Simple ways to save money while you garden
I enjoy exploring different approaches to garden design. There are so many styles that evoke so many different feelings when you’re amidst them. Although I know a little bit about a few styles, there are many others I hope to learn more about in the weeks, months, and years to come. 3 Garden Designs I’ve…
Have you ever visited a Zen garden and walked away feeling an immense sense of peace? This tranquility is no accident. The simple, intentional design of zen gardens creates this for us. And you can create it for yourself in your own space. More importantly, you can do so on a budget. What is a…
This past week, my partner and I stayed at an Airbnb with a beautiful backyard garden. We chose it because it was dog friendly and our dogs were the entire reason that we were going there. But, of course, the garden itself was a nice added bonus. And I realized while I was there that…
I was just visiting a friend of mine whose money plant is dying. He’s working on getting it healthy again. We talked about some solutions. But also we talked about how it feels so much worse when a money plant dies than when any other plant doesn’t survive. Why is that? Whether you call it…
What should you wear when you’re working in the garden? Jeans and a top is obviously fine. However, you might want to consider getting overalls. They’re durable, protect your clothes and body, and have great pockets. Plus, they can be cute. Here is a look at why you might want them. Plus we have the…
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener seeking new inspiration or a novice looking to cultivate your first window box of herbs, the world of gardening YouTube has something for everyone. From urban gardening to permaculture, from succulents to heirloom vegetables, let’s explore the Top Gardening YouTube Channels You Should Follow in 2023. Each channel offers a…
I don’t know exactly what I thought of upon hearing the term “electroculture gardening.” Nevertheless, it excited me. It has hints of raves and EDM, parties in deserts and forests, and a celebration of nature as culture. It’s something more technological – the application of electricity to create plant growth. It’s an interesting thing to…
Gardening was never my forte. Honestly, I proudly wore the label of a “brown thumb” for most of my life. I’d often cringe at the thought of tending to plants, certain I’d unintentionally send them to an early demise. Little did I know that my journey from reluctant gardener to someone who finds solace in…
Thorn-proof gardening gloves are an essential tool for any gardener who deals with prickly plants, thorny shrubs, or any potentially harmful vegetation. They provide protection against cuts, punctures, and scratches. Therefore, they allow you to work in the garden more safely and comfortably. They don’t have to be costly but you do want to make…