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It’s Late Summer: What You Should Be Doing in Your Garden

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

In some places in the country, hints of fall are on the doorstep, while in others, the summer sun continues to beat down hard. No matter where you live, there are certain things that you need to be taking care of in your garden now. Some of these things will ensure that you have a solid fall harvest, and others will ensure that you prepare your beds for the next season to come. Either way, here is a great checklist to help you give your late summer garden the love it deserves.

10 Ways to Garden on a Dime

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Gardening is incredible. It allows you to get in touch with the earth, spend time outdoors, and grow beautiful flowers and produce that you can share with family and friends. However, it can quickly become an expensive hobby with a lot of reoccurring costs that add up over time. Thankfully, there are plenty of easy ways to keep your expenses to a minimum. Read on for our favorite money-saving tips to garden on a dime.

Delicious Cool Weather Crops You Can Plant This Fall

3 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Though it is sad to think of it, the end of summer is here. As you enjoy the last few weeks of warmth and sunshine, you are probably busy in the garden, getting everything prepared for the winter and harvesting your late summer veggies. But don’t put those tools away quite yet, as long as you have at least 60 days before your first expected frost, there are plenty of veggies you can plant today and enjoy in just a few weeks.

5 Steps to Reviving a Sad Looking House Plant

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Houseplants bring great joy and health benefits to any home. Unfortunately, even under the most diligent care, they don’t always thrive. If your houseplants are looking a little ragged, don’t despair! You can still nurse it back to health. These are the most common reasons your houseplant may be struggling and steps to revive it.

Soil Building 101: Start With the Best and Your Plants Will Deliver

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

“The cause of plant disease is poor nutrition and an unhealthy soil ecosystem. The fate of plants is as inseparably entwined with that of the soil as our fate is entwined with theirs. If we want to eat nutritious food we need to take care of the soil, for we too are part of this web of life.” – Heide Hermary

Want the Best Grass on the Block? Do These Things

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Any suburban dweller with a plot of grass in front of their home knows the status that comes with having a green, lush, weed-free lawn. Though it may seem like having a great lawn is a luxury for those with endless free time to spend on their precious grass, it is not as far out of reach as you may think. Follow these simple tricks and soon you’ll be basking in the glow of your “best lawn of the month” award…without spending four hours per day on yard work.

Urban Homesteading Gaining Traction: Are you In?

5 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

To some, the words urban and homestead just don’t seem to mix. However, more and more people are realizing their lifelong dream of becoming more self-sufficient without actually having to quit their job and move to the country. In fact, it is quite possible and popular these days to create a homestead within city limits on a relatively small piece of urban land. This is good news to those who can’t afford 50 acres of land but still want to catch the homesteading wave.

How to Throw the Ultimate Pollinator Party

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Have you ever taken a stroll through your veggie or fruit patch to find full blooms and gotten really excited only to see that nothing comes of them? This is one of the most disheartening things that can happen to a gardener, and the reason behind this is a lack of pollination.

How to Turn Your Patio into a Stress Busting Oasis

3 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Aside from the occasional barbeque, do you really embrace your outdoor living space? Yes, your garden may look great, but how often do you actually enjoy it? Whether you have an uninspired simple concrete slab, a toasty deck off your back door, or a tiny apartment balcony, it can be hard to find inspiration to create your dream patio. However, it is possible and not nearly as difficult as you may think. Here are a few ways to ramp up your outdoor living space and take advantage of those warm summer evenings.

7 Perennials That Aren’t Really Perennials

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

We all love the bright colors and plentiful blooms of annuals. But let’s face it, they’re not exactly the most economical plants for your garden. Even if you save some money by buying annuals from seed, the cost over the years adds up, especially if you focus on annuals more than perennials. Fortunately, there is a way to ensure that you get your annual fix without having to break the bank in the process. Read on to find out about our favorite annuals that masquerade as perennials and come back every year.

6 Beautiful Living Privacy Screen Ideas: No More Nosey Neighbors

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

It could be argued that a beautiful patio or a well-planned backyard garden deserves to be seen and appreciated, but there are many times that privacy over-rules showcasing your yard. When this is the case, consider replacing traditional privacy such as a fence or brick wall with something more organic. Something that becomes part of the landscape…a living screen.

It’s Late Summer: What You Should Be Doing in Your Garden

10 Ways to Garden on a Dime

Delicious Cool Weather Crops You Can Plant This Fall

5 Steps to Reviving a Sad Looking House Plant

Soil Building 101: Start With the Best and Your Plants Will Deliver

Want the Best Grass on the Block? Do These Things

Urban Homesteading Gaining Traction: Are you In?

How to Throw the Ultimate Pollinator Party

How to Turn Your Patio into a Stress Busting Oasis

7 Perennials That Aren’t Really Perennials

6 Beautiful Living Privacy Screen Ideas: No More Nosey Neighbors

Grow Your Own Hand Rescue Salve

What are Hitchhiker Weeds and How to Control Them

Easy and Creative Vertical Garden Ideas

Garden Mistakes Everyone Wants to Avoid

Best Veggies to Grow in Raised Beds

Always Plant This Kind of Fruit in Containers

The Easiest Way to Grow Herbs all Year Long

Food Safety Alert: Nationwide Shrimp Product Recall Intensifies

Federal Officials Say STOP: Latest Salmonella Food Outbreak Sending People to the Hospital

12 Tips to Keep Your Garden Harvest Fresh for Longer

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