Rooftop Garden Designs and Ideas

Getting Started on a Rooftop Garden1Guest Blogger: Heather Roberts

Consider the good looks your home will have with a nice rooftop garden and you will have a lot to gain from it. If your roof happens to be large enough to be able to accommodate a roof garden, as well as, the building construction allow it, then you have the amazing opportunity to create a truly stunning space on top. Use the guidelines ahead to make your project work out better in Read More


5 Plants that Keep Mosquitoes Away

Rosemary - Keep the Mosquitoes AwaySpring, summer and water are feeding grounds for mosquitoes. Mosquitoes can attack a human creating the most uncomfortable welts on our skin. This little bug can getting us itching with discomfort and frustration. You can use sprays and insect repellent to keep the little buggers away. You can even use citronella candles, but did you know that there are some plants that may actually help keep Read More


50 Plants and Their Sunlight Needs for Your Garden

Gardening season will be upon us soon and knowing what plants can survive in your specific climate is important. By knowing your weather patterns, you will understand how to invest in the right bulbs, seeds and flowers when designing your garden. There are so many flowering plants that make a yard look so beautiful. Each flower blooms in different seasons. If you are looking for flowers that bloom in spring and summer, then it is best to know specific sunlight requirements. It is also important to know how these flowers cope with different levels of sunlight. Also understanding how the sun rises and sets in your yard, will help you find the best flowers for your garden.

Keep reading for specific flowers and hardiness. Read More


6 Fall Gardening Tips You Need to Read

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Guest Blogger: Francesca Holmes

If you thought spring was the only time to plant and indulge in some gardening, you’ve come to the right place! There’s no need to worry about your garden turning dull and lifeless as fall approaches as there’s a lot you can grow depending on where you stay.

Even if you don’t want to grow plants in the cold months, preparing your garden for next spring will be helpful in more ways than one.

Here are some great fall gardening tips you’ll find helpful. Read More


The Beginner’s Guide to Bulb Gardening

Have you ever thought about starting your own garden? If not, now is the perfect time to give it some serious consideration! In addition to being one of the most effective ways to reduce stress and improve your mood. Gardening can be a fantastic creative outlet for homeowners to engage. Planting a flower garden is also a great way to add color and vibrance to your home. This color can be added in a way that is sustainable, natural, and leaves you with a sense of pride and accomplishment. You’ll also have a steady supply of flowers to bring with you when you visit friends and family!  Read More