At garden centers, there are millions of awe-inspiring seeds just waiting for someone to take them home and watch them grow. But if you’re new to gardening, those instructions and conditions on the back of the seed packets might seem a little scary. Please don’t stop trying because of it! You will be amazed at …
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Worms might remind you of playing in the dirt as a kid or that special day you went fishing. Today, I’m going to make a safe place for worms in my garden. Earthworms will help break up the soil and add nutrients to it. Vermicompost is a healthy way to feed and fuel your soil, …
After the first lilacs bloom, showing off their lavender faces and sweet smell, our delicate white lilac bush shrugs out its flowers. Our “white” is not as strong as our other scents, but its scent is lighter and enticing. It’s hard to imagine that anything could smell better than purple lilacs, but the white lilac …
How does organic farming work? Today, “organic farming” is not only a common phrase, but it is also a subject of much debate. Some people think it is the best way to farm, while others believe it is only partly correct. Let’s look at organic, natural, and nature-based farming and how they work. Ecological farming …
People have said that Americans love to garden. Since the pandemic, millions more people have turned to their gardens for healing. Studies have shown that gardening and spending time in nature can lower our blood pressure, make us feel less stressed and anxious, and strengthen our immune systems. Getting in touch with nature can make …
Almost all herbs taste best when they are as fresh as possible, but many can be kept for use out of season. Some are evergreen and can be picked right before they are used, so they don’t need to be maintained. Rosemary, Parsley, Hyssop, and Sage are some of these. Some can be kept alive …
When decorating a child’s room, the ceiling is usually the last thing people think about. After all, many parents wonder how much a ceiling can change a room. More than you could think! No longer should you leave the ceiling plain, as this often overlooked part of a room can easily make or break the …
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It’s easy to get distracted by all the beautiful colors and textures of plants when you walk through your local garden center. It can be easy to buy plants with so many options. You start putting all the plants that catch your eye in your cart without thinking about how they will fit into your …