?). Houseplants can be a pretty penny, and then there is no guarantee you aren’t going to just end up killing it. Well today I’m sharing 7 ways I get free or nearly free […] Read more…
Use these simple methods to keep your plants watered while away on long trips and vacation! Vacation watering methods can be easier than you think. Care for indoor plants while travelling doesn’t have to be dependent on your closest neighbor. *Affiliate links below contained below! How To Keep Plants Alive On Long Trips I am going away on vacation […] Read more…
*This post was awesomely sponsored by The Home Depot. Woop woop! My favorite types of DIY activities are the ones we do together as a family. Talk about quality time! I get my kiddoes out from behind a screen, we get to do something wholesome and educational without it feeling like it is (you know […] Read more…
Something that can hide the ugly, and bring a pop of color to turn this from an eyesore into a feature I have an unfortunate utility box eyesore right by the entrance of our house…the area guests first see when they walk up to our house. No, it isn’t the front door, but our driveway loops […] Read more…
I spend half the year being excited for spring! It is my favorite season, and it couldn’t come a moment too soon. Then again, sometimes spring needs just a little help to add that perfect pop of color, or bring about some beautiful spring flowers. This was exactly the case with my sad little patch off […] Read more…
Don’t neglect outdoor living spaces, such as porches, patios, and decks. They are square footage that is often left underutilized and un-decorated. See how a few simple touches add both style and function to make the best of the patio, porch, or deck space! *This post is made possible by Better Homes & Gardens at Walmart! […] Read more…
There is no better way to dive into a new year, or even into the winter months than creating an indoor garden! I mean, who can beat the benefits to your budget, your health, the taste of your food with fresh herbs and greens, AND stunning new wall decor, all-in-one! Sounds like a win-win-win-win to […] Read more…
Add a little character and charm to your garden and landscaping with a DIY Obelisk Trellis. Why grow your climbing plants on a simple trellis when you can build a showstopper? *This post is sponsored by Angie’s List, where I first shared this project as a regular contributor What gives this gorgeous trellis it’s stylish […] Read more…
Recently my good friends at The Home Depot reached out to me with a fun DIY challenge; they wanted to know what I could create using piping. Are you kidding, I’ve always wanted to get my hands on pipes and see what I could make…challenge so totally accepted!! I was so excited, I dreamt up about […] Read more…
Our family’s whining in the winter usually goes like this…”ugh, will this dreadful cold and dastardly heaps of snow never end?” …we may be a little over dramatic. Then along comes summer, and all we can do is wish for weather that doesn’t dissolve us into puddles of sweat. Go figure. Never-the-less I am always excited […] Read more…
I can’t believe we had half a foot of snow on our deck just a couple weeks ago. What kind of bad April fools joke was that? I’ve been itching for Spring for what feels like forever, so when the snow put the kibosh on my grand gardening (and building!) plans, I was determined not to let it […] Read more…
We asked top bloggers and brands the question, “What do we need to know to get garden ready and take it to the next level?“, Here are their brilliant responses.. As the weather warms up, we all want to spend time outside. We get our patio furniture cleaned off and all our flower pots […] Read more…
I admit it, I am SO not ready for winter. You wouldn’t be if you lived in the snow belt either… all the cold winter days spent snow blowing through drifts that go up to your waist. But I am enjoying the stunningly beautiful fall colors that come with the season that ushers in […] Read more…
Are you enjoying gardening season? After a long frigid winter, I am positively reveling in summer weather! Our deck garden is coming along nicely and I can’t wait until everything fills in and plants start really producing. A reader emailed asking if I gave a garden tour last year. Well it turns out that I […] Read more…
Why Raised? Why Sub-Irrigated? Do you really have to ask? My raised beds sit on my deck and are as work-free as a garden can get! They are self watering, requiring a refill once every two months, and they help extend my summer planting season. Oh, and as for weeding, well…what weeding? *swoon* I love […] Read more…
It is definitely spring, and I’ve got garden fever! Yep, it is that time of year when I have gardening dreams of grandeur. And every year my plans fail miserably as I struggle to keep my unruly garden plot. Well this year I’ve decided to try something a little different… a minimal work deck garden! […] Read more…