Organic gardeners will often go to any length to keep their plants happy and safe, but without the use of harmful chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Here are some old tricks and a few new ones
Which one is your favorite?!
I love pruning….absolutely love it. Of course, this may be for the same reason I love weeding (yeah, I am a little weird). There is somethin...
Are you bored of traditional roses and peonies in your flower arrangements? Look beyond the obvious and plant these showstopping blooms in your cutting garden.
These are ten of the worlds most amazing and unusual leaves and some of them look like they have come from an alien planet...
Renovated in stages over the course of a decade, a home in the city’s Temescal neighborhood proves the power of thoughtful design using humble materials.
With its giant strawberries and nudity, Hieronymus Bosch’s painting has been seen as a celebration and warning about sin – but it’s really about a Renaissance-era curiosity that helped better explain the world
Have slugs? Me too. I, like you, used to use beer in my slug traps. No more. Beer is for drinking, not for catching those little ground boogers.
It sounds perfectly normal at the mention of balcony or outdoor plants but how about bathroom plants that absorb moisture? Weird isn’t it?
Get inspired with these 7 ways to make a simple treehouse incredible! Adventure in the woods, treetop fun, active and imaginative play... now.
Triptych The Garden of Earthly Delights remains a mystery today. Many respected experts in late gothic iconography have tried to interpret it.
Raised garden beds organize your planting areas, making them easier to manage and more convenient to maintain. Sidestepping potential issues with soil quality, reducing pest problems and virtually eliminating the need to weed, raised beds are an ideal way to grow herbs, vegetables or ornamental plants. Here are 13 great DIY garden bed ideas and […]
Looking for fast backyard privacy? Check out any of these backyard privacy fence ideas and these great backyard privacy ideas!
Just because introverts are energized by alone time doesn't mean they're socially-inept hermits who hate everyone. In fact, introverts often enjoy meaningful conversations with close friends and strangers alike — they just hate small talk.…
The Best DIY Yard Art Ideas - so many awesome ideas for your yard and garden that you can create yourself!
Learn how to choose neutral paint colors for your home with the right undertones. Plus 12 perfect neutral wall colors to get you started.
Here are some of the most weird and unusual flowers. Great for adding to your yard if your climate allows it or just fun to look at. Nature is full of fascinating and diverse species,
Protecting evergreen shrubs and trees from the winter doesn't have to be hard. Follow these simple steps to prevent winter burn.
Follow these plans for a no-fail raised-bed vegetable garden to provide fresh produce from spring to fall.
Look no further you have finally found your "forever" method for growing tomatoes. The String Method. Used by commercial growers for years, it's finally caught on with hoe growers. Here's how to do it ...
The kitchen from Dynasty… hello? THAT HOUSE!
Look no further you have finally found your "forever" method for growing tomatoes. The String Method. Used by commercial growers for years, it's finally caught on with hoe growers. Here's how to do it ...
We’ve gathered more than 38 trellis design ideas that you can build yourself using a few simple materials. Find the perfect fit for you!
Their majestic boughs offer shade on a hot day and their leaves turn brilliant colors in the autumn months, and they become so much a part of our home that we wish our favorite trees could live forever. When a beloved tree dies, or must be cut down, it doesn’t necessarily signal the end of the tree’s usefulness. Turning tree stumps into landscape ornaments is a wildly popular concept. Follow along as we take you on a delightful tour through woodland abodes where fairies dwell and lofty birdhouses that are sure to please even the most finicky of birds. You’ll find stumps designed for rest and recreation, and along the way, perhaps you’ll be inspired to tackle your own tree stump transformation project.
Explains common and un-common problems with glue written especially for those who enjoy making garden art with glass or ceramics.
Look no further you have finally found your "forever" method for growing tomatoes. The String Method. Used by commercial growers for years, it's finally caught on with hoe growers. Here's how to do it ...
How to Make a Garden Sculpture: In this instructable I'll show you how to make a wonderful sculpture for your garden. It's made of plaster and decorated with mosaic. You'll need about 3 days for the basic structure (2 hours per day, the remainder is drying time) and 1 to infinite …
New painting that I did early this week, while at the studio
