Chewed leaves and blooms, dieback, holes in stems, and damage to twigs or bark indicate a beetle invasion in your landscape. Although most insects are beneficial or harmless, the 1% classified as pests can wreak havoc in your garden. Gardeners…
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…
Whenever a hummingbird (or several) visits your feeders, it feels special. Even if they frequent your yard, watching them is thrilling, motivating you to maintain fresh water and clean feeders. However, some conditions, like heat, are hard to control, and…
Stepping stones are a charming way to add character to a yard, plus there’s no shortage of styles you can buy or create. For instance, if you’re craving coastal cool, making your own DIY whimsical stepping stones will transform your…
Planting summer-blooming annual flowers in containers is an excellent way to enhance your porch, patio, or garden with vibrant colors throughout the season. Many annuals will continue to bloom all summer if they’re regularly watered and deadheaded. Some gardeners begin…
Growing tomatoes in isolation is fairly simple, but external challenges like weeds can hinder their growth, making it difficult to enjoy fresh, juicy produce. Fortunately, you can naturally enhance tomato growth by introducing a companion plant. Similar to other flora,…
If you’ve ever stepped into someone’s garden and marveled at its upscale appearance, you might assume a professional designer or a limitless budget was involved. However, more often than not, the lush look isn’t due to anything unattainable. Achieving a…
When designing the landscaping for an outdoor space, our main focus often lies on the expansive open areas of our yards. Features like flower beds along a fence, modern patio designs, and stone garden paths typically capture our attention. However,…