Gardening trends are always fun to watch and see what becomes popular next. Head planters keep coming back every spring for the past few years, so I decided to put together a fun post about these interesting flower pots. Most head planters I’ve seen in stores like Ross or the like are made of stone,…
One of the most rewarding and easiest plants we grow in our backyard garden continues to be loose leaf lettuce. Growing leaf lettuce in pots works well because you can basically plant it anywhere you have space for a flower pot or planter! We put our lettuce planters right on our deck. For the most…
Cosmos are one of the easiest flowers to grow! We learned how to plant cosmos seeds several years ago and haven’t stopped since. Dazzled by the beautiful and prolific blooms, we grow cosmos from seed and enjoy cut flowers all summer long! Cosmos make a great choice for your garden. Learn the easiest tips for…
Making your own Earth Day cookies from scratch is super fun with the kids and it’s a delicious way to celebrate. Make these Earth Day sugar cookies using my recipe or your own with my special planet Earth tips. For a successful Earth Day cookies recipe, leave yourself time to chill the dough. After chilling,…
Do you have a favorite soil mix? I do! I first tried Pro Mix potting soil for seed starting in my 2021 garden. After planting SO many seeds indoors over the years using Miracle Gro soil, I noticed tons of gnats. So, I decided I needed a change and tried ProMix soil. I’ve never looked…
If you’ve got your first one, like me, you may be wondering how long air plants live. Air plants, also known as Tillandsia, have different lifespans depending on the species, growing conditions, and care they receive. The Tillandsia air plant is a relatively easy plant for starters and seasoned gardeners alike. Learn the best care…
Shopping at Big Lots for gardening stuff is a fun treasure hunt for us. My favorites over the years definitely include the Big Lots planters with cheeky sayings on them. I believe these come out around Valentine’s Day. The one I purchased says “Nobody pots baby in a corner.” Big Lots also sells hoses, outdoor…
Wouldn’t it be great to multiply your plants whenever you want? Propagating blueberries from cuttings feels like a huge milestone in the world of gardening. I’ve tried it a few different times and wanted to share my progress and notes on learning how to propagate blueberries from cuttings. Trying to propagate blueberry bushes is a…
Roses carry an air of elegance and romance. You might catch a whiff of an incredible fragrance or just a touch of luxury. Plus, there’s so many ideas for what to do with rose petals! If you grow your own roses, you may find you have an abundance of fresh petals that you can also…
I have a confession and since you’re on a gardening site, I figure you’ll lend a sympathetic ear. I am largely incapable of parking in the same lot as a garden center and not going inside! Recently I just had to check out the Tractor Supply plants, seeds, and trees for sale! Of course, this…