If you want to liven up your garden with pretty flowers, look no further than Mansoa alliacea, better known as the Garlic Vine Plant or False Garlic. Garlic Vine is a tropical vine native to northern South America, from approximately…
Are you wondering how to stop water runoff from your neighbor’s yard? Maybe from downpours or stormwater? If so, you’re not alone. One of the most common issues among homeowners is what to do about water runoff from a neighbor’s…
Which are the best trees to line driveways? You have tons of options! We like crape myrtle, dogwoods, red maples, redbuds, and purple-leaf plums the most. When selecting a tree for your driveway landscaping, consider its mature spread and unique…
If you want your yard to be full of tiny croaking frogs and toads, you’ll need to know how to attract them. Frogs can be very beneficial to your yard’s ecosystem, and they’re also pretty fun to have around, but…
There’s something about sitting on a white porch swing on a warm day or cool evening, looking out and rocking as the sun rises and sets. Porch swings can be an excellent addition to any home, which is what led…
Do you have weeds with blue flowers on your lawn? Maybe you’d like to get rid of them or learn how to identify them. Perhaps you’ve even wondered if they might be edible. In this article, we’ll describe several blue…
If you have exposed tree roots in your garden, you may be searching for landscaping ideas around those roots. Well, look no further! We have several borderline-genius (and creative) landscaping ideas perfect for surface tree roots. These shallow root landscaping…
Stopping a dog from digging up plants in your garden or yard can feel impossible if your pup is blessed with a talent for creating holes. Some dogs are natural diggers, and some aren’t, but why would any dog go…
While wild bergamot (monarda fistulosa) is not the citrus you’ll find in most Earl Grey Teas, it is a unique and gorgeous bee balm flower with a unique taste, aroma, and plenty of uses in the garden. Wild bergamot is…
Classic crops, such as tomatoes, lettuce, and potatoes, are classics for a reason. Still, if you want to add some unusual, weird, and exciting colors and flavors to your garden, you might want to try some of these fruits and…
Scary vegetables for Halloween! Most people want their vegetable gardens to feel bright, warm, and welcoming. To have that rustic and chic feeling that comes from a lifestyle in tune with nature. The same goes for our dinner tables, right?…
If you live in a shady or wooded area like me, you may wonder about the best plants for hanging baskets in the shade. Thankfully, there are tons of gorgeous plants to choose from that thrive away from direct sunlight,…
If you’ve never tried propagating succulents, you’ll be amazed at how easy and fun it is! Unlike other fussier plants, succulents such as aloe vera will sprout roots with surprisingly little encouragement, making it simple for us to turn one…
Remember The Shining’s “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy?” Well, today, it’s all about play and making your garden look creepy for this year’s Halloween with some eerie, scary, sometimes cute, occasionally evil, and horror-movie-themed garden…
Fruit trees that grow in the shade! Many homesteaders think that if they want a fruit tree in their yard, they need a spacious and sunny space for the tree to spread its roots. But that’s not always the case! There…
