Recent Blog Posts
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May 1, 2012
Short on garden space? If you build a trellis you'll get at least two crops of veggies and/or fruits in the same space as it takes to grow just one. Plus, as your plants are trained to grow upwards, they will get more light and air. And sunnier, dryer conditions mean less mildew and mold.
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May 1, 2012
When working on top of prepared soil, kneel on a piece of plywood to distribute your weight. Whatever you decide to plant, do all you can by reaching into your freshly prepared garden beds rather than flattening the soil with your sturdily clad feet.
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April 1, 2012
It seems everyone's into gardening, but if you're a novice (or an old green thumb) it may seem a little intimidating. So here are some suggestions to help you grow a bountiful harvest and remember.
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April 1, 2012
Is your deck ready for friends, family and barbecues or are there loose boards with nails popping up?
Do a deck check and, if it's the latter, a little TLC will keep it from looking like a wreck. This time of year cleaning and re-sealing is good but don't stop there.
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March 5, 2012
Though many of us enjoy the slower, relaxed feel of gardening, that doesn’t mean it can’t be confusing at times.
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March 1, 2012
Before spring rolls around, a great way to start your garden inside the house is with the help of leftover egg cartons. Fill empty egg cartons half-way with a mild soil mixture and green pepper or tomato plants or whatever you would like to plant.
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March 1, 2012
How to Enjoy a Fine Vine all Summer Long
Often located at the entrance to a garden or patio area, a "pergola" is a vine-covered gateway that's crawling with flowering vines and can help even a small space feel distinctive.
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February 17, 2012
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s time to start thinking about what you might want to get for your loved ones. Chocolates, jewelry, stuffed animals…and of course, flowers.
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February 1, 2012
If your green thumb is itching to get back to your garden, then here's an idea to help scratch it. Prepare seed tapes, which are a clever way to make your spring planting go really quick and seem like less of a chore. Plus, seed tapes perfectly space your plants.
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February 1, 2012
Birds can use some extra food this time of year and a great way to feed the birds is by decorating pine cones with seeds and a little "extra" to fatten them up.
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