How to Make Your Garden the Envy of the Neighborhood

How to Make Your Garden the Envy of the Neighborhood

Are you dreaming of turning your garden into a mesmerizing oasis that leaves your neighbours in awe? Look no further! In this guide, we'll share some expert tips and tricks to transform your outdoor space into a botanical paradise. From enchanting wisteria vines to creative landscaping ideas, you'll discover how to make your garden the envy of the neighborhood.

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Kid-Friendly Gardens: Safety and Fencing

Kid-Friendly Gardens: Safety and Fencing

There's a certain magic in the way a garden awakens a child's imagination – a world where dandelions transform into wishes, rocks become steppingstones to imaginary lands, and the gentle rustle of leaves tells stories only young ears can hear. A garden is not just soil and plants; it's a canvas where childhood memories are painted with the vibrant hues of exploration, play, and discovery. As parents, guardians, or anyone entrusted with the joy of nurturing young souls, creating a kid-friendly garden becomes a cherished mission.

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Why you should keep a gardening journal this fall

Why you should keep a gardening journal this fall

A few years ago, I started keeping a gardening journal for the first time. As a year-round gardener, I have multiple gardening spaces including 4 raised beds, a small unheated greenhouse and a deck which I use to house 10-12 large pots and numerous small-to-medium-sized containers in the warmer months. My aim was to grow enough food to meet at least half of my family’s needs for fresh produce. I also wanted to be able to share a surplus with neighbors and friends. Little did I know that a garden journal could help me achieve so much more than I expected!

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Spring into Gardening: Tips for Preparing Your Garden for the Season

Spring into Gardening: Tips for Preparing Your Garden for the Season

Winter has come to an end and even if the weather in your area is still cold, there is much you can do to prepare for the spring gardening season, and plenty of time to still have a healthy, abundant harvest in as little as a few weeks, depending on your growing zone.

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Start Your Own Garden: The Perfect Care Instructions

Start Your Own Garden: The Perfect Care Instructions

Guest post by Nairi Bodroumian

Start your own garden? It sounds like it would be a lot of work, right? However, this is a great way to save money on groceries and get closer to the natural rhythms of earth. This article will provide all the information you need to ensure that your garden thrives from start to finish!

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7 Reasons Why You Should Plan a Garden Redesign in Winter

7 Reasons Why You Should Plan a Garden Redesign in Winter

Guest post by Shannon Quantock

Keeping your garden maintained every season is one of the keys to making it last as long as possible. In the winter, the majority of plants are usually pretty dormant if you live in the Northern Hemisphere, which makes it the perfect time for you to plan a new design. Let’s have a look at a few reasons why planning your garden design in the winter is a great idea.

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