How to Make Garden Seed Bombs
This spring I had the privilege of teaching a fun class at a local library. We dug into why pollinators matter and how to plant a garden that welcomes them in. And of course… we ended with a hands‑on project!
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How to Make a Mint Julep with Fresh Garden Mint
Discover how to grow, harvest, and mix the perfect garden‑fresh Mint Julep. From choosing the right mint to crafting a classic Derby‑day cocktail, this guide brings fresh flavor, simple steps, and a touch of Southern charm straight from your backyard.
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Dirt Cheap Gardening: The Easy Way to Compost Part 2
Starting a compost pile is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to cut down on household waste while creating something incredibly valuable for your garden. Instead of throwing out food scraps and yard clippings, composting turns them into nutrient‑rich soil that boosts plant health and strengthens your garden from the ground up. In Part 1 of the Easy Way to Compost series, we covered what compost is and what belongs in a healthy pile. Today, we’re taking the next step—how to build and maintain a compost pile that works efficiently, breaks down naturally, and supports your garden all season long.
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Dirt Cheap Gardening: The Easy Way to Compost Part 1
Compost is often called black gold because it’s so good for your garden. It’s full of nutrients, it’s renewable, and it keeps a lot of kitchen and yard waste out of the landfill. While I love using compost in my garden, I don’t always love paying for it. The good news is that making your own compost is a simple skill almost anyone can learn. Today, we’re going to look at an easy way to compost and the basic steps to start your own compost pile. It doesn’t have to be hard or confusing, and a little effort this spring can give you rich compost for years. Let’s dig in.
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How to Understand Basic Garden Design Principles: Part 3
Today, we’re wrapping up with three final essentials: how warm and cool colors influence mood, how contrast adds energy and focus, and how repetition creates continuity throughout your landscape.
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How to Understand Basic Garden Design Principles: Part 2
In Part 1 of our series on Basic Garden Design Principles, we explored why beauty matters and how understanding scale shapes every outdoor space. Today, we’re diving deeper into three foundational elements—shape, form, and texture. These simple design tools influence the entire personality of a garden, from a formal, structured layout to a playful, whimsical retreat. Even individual shapes can stir emotion: think of the graceful sweep of a Weeping Willow, often planted near water, quietly evoking feelings of sorrow or reflection. Understanding how these visual cues work helps you design a garden that not only looks beautiful but also feels meaningful.
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How to Understand Basic Garden Design Principles: Part 1
Garden design doesn’t have to feel intimidating or reserved for experts with fancy accents or years of formal training. While it’s easy to imagine designers as naturally gifted creatives, the truth is far more encouraging: basic garden design principles are completely learnable. With a little guidance and a willingness to experiment, anyone can begin creating outdoor spaces that feel intentional, beautiful, and uniquely their own.
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Planning for the New Year: Lessons from the Garden and God’s Word: Part 2
Continue exploring more lessons from the garden and God’s word that guide meaningful growth in the new year. Discover how small, intentional steps—especially in seasons of stagnation—can cultivate lasting fruit and align your priorities with purpose.
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Planning for the New Year: Lessons from the Garden and God’s Word Part 1
Discover why January is a vital month for gardeners—a season of reflection, planning, and spiritual preparation. Explore how winter’s quiet rhythms, intentional garden planning, and God’s design work together to cultivate growth in the year ahead.
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10 Last Minute Christmas Gifts for A Gardener
Discover ten thoughtful, last‑minute Christmas gifts for the gardener in your life. From practical tools to inspiring books, these budget‑friendly ideas can be found at local shops, farm stores, and major retailers—perfect when time is running short.
