10 Affordable Outdoor Makeover Ideas With Big Impact (Plus Some Secret Touches)
My backyard used to be so plain, I barely stepped outside—but a few budget-friendly tweaks changed everything. I started with small upgrades, and suddenly the …
Alma Weatherford
12 Fast-Spreading Invasive Privacy Plants To Avoid And The 5 Perfect Alternatives For Your Yard
I’ve fallen for the lure of fast-growing privacy plants before, only to watch them spread like wildfire and take over my yard. Some of these …
15 Vine Plants You’ll Regret Growing As Seedlings (And What To Choose Instead)
Starting vine plants from seedlings can be tempting, but some of them might just end up being more trouble than they’re worth. I’ve made the …
10 Shrubs That Only Bloom For A Short Time (And Others That Lose Their Color Quickly)
It’s a little heartbreaking when a shrub you’ve been waiting on blooms for just a few days and then fades away. I’ve been there, watching …
15 Common Houseplants That Help Clean Your Air (And 5 That Actually Pollute It)
Not all houseplants are as innocent as they look—some freshen up your air, while others secretly mess with it. I used to think anything green …
16 Spring Veggies That Will Give You An Early Harvest (And Even More Surprising Options)
Spring is the perfect time to start growing veggies, and these 16 picks will give you an early harvest—plus a few unexpected options you might …
15 Secrets For Growing The Biggest Squash Garden This Year (You Won’t Believe How Easy It Is)
Ready to grow a squash garden that’ll leave everyone in awe? These 15 secrets will have you harvesting the biggest squash you’ve ever seen—no complicated …
17 Reasons Tulips Steal the Show Every Spring (And How to Make Yours Shine)
There’s a reason tulips get all the attention when spring rolls around—they’ve got style, color, and serious charm. I’ve fallen for them year after year, …
17 Ordinary Low Plants For Sunny Gardens That Horticulturists Say You Should Skip
Not every plant is worth the soil it’s sitting in—especially when the sun’s blazing and your garden space is precious. Horticulturists weighed in on 17 …
15 Fruits That Are Tough To Grow In Your Backyard (No Matter The Size Of Your Space)
I used to think growing fruit at home was all sunshine and sweetness—until I actually tried it. Some fruits just don’t want to cooperate, no …