Each area that we live in has a unique microclimate that can impact our gardens. When you are new to gardening it can be overwhelming trying to figure out when to plant. The first place to look is to the USDA Hardiness Zone. Unfortunately, this isn’t always an...
Tired of wasting water on your lawn? Now is a great time to plan an edible landscape. It is important to take a few weeks to think about your space and create a plan. This will ensure that your hard work will last you for years to come. Edible landscapes can be a lot...
Companion planting flowers and herbs can provide you with a beautiful pot to showcase indoors or out. Growing your own flowers and herbs is a fun and interesting hobby with a huge benefit for your health and wallet, you will have access to delicious and nutritious...
Keyhole Garden History Keyhole gardens were established in the 1990’s for residents in Lesotho a southern Africa nation that had to deal with frequent drought and soil erosion issues. They had originally been designed for people who suffered from AIDS or were...
Calendula (Calendula officinalis) also known as pot marigold is a versatile flower that is easy to grow. Calendula has been used as an edible flower as well as for medicine for centuries. If you want to grow a plant that provides beauty to the garden but can easily...
As the climate keeps changing, we must be prepared for different types of weather. We need to adapt our landscape to support the surface areas around us. One way to help is by planning a rain garden. What is a rain garden? A rain garden is a shallow...
