Jaimie is 8 months pregnant with our second child...which makes gardening...difficult. So, doing a DIY Raised Planter Box seemed like a great way to help her not need to lean over in the garden but still be able to get some
First, you will need to decide on your location. A garden needs at least 8 hours of sun. Make sure that there are no trees casting shade over your chosen spot to prevent sufficient sunlight, and check it multiple times throughout the day before you make that final decision on where to ...
Whether planting into garden soil or in a container, create a hole which matches the depth and width of the plant roots. If you are growing the Sedum in a container, make sure to provide good drainage at the base so that excess water can drain away. Using horticultural grit andMiracle-Gr...
Water the compost, allow to drain away, and use the dibber or pencil to make a deep hole in the middle of each pot of compost. Gently tease the seedlings apart, and place one in each pot of compost, in the middle of the hole. The bottom leaves of the seedling should be just above...
There are many reasons to garden in raised beds. They drain well and help prevent erosion. They warm up early in the spring and give you a longer growing season since the soil raised above the ground warms up more quickly. Raised beds give you control over the soil you put in them, ...
to make one. This fairy garden DIY how-to tutorial will teach you everything you need to know to start. First published in April 2015, these fairy garden ideas are regularly updated and republished to improve the content. Learn more about fairy gardens, their benefits and uses, what to ...
A container garden (potted plants arranged in a cohesive design) might be a good layout choice if your pool is surrounded by hardscapes that make planting in the ground difficult or impossible. Succulent Garden and Other Plant Options Photo Credit:Pexels ...
If it’s your first cannabis grow, and you’ve never gardened or grown a plant, it’s okay. Maybe you have a “black thumb” and every plant you’ve ever grown has died. That’s exactly how I was before I started growing. I managed to kill every plant that ever made it into my...
How can I make a raised garden bed for a small space? If you have limited space or prefer a smaller garden area, creating a smaller garden is a great idea! The best way to do this is by choosing shorter wood planks and building a smaller bed rather than a large one. ...
Plant some peonies today – they will bring happiness to your garden and your home and will make you richer and thinner (well, maybe not the last two). P.S. these light pink flowers are called Sarah Bernhardt peonies or choose from this Gorgeous Selection of Peonies in tons of colors. ...