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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.

The Best Way to Grow Grass For Your Cat and Why You Should

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Though cats are carnivores and love eating meat and fish-based foods, you may have noticed your feline friend snacking on grass or chewing up your houseplants. If you have an indoor/outdoor cat, you’ve probably seen them rolling around in the yard munching on blades of grass like any hungry vegetarian. If your cat stays inside all day (like most domestic cats), you’ve probably had to place your plants on shelves out of their reach due to voracious snacking. Don’t worry! This behavior is totally normal and may even have health benefits. However, it is crucial to provide the right kind of foliage to protect your precious feline. So why does your cat eat grass, and how can you grow your own? Read on to find out.

How to Grow Potatoes in a Bag: Does it Really Work?

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Fresh, earthy potatoes are an easy crop to grow, and just a few plants will produce pounds of potatoes in a single season. However, the traditional method of planting potatoes in hills is not ideal for the small-space gardener since the plants need a lot of space to spread out. Thankfully, you can plant potatoes in a bag and get a bountiful harvest in just a few square feet.

How to Create and Care for a Beautiful Terrarium

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Terrarium (Pl. terrariums/terraria) by definition is a miniature garden sealed in a glass container. They are excellent for displaying beautiful plants individually or as a composition that represents a piece of nature. They take a bit of effort to set up but are easy to maintain and add a beautiful and delicate touch to any space.

5 Ways to Protect Your Garden Plants in the Summer Heat

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

If you live in a part of the country that regularly experiences temperatures between 90 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the summer months, you have good cause to be concerned about your plants in the baking heat. Though plants do need the bright sun and usually thrive in the summer, the blistering intensity of a heat wave combined with less rainfall can often cause serious problems for your garden. Here are 5 ways to protect your garden this summer.

How to Grow and Use Chia Seeds

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Chia seeds are tiny black/white seeds of the plant Salvia hispanica belonging to the same family as mint and basil. They have a long history of cultivation in South America, where they were a staple food of ancient civilizations.

5 Reasons to Garden with Your Kids

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Some of my favorite childhood memories involve digging into the earthy ground with my mom and telling our plants to “grow well” as we gave them a drink of water and patted the soil down. My sisters and I would wait anxiously to see the product of our labor and harvest our fresh summer strawberries, eating them straight off the plant with the warm, sticky juice dripping down our chins.

Want to Attract More Wildlife – Here is What You Should Do

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

If you are anything like me, there is nothing more enjoyable to you than sitting on your patio in the warm twilight air, sipping a cup of tea and watching the birds and insects trill around your garden. You don’t have to live in the heart of the country to enjoy this vision, either. Even if you are in an urban area, there are ways that you can, and should, be encouraging wildlife to find sanctuary in your yard. Here are a few tips and tricks to make your garden a natural paradise…no matter where you are.

Should You Spend Money on Annuals? (here is when it works)

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Experienced gardeners are all across the board regarding annuals, and it can often be challenging to sort through all the noise and figure out just when these temporary plants should have a place in your shopping cart. Here are a few dos and don’ts when it comes to the alluring (yet fleeting) eye-candy of the garden.

7 Facts About Geraniums You Need to Know

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

These bright, fragrant flowers, are an excellent way to add a burst of color to any porch, patio, terrace, backyard garden or window box. As summer approaches, you may want to consider planting these warm-season bloomers around your outdoor living areas to enjoy their cheery influence and alluring perfume. Before you do, however, here are 7 intriguing facts about geraniums you probably didn’t know.

7 Flowers You Must Plant if You Want More Bees

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

When you think of bees, it probably isn’t your first instinct to want to attract more of them to your yard. These striped insects often get a bad rap due to their rather painful natural defense mechanism and are often shoed away from the garden by harsh insect repellents and pesticides.

How to Turn Your Patio into a Stress Busting Oasis

The Best Way to Grow Grass For Your Cat and Why You Should

How to Grow Potatoes in a Bag: Does it Really Work?

How to Create and Care for a Beautiful Terrarium

5 Ways to Protect Your Garden Plants in the Summer Heat

How to Grow and Use Chia Seeds

5 Reasons to Garden with Your Kids

Want to Attract More Wildlife – Here is What You Should Do

Should You Spend Money on Annuals? (here is when it works)

7 Facts About Geraniums You Need to Know

7 Flowers You Must Plant if You Want More Bees

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