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Teri Monroe

Teri Monroe started her career in communications working for local government and nonprofits. Today, she is a freelance finance and lifestyle writer and small business owner. In her spare time, she loves golfing with her husband, taking her dog Milo on long walks, and playing pickleball with friends.

Are You Feeding Your Plants Wrong? Here’s a Cheaper, Better Way

May 27, 2025 by Teri Monroe Leave a Comment

feeding your plants cheaply

Feeding your plants properly can be tricky and costly. Overfeeding and underfeeding can cause serious problems with your plants. Plus, you’re probably throwing away money on expensive and unnecessary things, like fertilizers. What if we told you that there’s a better and cheaper way to feed your plants? You won’t have to sacrifice nutrition or…

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Filed Under: garden tips Tagged With: diy fertilizer, feeding plants, fertilizer

10 Recycled Materials That Make Your Garden Better (and Cheaper)

May 20, 2025 by Teri Monroe Leave a Comment

Egg carton planter recycled materials

Like the saying goes, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. This is especially true when you’re trying to garden on a budget. Don’t throw out your waste; instead, get creative! Repurposing things like recycled materials is not only cost-effective but also sustainable. Here are 10 things that will improve your garden and are cheaper…

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Filed Under: garden tips Tagged With: eliminating waste, Recycled Containers, recycled materials, sustainable gardening

8 Budget Friendly Landscaping Tips No One Talks About

May 16, 2025 by Teri Monroe Leave a Comment

budget friendly landscaping tips

Landscaping doesn’t have to break the bank. While it can easily cost hundreds or even thousands to maintain a yard or garden, a few smart strategies can help you save big. Here are eight budget-friendly landscaping tips you won’t hear every day. We’re moving beyond common advice to uncover truly innovative ways to beautify your…

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Filed Under: saving money Tagged With: budget landscaping, cheap lawn care, landscaping tips

No Yard, No Problem: How Urban Gardening Is Changing City Life

May 13, 2025 by Teri Monroe Leave a Comment

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Urban gardening is revolutionizing city living. No longer are concrete jungles drab and lifeless. Now, individuals are utilizing urban spaces and filling them with thriving green spaces. This includes community gardens in vacant lots. In many communities, an urban community garden is addressing food inequities and promoting healthy eating, especially for young adults. For example,…

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: urban garden, urban garden trend, urban gardening

Are Store-Bought Planters a Rip-Off? Try DIY Instead

May 9, 2025 by Teri Monroe 2 Comments

DIY Planter Ideas

Store-bought planters can cost you hundreds of dollars. Each one can run you on average around $30. Some designer pots cost hundreds of dollars each! If you’re trying to be cost-conscious, you may want to consider DIY planters. Here we’ll discuss why store-bought planters are a ripoff and also give you some DIY planter ideas….

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Filed Under: garden decor Tagged With: DIY Planters, planters, store-bought planters

15 Low-Cost Garden Ideas That Will Wow Your Neighbors

May 6, 2025 by Teri Monroe Leave a Comment

low-cost garden ideas

Creating a wow-worthy garden doesn’t have to break the bank. With a little creativity and repurposing items you may already have, you can create a stunning garden. Here are 15 low-cost garden ideas that are sure to impress your neighbors. All of these ideas can be brought to life for under $100. 1. DIY Planters…

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Filed Under: garden tips Tagged With: creative garden ideas, diy garden, low-cost garden ideas

Think Gardening Is Too Expensive? These Cheap Hacks Prove You Wrong

May 2, 2025 by Teri Monroe Leave a Comment

Gardening hacks to save money

Have you always wanted a garden but think that it’s too expensive? Setting up a garden can cost hundreds to thousands of dollars depending on your setup and maintenance needs. However, you don’t have to spend a fortune to have a beautiful garden. Here we’ll share some of our favorite gardening hacks to help you…

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Filed Under: saving money Tagged With: cheap gardening tips, gardening hacks, Gardening on a Budget

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Don’t Buy Seed Starters: Use These 4 Free Household Containers Instead

That shiny display of seed starters at the store may look tempting, but it does not hold any magic that a few everyday items cannot match. Seeds do not care about brand names or packaging. They care about moisture, warmth, and a good start, and plenty of common household containers deliver exactly that. A smart…

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