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10 Best Budget Small Garden Ideas You Need To See

July 18, 2025 by Amanda Blankenship Leave a Comment

Looking to transform a tiny outdoor space without draining your wallet? You’re not alone. Whether you’re working with a modest patio, balcony, or backyard patch, creating a vibrant, inviting garden is absolutely possible—even on a tight budget. The secret lies in smart design, repurposed materials, and a little creativity. Here are 10 of the best…

Garden Smart, Spend Less: 6 Easy and Affordable Gardening Tips

November 8, 2024 by Vanessa Bermudez Leave a Comment

Gardening doesn’t have to be expensive to be enjoyable and rewarding. With a little creativity and planning, you can create a beautiful outdoor space without breaking the bank. Gardening on a budget is all about using resources wisely, repurposing items, and making smart choices. Here are six easy and affordable gardening tips to help you…

How To Get Free Seeds From The Government by Amanda Blankenship Seeds might seem like a small expense, but any seasoned…
Should I Use Enviro Ice On My Plants? by Kathryn Vercillo Every week, I receive food from Hungryroot. It's a great…
Using Shredded Paper As Garden Mulch by Amanda Blankenship Should you use shredded paper as garden mulch? It might…
What Happens to Plants If You Use Enviro Ice on Them? by Amanda Blankenship About a year ago, I wrote our first article about…

10 Garden Chemicals That Are Still Sold—But Banned Overseas

Not everything on your local garden center’s shelf is safe, at least, not by global standards. Some lawn and garden chemicals still sold in the U.S. have been banned in other countries due to serious health and environmental risks. Before you spray, here are 10 products that might make you think twice. These bans aren’t…

6 Times a Backyard Project Ended in a Legal Dispute

Are you planning a backyard project? Sometimes, you’ll have to check with your neighbor first. A backyard upgrade sounds harmless, but it can trigger lawsuits, fines, or even neighbor wars. From property lines to zoning laws, outdoor projects can quickly spiral into legal trouble if you’re not careful. Here are six backyard blunders that could…

8 Lawn Additions That Could Attract Burglars

How do you protect your home from burglars? Well, what’s in your yard could be inviting crime. A well-kept lawn can boost curb appeal, but it can also catch the eye of someone with bad intentions. Certain lawn additions, while attractive or convenient, may unintentionally signal that your home is an easy or valuable target….

From Paper Towel to Potting Soil: The Ideal Time to Transplant Your Seedlings

Growing plants from seed is a rewarding process, but it takes more than just patience—it requires timing and care at every stage. One of the most critical steps is knowing exactly when to transplant your seedlings into potting soil. Move them too early, and they may not survive the shock; wait too long, and their…

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