DIY Simple Greenhouse Lots of us have thought about adding a greenhouse to our property. But are unsure as to which one? Some of the DIY plans I have seen have left me feeling a bit of challenged to know even where to begin! This particular one appears to be an easy build even for the …
Transform Logs and Stumps to Planters I love the quaint rustic look of these planters. I also rather see them as double duty! I would grow veggies or another edible landscape plant and then after harvest when they would no longer looks so charming, chop the log and use it as heat for the colder …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Canning Recipes I came across this really neat resource and wanted to share it with all the other canners out there. As we begin harvesting our gardens for this year there are a number of fruits and veggies that are currently in season. Usually we store any abundance by …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Think Green For Security What Your Landscape Tells Criminals About You Many people want their home to be charming and inviting both inside and out. Typically, the landscaping outside of a home sets the stage of how it looks on the inside. Criminals know this home design trick all to well. We have …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. 30 Unusual Herb Garden Ideas Herb gardens have become a staple in many people’s kitchens. Both due to the cost of herbs at the local markets and because nothing is better than fresh home grown taste! For garden enthusiasts it is also a way to enjoy gardening year round …
Some posts may contain affiliate links DIY Raised Garden Beds I think raised garden beds are totally awesome. If you have a bad back, actually almost any physical disability or bad soil, they are a dream come true. Some of the plans for these gardens make use of recycled materials which would cut costs. Putting them together …
Tips For Using Irish Spring to Deter Garden Pests You can keep your plants and veggies safe from the friendly herbivores without expensive chemicals or dangerous traps by using something you may already have on hand: Irish Spring Soap! I do enjoy sitting on my deck early on a Sunday morning with my cup of …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Harvesting, Preparing, & Using Yellow Dock Root The primary uses for yellow dock root are considered to be medicinal. Please never replace your doctor’s advice or prescriptions with a herbal remedy. Always talk to your doctor prior to using any herbal or home remedy. It may be that something …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Why Harvest Purslane I am so angry at myself for not learning this sooner! I have spent hours pulling these “weeds” out of my gardens. Now I find that they are so much more than weeds and have more nutrition then many of the traditional vegetables I worked so hard to …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Plan an Edible Landscape I actually not only think this is an excellent idea but that we are going to see a lot of this very soon. It’s really only smart. Especially with new construction part of the planning will include making the landscape edible. Survival Mom plans to …
