Garden borders, also known as herbaceous borders in England, are garden areas typically bordered by a wall, fence, patio, or other structure, or even a building, and are usually designed to be viewed from one perspective (mostly head-on). This sets…
Although tomato cages have their benefits, they aren’t the only method for supporting the beloved homegrown ingredient used in salsas, salads, and sauces. There are numerous other options available. Many gardeners are exploring alternatives because tomato cages have some drawbacks,…
Container gardening is enjoyable, convenient, and an excellent way to add vibrant color to your porch or balcony. However, you’ll eventually start losing your plants if you commit one common error, even if you’re using top-quality soil and fertilizer. The…
During the summer, keeping cool at home is essential. Indoors, this might involve sealing gaps, maintaining your AC, and closing blinds to block sunlight. Outdoors, wise landscaping choices are crucial — such as planting shade trees and opting for alternatives…
Cultivating your own delectable vegetables in the garden can be incredibly fulfilling, but it does require some effort. You need to enrich the soil, maintain adequate watering, and most challenging of all, protect your garden from pests that can ruin…
Toilet paper tubes tend to accumulate quickly. After finishing a roll, you might usually throw the cardboard away or recycle it. However, you should reconsider, as these small brown cylinders can be surprisingly beneficial for your garden. Reusing them not…
Like many garden visitors, deer are opportunistic. They have preferences regarding the types of flowers and foliage they’ll sample from your beds and gardens, but they’ll also consume their less favored specimens if necessary. Generally, deer adore hydrangeas, especially the…
Growing potted strawberries in your outdoor space can provide you with a luscious crop of sweet, juicy berries to enjoy all summer long. It’s even easier if you grow these in one of those strawberry pots that has multiple planting…
Enhancing your outdoor area with lights can set the mood, outline pathways, and serve as a security measure, but you should reconsider adding more lighting to your garden. In fact, it might be wise to reevaluate the lighting you currently…
Squirrels are entertaining to watch, but they can wreak havoc in your garden and damage your plants. If you’ve faced their disruption in your garden, bird feeder, or potted plants, you know the mess they can create. While certain easy-to-grow…