Growing peas vertically is a great way to save space in the garden, and it’s a fun way to try your hand at vertical vegetable gardening. If you love growing vertically as much as I do, then you’re always looking for fun new trellis ideas for climbing plants. Staking peas is common practice, but I always like to step things up a notch and use unique garden plant supports whenever I can....

Aloe vera plants are one of my all time favorites, and they make excellent, low maintenance houseplants. I’ve had mine for almost 20 years, and I’ve propagated it many times over. In fact, most of my friends and family (and even a some of my neighbors) have babies from it. Whether you’re growing an aloe plant as a houseplant, or in your garden, the steps for propagating aloe vera are the same....

Some people think that if they don’t have much sun, then they can’t grow any shrubs in their garden. This is simply not true. I think you will be pleasantly surprised with the amount of partial shade shrubs you’ll have to choose from! You don’t have to sacrifice color or flowers either. Many of the partial shade bushes on this list have spectacular blooms or vivid foliage to bring color to those darker corners....

Container gardening flowers are a must for outdoor summer planters. Whether you’re looking to fill hanging baskets, window boxes, small, or a large pots, you’ll find tons of options on this list of the best flowers for container gardening. One of the most fun things to do in the spring is picking out flowers for you summer container gardens. But with so many options, how the heck do you figure out which ones are the best?...

One of the best things about herbs is that they are very low maintenance plants. Which means they don’t require a ton of care. So don’t be intimidate by the thought of fertilizing herbs, it’s really not that difficult and doesn’t take much time! In this detailed herb fertilizer guide, I’m going to break it all down, and make this super easy for you. Do Herbs Need Fertilizer? Herbs are not heavy feeders, so you don’t need to fertilize them as often as other plants in your garden....

This DIY arch trellis is an ideal size for any garden. Plus it’s very easy to build, and looks amazing too. In this post, I’ll show you exactly how to make your own, step by step. By now you know that vertical gardening is a huge space saver. The best part about using a small arch trellis like this is that you can plant shorter crops underneath it, giving you twice the amount of room....

Finding the best gardening gifts for mom can be hard. Whether it be for her birthday, Christmas, or the holidays, or if you’re looking for Mother’s Day garden gift ideas, mom is hard to shop for! But you’ll find the perfect present for her on this list. There’s no doubt that mom is difficult to shop for – especially when she’s a gardener and you’re not. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered!...

If you’ve been following along with my series on rain gardens, then you’ve already gone through the design process, and you’re ready to start digging. But before you grab your shovel, it’s important to understand that building a rain garden is a little more work than most other flower beds. That’s because you’ll need to dig down deeper to create the basin, and also build the berm to the right level....

Winter sowing is fun and easy! In this quick-start guide, I cover everything from the benefits and when to begin, all the way through to maintenance and transplanting. Plus I’ll give you detailed step-by-step instructions to show you exactly how to winter sow your seeds. If you enjoy growing seeds, then you definitely need to give winter sowing a try. It’s a really fun method to use, and has even been a game-changer for some gardeners....

Whether you plan to make your own wine and jam, or you simply love the look of the vines, grapes are a classic plant to use for growing vertically. The beautiful perennial vines are outstanding to use as a privacy screen, or for creating small “rooms” in your garden. Plus, you get the added bonus of yummy fruit to enjoy at the end of the summer! But in order to to get a good crop, it’s important to learn how to trellis grapes in order to keep them healthy and productive....

Many types of houseplants with flowers you see at garden centers are sold as gift plants. That’s because some of these plants need special care (and sometimes even a greenhouse environment) in order to rebloom. So most people just toss them out once they’re done flowering. I don’t have a greenhouse, but I love surrounding myself with indoor blooming plants. Over the years, I’ve had great luck growing several different types of flowering houseplants....

I think we can all agree that homegrown grapes fresh off the vine are irresistible! Well guess what, they’re not only delicious to us, the birds and bugs love them too. Grapes left on the vine with no protection may become a feast for pesky critters, rather than for your family. Birds can be a BIG problem for grapes, and they can quickly decimate your crop. Not only that, but there are several different insects that eat grapevine leaves and fruits too....

Having a rain barrel is fun, and such a wonderful asset for any gardener. But many newbies are intimidated by the thought of getting it set up. Installing a rain barrel may seem like a big complex task, but it is actually pretty simple. These steps take less than an hour, and it’ll be ready to use right away. So, if you’re new to rainwater harvesting, then this tutorial is for you....

Growing chamomile isn’t as difficult as you may think, and they require minimal care. In this post I’ll show you everything you need to know in order to have the best success. The low maintenance chamomile plant is a lovely flowering addition to any garden. It’s perfect for beginners, who want to learn how to grow something easy and beautiful. This guide is designed to teach you all about chamomile plant care, so anyone can enjoy this beneficial herb....

Collecting radish seeds from your garden is a no brainer. It’s frugal, and you can even trade with your friends for different varieties. Every year that I grow them, I always make a point of gathering radish seeds. It’s one of my favorite veggie seeds to harvest and save from my garden, and also one of the easiest. If you have radishes in your vegetable garden this year, you should absolutely try saving the seeds....

Kalanchoes are easy to care for and fun to collect. In this post, I’m going to teach you everything you’ll need to know about how to grow them both indoors and outside. Kalanchoes are fun to collect, easy to grow, and can live for many years when give the proper care. These versatile plants do great in containers or in the ground, and can thrive equally well houseplants or outside in the landscape....

What Is Rainwater Harvesting Rainwater harvesting (aka rainwater collection or rainwater catchment) sounds like a really technical term, but the definition is not complicated at all. Simply put, rainwater harvesting is capturing runoff, and storing it for later use. Table of Contents Harvesting rainwater has become very popular over the past few years. Rainwater collection systems can range in complexity from a simple garden rain barrel all the way up to a complete rainwater catchment system that supplies water to the entire house and yard (wow!...

It can be tough to find the perfect gifts for gardeners, especially if they already seem to have everything! Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. This guide is jam-packed with tons of wonderful ideas that I love, and they will too! Finding the perfect gifts for gardeners is hard, especially for the ones who already have everything. That’s exactly why I made this list! Whether you’re looking for holiday or Christmas gifts for gardeners, something for their birthday, a housewarming, or some other special occasion… you’ll find the perfect presents for them on this list....

If you’ve ever found bugs crawling all over your squash plants, then you know how disheartening squash bugs can be. They are great hiders, so they can cause major damage before you even notice there’s a problem. Trust me, I know exactly how frustrating it can be to control garden insects like this one. Getting rid of squash bugs can be difficult, but it IS possible! In order to be as effective as possible with your treatments, it’s important to understand their life cycle, feeding habits, and the signs to watch out for, so you can get them under control quickly....

Did you know that there’s more than one seed starting method? Yes, it’s true, and they each have their own unique purpose. In this post, I’m going to tell you all about 3 sowing techniques, the pros and cons, and which seeds work best for each method. The biggest mistake I made as a new gardener was using one sowing method to start ALL of my seeds – and that was planting them inside of my house....