Winterberry – Our Native Holly

If you are looking for an ornamental plant to add dazzle to the winter landscape, consider the winterberry, also known as winterberry holly or North American holly. Although in the same plant family as English  holly (Ilex aquifolium)–our traditional Christmas holly with its glossy evergreen foliage and bright red berries–winterberry (Ilex verticillata) is a deciduous plant. It loses its dull […]

5 Reasons Why You Should Install a Patio in Your Backyard

Have you been thinking about installing a patio in your backyard, but haven’t been able to make your mind up once and for all? If you find yourself nodding in agreement, we’re here to help make this decision a little easier for you. Today we’ll be sharing five reasons why so many people choose to add a patio to their […]

Flowers for Winter Wedding

While it’s true that most weddings take place in spring and summer, many couples choose a winter date for the “big event.” According to the Society of American Florists, 13 percent of weddings take place in the winter, with 11 percent of those being Christmas weddings. Summer weddings account for 35 percent, spring weddings 29 percent, and autumn weddings 23 […]

How To Build A Living Roof Garden

So many homeowners are looking for innovative ways to create a more environmentally friendly house. Along with using energy-efficient appliances and plumbing, some people are utilizing their roof space to bring to life gardens that can help create a beautiful space and save money. A desirable addition to any home, including apartments with a lack of natural outdoor space, a […]

Can plants grow in artificial light?

If you ever spare a thought of growing plants in artificial lights, then you must have encountered so many of questions blocking down your way. Since we have been taught that plants mandatorily require sunlight to grow, so the concerns coming out are quite obvious. However, modern gardening is certainly more advanced and robust to the traditional one. Earlier, when […]

Becoming More Organized in the Garden

Regardless of whether we’re looking to catch some respite or want to spend some time gardening, there’s no denying that a well-organized garden can only add to its enjoyment, but some may find it difficult to ensure the garden remains organized. Those organizing their garden for the first time may find that creating a checklist is useful in the first […]

7 Benefits Of Wood Chip Mulch in the Garden

Wood chip mulch is an excellent addition to your garden and the soil in your garden. If you don’t believe us then take a look at the pros below. 1.         It Helps Preserve Moisture in The Soil The soil loses lots of moisture through evaporation when the day is hot and dry. Applying wood chip mulch over the garden and […]

5 Exotic Plants to Attract Fascinating Birds

Watching birds can be a very pleasant and relaxing experience. They are interesting creatures to watch in the wild. Rather than needing to go to a wild field, forest, woodland or nature reserve, though, you can have the benefit of a visual delight from the comfort of your own home, watching birds who call your garden home throughout the year. […]

Garden Pods Allow Home for More Space Without Hindering the Garden

Home improvement can come in many different forms, and nowadays it’s not unusual to see home improvement efforts extend into the garden. Although the humble garden has always been a hive of activity, the way it in which space is taken advantage of in the modern age is much different to that of years gone by. As well as acting […]

Ways to Recycle Your Old Furniture into a Fairytale Garden

Everything gets old through time. It includes every living and non-living thing in our world. What do you do with the old stuff? For organics, like fetid buds, weeds, fruits, and vegetables, you turn them into compost. For spoiled food, we throw them on dumpsters, which puts them away on the ground to eventually become fertilizer. How about old things? […]