Gardening in full sun offers both benefits and challenges. While many popular garden plants thrive in a sunny location the intensity of the sun’s rays can make maintaining a garden bed difficult. Proper plant selection design, and care allows any gardener to create stunning full sun beds. Follow these tips and tricks for glorious gardens … Read more
You’ve put lots of time and effort into your garden. Perhaps you’ve added raised beds with phenomenal soil. Maybe you’ve amended in-ground beds to sheer perfection. And suddenly, the neighborhood cats think your garden spaces are their personal litter box. How do you keep cats out of garden beds successfully? There are many, many tips … Read more
When it comes to starting a new garden, raised beds are a great option Not only do they help improve drainage and soil quality, but they also make gardening more comfortable by eliminating the need to bend over or kneel directly on the ground Raised beds come in all shapes, sizes and materials When selecting … Read more
If you paint a raised garden bed, that color helps enliven the space year-round. But there can be issues with painted raised beds. Discover how to get it right. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Raised beds in gardens are lively additions to … Read more
Lavender is one of the most beloved herbs for gardens. With its aromatic foliage and gorgeous blooms, this Mediterranean plant adds beauty and fragrance wherever it’s planted. While lavender thrives in warm climates, it can also grow well in colder areas if given the proper conditions. When incorporating lavender into garden beds and borders, there … Read more
Moss growth in garden beds is a common problem for gardeners, especially in damp, shady areas. While moss can be used decoratively in some cases it often crowds out grass flowers and other plants we want to grow. Getting rid of moss and keeping it away requires understanding what causes it and using some key … Read more
Raised stone garden beds are a beautiful and durable option for any backyard. With the right planning and preparation you can create stunning beds that will last for decades. In this complete guide we’ll cover everything you need to know about raised stone garden beds – from weighing the pros and cons to step-by-step instructions … Read more
A corner of your yard or garden often goes overlooked and underutilized. But with a raised garden bed, you can transform that unused space into a beautiful and functional part of your landscape. Corner raised beds are an ingenious way to add planting space, heighten visual interest, and boost productivity in awkward corners. There are … Read more
Having a balcony garden is a great way to grow your own veggies, herbs, and flowers even if you live in an apartment. And raised garden beds are perfect for balcony gardening since they take up minimal space while allowing you to grow a variety of plants In this complete guide, we will look at … Read more
Whether you want to plant vegetables or create a new flower bed, there are several different ways to convert lawn into gardening space. I’m going to share with you the various methods I have used. What works and what doesn’t, and tips for creating your new garden bed. Before you even begin to start the … Read more