If you are an avid gardener then you have probably heard of seed tape. If you’re a novice gardener, then you might not have run into this handy, dandy, little helper yet. I’ve been using it for a couple…
Companion Planting : Flowers & Herbs that help repel bugs
Since we aren’t planning to create another whole huge garden this year (just some new, little ones!), I’ve had more time to think about what I want to plant where. Because of this, I’m a bit hyper focused on companion…
How to build a stone garden bed
Do you ever have those projects that you just know are completely worth it but also simultaneously dread starting? That’s what the building of the stone garden bed and landscaping around the front of our barn was for me. This…
The best large stone planters for 2021
Planters are one of the easiest ways to add a little pizzaz to a porch, patio or garden space. Over the years, I’ve been guilty of buying cheap, plastic containers that were on trend or because I needed something quickly….
Creating a beautiful and functional potting bench space
When it comes time to plant each spring, one of the first places I set up is my potting bench. In fact, it’s usually set up before the season even begins because if it’s nice enough, I’ll plant seeds for…
Tips for planting flowers in pots
As we started to get a little warmer here, I’ve started planning out the summer patio décor. Using flowers and planters is the easiest way to add color, personality and life to any outdoor space whether it’s a patio or…
Tips for growing peas
Peas are one of my favorite vegetables to grow in the garden. There’s nothing like having fresh peas straight from your own backyard, and growing peas can be so easy if you remember a few, simple things. Peas…
How to kill weeds naturally (and grass too!) in garden beds
Most gardeners struggle with weeds and grass in their garden beds. But what if I told you that there is a way to kill weeds naturally in garden beds…and grass too? Well there is and I’ve been using this method…
DIY raised garden beds
Kevin built DIY raised garden beds for the first time about five years ago. He and his dad built them as a birthday present to me one summer and they went all out. The raised garden beds were…
Farmhouse Garden Tour 2020
The farmhouse garden has been a labor of love this year. But at a lot of times, it’s also just felt like labor. I’m literally standing back, looking at it now and I’m in awe of how much…
Creating a beautiful potting bench
As soon as we put the greenhouse up this year, I knew it would be a place where my plants could grow and thrive. But I also realized it was going to be full of dirt and a new place…
DIY Planter from old chicken feeder
I love when I can take something that’s been discarded and give it new life. I wouldn’t call me a junk collector by any means. Clutter typically isn’t my thing. But I love it when I can find something that…
