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5 Cheap Garden Path Ideas That Improve Access and Drainage

April 1, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

5 Cheap Garden Path Ideas That Improve Access and Drainage

Gardens don’t just grow flowers—they grow memories, moments, and sometimes a muddy mess underfoot. Imagine stepping outside to harvest fresh herbs or sip morning coffee only to find your shoes sucked into a soggy patch of earth. Nobody wants to tiptoe across a swamp disguised as a backyard, so a functional garden path isn’t just…

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Filed Under: garden decor Tagged With: backyard makeover, Budget Gardening, diy garden, drainage solutions, garden design, garden inspiration, garden paths, home improvement, landscaping, outdoor ideas, paving ideas

Sometimes It’s Nice to Visit Someone Else’s Garden

November 14, 2023 by Kathryn Vercillo 1 Comment

Sometimes It's Nice to Visit Someone Else's Garden

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…

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Filed Under: garden musings Tagged With: garden inspiration, garden meditation, gardening ideas, gardens, vacation gardens

4 Best TV Shows for Gardeners

July 25, 2022 by Kathryn Vercillo Leave a Comment

4 Best TV Shows for Gardeners

One of my favorite ways to get inspiration for creative endeavors is to watch reality TV competitions and other similar shows. For example, I’m a huge fan of shows like Project Runway that get me thinking about fashion design options. There are some great garden-related TV shows out there as well. Of course, if you…

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How to Revive Plants After Accidental Overwatering

How to Revive Plants After Accidental Overwatering

A plant drowning in kindness sounds like a contradiction, yet that’s exactly what overwatering does. One extra pour turns into two, and suddenly those once-perky leaves droop like they’ve given up on everything. The soil feels heavy, the pot looks innocent, and the plant sends distress signals that often get mistaken for thirst. That moment…

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Inexpensive Ways to Shade Plants During Hot Weather

Inexpensive Ways to Shade Plants During Hot Weather

The sun does not play around in peak summer, and plants feel every blazing second of it. Leaves scorch, soil dries out faster than expected, and even the hardiest greenery starts to look tired and overwhelmed. Anyone who cares about their garden knows that heat waves demand quick thinking and smarter strategies, especially when expensive…

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7 Things Earwigs Do in Gardens and When They Become a Problem

7 Things Earwigs Do in Gardens and When They Become a Problem

There is something dramatic about spotting an earwig curled up in a leaf, pincers poised like it just stepped out of a tiny action movie. These insects look intense, a little prehistoric, and maybe even a bit suspicious. But appearances rarely tell the whole story in a garden, and earwigs prove that better than most….

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What to Plant for Natural Pest Control Without Sprays

What to Plant for Natural Pest Control Without Sprays

The garden does not need chemicals to win the battle against pests. It needs strategy, a little creativity, and the right lineup of plants that know exactly how to hold their ground. Nature already built an entire defense system, and it works better than most store-bought sprays when used correctly. The trick lies in understanding…

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