If you’ve got an old patio umbrella—or spot one headed for the trash—don’t toss it. Here’s how I turned a curbside umbrella into one of the most budget-friendly garden trellises for vertical gardening. It works beautifully for climbing vegetables, pole beans, cucumbers, flowering vines, and…
When water is limited and the soil is dry, it might seem like your garden options are slim—but that’s exactly where drought-tolerant grasses shine. These resilient plants don’t just get by with minimal water; they thrive in it, turning harsh conditions into beautiful, textured landscapes…
When the sun finally slips away and the sky turns soft and blue-gray, something gentle settles over the garden. The air cools. The wind slows down. Everything feels just a little more still. And in that quiet space between day and night, a moon garden…
A backyard should feel like a sanctuary, but nosy neighbors and open sightlines can ruin that sense of peace. Adding a trellis is a classic, practical way to create privacy, while bringing natural beauty and personality into your outdoor space. Trellises support climbing plants, block…
Peonies are the queens of spring — lush, dramatic, and completely irresistible. Whether you’ve got the tall, woody types or the soft, herbaceous kind, these ladies know how to make an entrance. Wrapped in layers of cream, blush, red, or buttery yellow, they float through…
Foraging for mushrooms is like embarking on a tasty treasure hunt! Nothing quite matches the thrill of uncovering edible mushrooms in the wild. Yet, this exciting adventure comes with its risks. It’s essential to be vigilant and arm yourself with the right knowledge to avoid…
Purple dead nettle (Lamium purpureum) is one of the first plants to show up in early spring. You might see it growing in your yard, along sidewalks, or around your garden. It has soft, fuzzy leaves and small purple-pink flowers, so once you know what…
Wild fermented pine soda is a quick, naturally carbonated drink that tastes like the forest in a bottle — bright, citrusy, and a with hints of mint and resinous pine. Some folks lovingly call it “pine needle Sprite” for its zippy, lemon-lime flavor, but unlike…
Calendula (Calendula officinalis) has quickly become one of my absolute garden favorites—bright, cheerful, and surprisingly handy. You might call it “pot marigold,” but trust me, it’s way more than just a cute bloom. With its joyful yellows, blazing oranges, and delicate pink petals, it adds…
If you’re looking at your lavender this spring, wondering whether to prune it now, later, or maybe not at all—you’re not the only one. It’s one of those things that seems simple until you’re actually standing there with clippers in hand, second-guessing everything. But honestly,…