The sun is shining, the garden is growing, and the temperatures are rising. It is summer time again. This is a great time of year. But not just because of all of the canning and preserving that goes ...
How to Grow Truffles in 7 Easy Steps and Make a Big Profit
Have you ever heard of a truffle? They are very popular in European countries but are considered a delicacy among those that are very well off financially. Now, when I say truffle, I’m not ...
26 Trellis Plants That Are Bright, Charming, and Absolutely Gorgeous
Do you love the idea of having a trellis in your backyard? We actually created a trellis over a walkway at our previous home. It made a neat little walkthrough to get into our garden. Plus, we ...
3 Different Compost Making Techniques (and the Advantages of Each)
Every gardener wants their soil to be better and there are many different ways to do this but one of the best and easiest ways to make your soil better is by adding dead life to it. I’m not talking ...
16 Beneficial Tips for First Time Container Gardeners
Last summer I decided I wanted to have a garden. Knowing that there was a possibility of moving to our new homestead, it became evident that having a traditional or raised bed garden was not going to ...
9 Tips for Better Soil Quality in Your Garden and Get Better Crops
No one can argue that healthy soil equals a better yard and a better producing garden. Not only does healthy soil equal a better producing garden but one that does so with less effort. The question ...
When to Trim Your Bushes and 6 Important Tips to Do It Right
Are you unsure when or how to trim your bushes? I used to be afraid of trimming my bushes too. Then one year, I decided I was going to tackle this hurdle and haven’t looked back since. Actually, ...
How to Build a Budget-Friendly DIY Compost Bin in 3 Different Ways
Do you like to recycle? Does it make you feel good to know that you are doing what you can to reduce, reuse, and recycle? Well, if so, then you are the perfect candidate to begin making your own ...
How to Mulch Your Yard in 5 Easy Steps
Do you like having a neat yard that is not taken over by weeds? Then you need to discover mulch. It is an inexpensive way to make your yard look well-manicured. It does a great job of controlling ...