Simple Bird Feeder Plans You Can Build
Build a cute bird restaurant using these simple bird feeder plans. You can make this from 1 cedar board and sheet of clear plastic. The lid lifts off for easy refilling.
Ultimate Inexpensive Large Planter Ideas
Inexpensive large planter ideas are easy to find and easier to make. Cardboard is a great re-useable resource, to make papercrete, and to use as a form for simple planters. The cost is mainly in buying a bag of concrete. There are lightweight options if you do not want heavy concrete containers. We give you…
How To Make A Vertical Succulent Garden in 7 Easy Steps
Vertical succulent garden art makes a beautiful addition to a patio garden. They are easy to make and simple to grow. You only need a few tools, lumber, and maybe an old picture frame. We show you how to do it in this DIY vertical succulent garden blog post. Materials & Tools Needed For A…
Growing Badass Bokchoy in Beautiful Containers
Growing bokchoy or, pok choi as it is know in Asia, is easy if you know the Ph level, correct water amount, how to control diseases and pests, plus the correct time to harvest. We dig through the data to give you the best information in this post about growing badass bokchoy. Best soil for…
15 Container Gardening Mistakes An Idiot Can Avoid
Gardening can be complex but that’s why you’re here. We break down 15 common container gardening mistakes and how to avoid them. From watering too much, not fertilizing enough, to picking the wrong container, we look at the science behind container gardening mistakes. Then, we tell you how to fix them. Who Should Try Container…
How To Grow Ravishing Rhubarb
I remember my grandmother growing rhubarb in her garden. And, her rhubarb pies were scrumptious! She said, “Rhubarb grows like a weed.” Meaning it’s easy to grow. We cover all aspects of growing ravishing rhubarb in this post from the best soil, how to plant, when to plant, harvesting, companion plants, and of course special…
How To Grow Killer Kale In Containers
Best Soil For Kale in Containers Growing kale in containers is easy if you use soil with a Ph 6.0-7.5 in a roomy pot. The soil must be well-drained since kale does not like soggy roots. Containers are great because kale likes sunny locations but does not like to get too hot. In the hottest…
How To Grow Sassy Sorrel In A Pot
Sorrel grown in a pot, is a tart tasting perennial plant that grows well in zones 4-9 in the USA. The plant is rich in Vitamin C, iron, and manganese. It’s easy to grow in a container and is beautiful to look at too. Sorrel has a slight lemony flavor with the best taste coming…
How To Grow Amazing Asparagus
To grow amazing asparagus takes 2-3 years. This hardy perennial takes a while to establish so why not get started today? You can grow asparagus in a container if you provide the right conditions such as warm well-cultivated soil, a container at least 18″ deep, and at least 8 hours of sunshine. Most gardeners start…
How To Grow Delicious Lettuce
To grow lettuce requires little space. Lettuce is a very versatile plant with many varieties. Many people ask how to grow lettuce but it’s easy once you know the soil and water requirements. You can grow lettuce indoors and you can grow lettuce in hot temperatures. This post helps you to grow the best lettuce….