Tag: Gardening

Posted on 09/26/2022

If your yard or garden space doesn’t get much sun during the day, it’s valuable to know the best plants for shade. There are plenty of plant options with colorful flowers and foliage that make perfect additions to a shady garden. Here is a quick guide to some of the best plants for shade gardens: Hosta Hosta is...

Colorful Plants

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Posted on 06/03/2022

June Personal Post - Six Months of Home Ownership

Here we are again. The start of another month, and this one marks Kate and I being home owners for half a year, six whole months. With work, travel, and maintenance of the home, May ended up being significantly quicker than I thought it would be. Time flies when you're having fun, and to say May wasn't a...

June

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Posted on 04/11/2022

3 Ways to Protect Your Property from Landslides

Landslides are caused by soil erosion and heavy rainfall. If your property has any slopes, it's important to check for signs of erosion so you can avoid the risk of causing a landslide. Here are three ways you can prevent erosion damage and landslides in your own yard: Plant Densely An abundance of deep-rooted vegetation is the best...

Erosion

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Posted on 04/01/2022

April 1st - April Fools!

It's April Fools day! Watch out for the faux news and reports of life changes from your loved ones. Rain, rain, and a bit more rain. Hopefully our dirt roads don't get any worse than they already have been. March was extremely busy and the soupiness of the roads around Newbury & Bradford was something of a challenge....

April

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Posted on 03/01/2022

March 1st - A bit early for Seed Starting

As we enter the month of March, our weather predictions are more of the same from February. The weather will facilitate some of our snow and ice melting, followed by a deep freeze, and so on and so forth. I decided that the winter doldrums had been enough, so I got my seeds started in my basement! All...

March

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Posted on 02/28/2022

Work Smarter, Not Harder: Low-Maintenance Front Yard Tips

Not everyone has extra time to spend taking care of their front yard. While outdoor spaces are important, it’s easy to let yard upkeep fall by the wayside. Luckily there are lots of things you can do to make your yard attractive and inviting without spending hours working on it every week. Here are some of the best...

Front Yard

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Posted on 01/31/2022

The Benefits of Growing Catnip

When you hear the word catnip, you probably think of the herb used in cat toys. Also called catmint, the catnip plant has many uses and helpful properties beyond exciting felines. Here are some reasons you might consider growing catnip in your garden: An Attractive Companion Plant One great way that growing catnip can benefit you and your...

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Posted on 01/03/2022

Plant Care Hacks for Happier Houseplants

Even the most seasoned gardeners and houseplant lovers learn new things. While we might thoroughly understand the basics of plant care, every plant is different. It can get overwhelming trying to keep track of each plant’s specific needs, but luckily there are some tricks for making your life easier in caring for them. Here are some of the...

Garden Hacks

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Posted on 12/13/2021

How to Make Your Own Hoop-Style Greenhouse

Protecting your plants from extreme weather is crucial to a happy and productive garden. When growing vegetables this is especially important as many crops will die in a frost or even under excessive rain. Luckily there are some inexpensive DIY ways you can protect your garden. One of the most popular designs for a DIY greenhouse is a...

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Posted on 11/22/2021

The Benefits of Garden Edging

Garden edging is an important element of landscaping design that serves many purposes. There are a variety of different materials and techniques for edging, ranging from professional installation to DIY weekend projects. If you’re wondering whether to add garden edging to your outdoor spaces, here are some key benefits to consider: Defining and Separating Spaces The obvious visual...

Exterior Design

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