Some plants simply cannot support themselves. They love to prolifically grow but need a structure to support them. While many of these plants are vines, they aren’t always. So, whether you’re looking to grow ivy or tomatoes, you need a…
Ever since the first greenhouse was built in ancient Italy, the “gardini botanici” has been a favorite way to extend the growing season. Explorers used these structures to house exotic plants brought back from tropical journeys, and they remain a…
A Zen garden is meant to be a serene place where visitors experience a state of harmony and tranquility. Originally created as an area for Buddhist monk meditation, today’s Japanese Zen garden designs still provide a place for people to…
Adding a walkway to your property increases its curb appeal, functionality, safety, and usability. For example, you could build a sidewalk in front of your home, making it easier for people to walk up to your front door. Add another…
Create your own secret garden by building a wall around your plant beds. The right wall keeps unwanted guests and pests out of your garden while also adding privacy. This lets you enjoy your property and encourage your plants to…
A shed can be an extension to your home. It can be used for much-needed storage, but it’s such a versatile space that the whole family can benefit from it! A shed can be a man cave or a workshop.…
Is gardening space limited at your home? If so, container gardening is a great way to exercise your green thumb while working with the space you have. Every home or apartment benefits from living plants. From simple DIY planter box…
“My garden is my most beautiful masterpiece.” -Claude Monet Everyone with a front yard has the opportunity to create a masterpiece to be enjoyed for years to come. Simple or complex, the inherent beauty of plants makes it easy to…
“Life begins the day you start a garden.” – Chinese Proverb Creating a garden not only increases your home’s curb appeal, it’s a great way to spend more time in the great outdoors. Garden therapy is also good for the…
“A single rose can be my garden… a single friend, my world.” – Leo Buscaglia Building a garden in your backyard can be a rewarding experience. There’s nothing more satisfying than heading out into your backyard, picking your vegetables, and…