Flowers are beautiful. It's a reward to look out your window and see them. But how to start? What are the most important steps? With these 8 easy steps for beginner flower gardening, you'll have flowers in no time! 1. Know your zone I would say this is the most … [Read more...] about 8 Essential Tips to Start Flower Gardening – Easy Beginner’s Guide
Backyard Gardening
12 Best Winter Interest Plants for the Midwest (and Northeast)
If you live in the Midwest or any Northeastern area, you may appreciate having blasts of color from winter interest plants. These 12 ideas will spruce up any yard or landscape. One of the most beautiful and peaceful views is the countryside filled with a fresh layer of pure … [Read more...] about 12 Best Winter Interest Plants for the Midwest (and Northeast)
15 Uncommon Perennials You Need in Your Garden Right Now
I love all the variety of flowers we get to choose from! But what about those gorgeous, uncommon perennials that aren't as popular in the gardening world? Here are 15 you need right now and how to grow them. 1. Globe Thistle Globe Thistle caught my attention a couple … [Read more...] about 15 Uncommon Perennials You Need in Your Garden Right Now
Beginner’s Guide to Starting Seed Indoors – 9 Easy Steps
Not only does starting seed indoors help you get a jumpstart in your garden, but it can also be substantial money savings. And you can grow varieties not easily found at your local greenhouse. But how to start? In this complete guide, I'll share 9 easy tips from when I first … [Read more...] about Beginner’s Guide to Starting Seed Indoors – 9 Easy Steps
10 Very Best Garden Catalogs Every Gardener Needs (& Why!)
It's so exciting to find new seeds or plants to add to the garden. That's why I am like a kid in a candy store when it comes to garden catalogs, and I love looking through them! I do have my favorites, though, and I share my top 10 very best garden catalogs with you here. 1. … [Read more...] about 10 Very Best Garden Catalogs Every Gardener Needs (& Why!)