Foraging for nutritious, edible wild plants has been in practice for eons. Today, “wildcrafting” is as simple as heading into your backyard. Learn how to become a part of the movement! The term “wildcrafting” comes from the old English word wildcrafting, which means “farming the woods.” Farming and wildcrafting go hand in hand. Before you even have … More Go Ahead, Eat Those Weeds: An Easy Guide To Foraging
Kitchen scrap gardening is the ultimate in recycling ~ it’s environmentally friendly, saves on grocery costs, is fun, and great hands-on therapy for you while a science lesson for your kiddos. This is the guide for those with little patience and absolutely no green thumb. It’s so easy and here are some of the top … More What Is Kitchen Scrap Gardening? Well it's exactly what it says … Find out how easy it is to regrow vegetables from scraps.
It’s melon time, one of my favorite times of year! If you don’t know this about me, I am spring and summer gal, which I know is not typical since fall is the average persons favorite. 🤷♀️ But I got some key things to look for when you are selecting melons, along with tips on what to do … More How do you pick the perfect melon …. well keep reading I'll try to help you out! 🍉
If there is one thing I look forward to in the spring, it’s the lilacs blooming.. Between the strong fragrance and the pretty plumes of white, pink, mauve, and purple blossoms, this shrub is irresistible. Planting And Growing Lilacs *Lilacs are exceptionally sturdy, long lived and carefree. Because they spread by root suckers, you can … More One of my most favorite things about spring is LILACS … it should be a holiday or something in my book. Here are some tips and myths that I know about lilacs …
Feeding the birds can be rewarding, but it can also be expensive. Rather than spending money on birdseed, why not grow the plants that provide food for birds? Sounds easy enough but there are a few things to consider when planning out a bird garden. Location is a HUGE thing when it comes to bird … More Feed the birds without the expense of paying for birdseed ~ Here's a quick and easy guide to creating a bird loving garden!
There’s a good reason to love pink flowers, not only are they GORGEOUS, they are always among the most trending flower color each year. Why pink, well because every shade of pink is perfect. Bold bright pinks, are the perfect shade to grab your attention, while soft lighter shades tend to be calming. Either way, … More SPRING, I absolutely LOVE spring! FLOWERS, I absolutely LOVE flowers! And Pink Flowers are soooooo good! Here are some amazing flowers to grow this spring season.
Grow Your Garden RightAs seasons pass and you practice basic gardening skills, you’ll get a sense for what works and what doesn’t, and you’ll continue to build a strong foundation of garden knowledge. Start gardening with these basics. Soil 101Evaluate soil. The key to every plant’s health and any garden’s vitality is in the soil. … More With Spring just under a month away, now's the time to research and plan your Gardening Basics. Heck here in MO it has felt like Spring since February 1 {What's with this bi-polar winter weather Missouri had this year?}
Spell It OutBeing whimsical is all about being fun, fresh, and festive. In this garden display, tin letters deliver a welcoming message for plants and visitors alike. Note how the arrangement of the letters emphasizes the waterfall-like flow of the container plantings. Design Tip: Whimsical messages can elicit smiles. Make your own from tin, plastic, … More Whimsical Landscaping Design Ideas
Use these easy plant-by-numbers recipes to put together the most beautiful hanging baskets in your neighborhood. Create a ContrastEven though they’re old-fashioned, geraniums are still a top pick for hot, sunny spots — and they mix well with just about everything. (No wonder they’re tried-and-true favorites.) This red geranium is dressed up with a flowing … More DIY ~ Create Your Own Stunning Hanging Baskets
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