Soil is more than just the dirt for your plants. It’s the foundation for their growth and overall health. Do you know what makes up the chemistry of good soil? To create the most ideal growing conditions for your garden, you need good soil. It is, ...
Homesteading is a practice that means different things to different people. But, generally, it involves being as self-sufficient as possible. It’s a lifestyle that involves catering to your own essential needs. This may include growing your own food, pro ...
"I found a better way to garden, one that's more efficient, more manageable, and requires less work.” Those are the words of gardener Mel Bartholomew, the man who developed the concept of Square Foot Gardening in 1981. His guide on the subject e ...
As sunlight starts sticking around a little longer each day, you’re probably itching to get outside to enjoy the springtime weather. And what better way to ring in the season than to start planting some seeds? Whether you’re a novice gardener or a sea ...
Bees are pollinator insects and a critical part of nature’s infrastructure, feeding off of plants and helping to promote new growth. Attracting bees to your yard can be a great way to keep your flowers looking healthy and beautiful. Here are a few tips y ...
The summer solstice is quickly approaching, which means it’s time to get outside as much as possible! Longer days mean more daylight hours for activities out in the sun and appreciating all the beauty nature has to offer. Here are some ways you can enjoy ...
Growing your own garden is a chance for you to have a simultaneously beautiful and functional space that you can curate to your liking. While you may choose to include certain plants just because you like them, following a theme for your garden can give ...
Not only are butterflies pretty to look at, but they also play a vital role in maintaining healthy local ecosystems. Insects that feed on nectar help to pollinate plants and sustain native flora and fauna populations. Creating a butterfly garden is a gre ...
For many of us, working (and for your kids, learning) from home has become the norm. But with the weather changing for the better, it’s time to move your virtual office and classroom to the great outdoors. There are so many benefits to working o ...
Although they’ve been empty over the past year, many botanical gardens blessed us with beautiful spring blooms via virtual tours. But that wasn’t the only way botanical gardens have been helping during the pandemic. In fact, it’s just the tip of ...
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