Category: Gardening

July 11, 2011

All Posts/Backyard Projects and Crafts/Crafts & Projects

How To Make Rhubarb Leaf Stepping Stones

How to Make Rhubarb Leaf Garden Stepping Stones You have seen them at all the craft fairs and garden centers, huge leaf-shaped birdbaths and stepping stones.  Learn how to make rhubarb leaf garden stepping stones...

March 10, 2011

All Posts/Flowers/Foraging / Recipes / Art

A Soothing Cup of Chamomile Tea Using Flowers: A Journey from Garden or Field to Teacup

Picture this: it’s a golden afternoon, the air humming with the soft buzz of bees and the scent of wildflowers. You’re strolling through your backyard garden or a quiet meadow, a basket in hand, gathering...

January 21, 2011

All Posts/Gardening/Soil

Increase or Decrease Your Soil pH

Increase or Decrease Your Soil pH pH represents how acidic or alkaline it is. Soil pH is determined on a scale from zero to 14, with seven being a neutral pH that is neither acidic...

January 19, 2011

All Posts/Fruits Herbs and Veggies

Choosing a Garden that is Perfect for You

Choosing a Garden That Is Perfect For You If you’re thinking about starting a garden, the first thing you need to do is choose a garden that is perfect for you. There are many different...

January 14, 2011

All Posts/Fruits Herbs and Veggies

Tomato Watering Tips

Tomato Watering Tips Keeping tomatoes healthy and happy is all about controlling their water intake.  Tomatoes get their water from their roots.  Easy tomato watering tips for healthy plants.

January 2, 2011

All Posts/Backyard Projects and Crafts

Attract Mason Bees by Building Homes

Attract Mason Bees by Building Homes Attract Mason bees by building homes. A Mason bee pollinates early spring orchards, flowers and berry canes for about a 4 week period. They collect nectar and pollen to...

November 1, 2010

All Posts/Flowers and Plants

Using Antiques as Unique Planters

Using Antiques as Unique Planters Using antiques as unique planters – Give items a second life by using antiques as unique planters and containers. Some picture ideas to get your thoughts cycling. Mostly antiques but...

October 15, 2010

All Posts/Backyard Projects and Crafts

Bowling Ball Gazing Project

Bowling Ball Gazing Project Having you seen them yet? Gazing balls are making a comeback. I have my great grandmother’s gazing ball and stand and recently made my own mirror and glass tiled one too....

September 29, 2010

All Posts/Flowers

Fall Bulb Planting Basics

Fall Bulb Planting Basics for Spring Flowers Planting your spring flowering bulbs in fall can be a risky business.  You are not guaranteed to a have a beautiful blossoming flower garden come spring. Follow my Fall...

December 3, 2008

All Posts/Houseplants

Poinsettia Care

Poinsettia Care The do’s and don’ts of poinsettia care. Keep your plant healthy and blooming throughout the Christmas season.