17 Things You Can Do With Overgrown Cucumbers (From Recipes To Garden Hacks)
So your cucumber patch got a little out of hand, huh? I’ve been there—thinking I’ll harvest “tomorrow,” only to find a jungle of oversized, yellow …
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17 Invasive Plants In Maine You Should Rethink Planting (And What To Grow Instead)
Maine’s wild beauty is one of the things that makes living or gardening here so special—but that charm is at risk thanks to some pushy, …
13 Rose Varieties That Pollinators Absolutely Love (And 4 That Bees Ignore)
Roses aren’t just there to look pretty—they can actually play a big role in supporting pollinators. I used to think all roses were equal, but …
18 Things That Instantly Make Your Front Walkway Look Bad (And Easy Fixes Designers Recommend)
Your front walkway says a lot before anyone even steps inside. I used to think mine was “fine”—until I realized the cracked pavers and weedy …
16 Tips To Create A Controlled Dandelion Patch For Pollinators (Without Letting It Take Over)
I used to pull every single dandelion from my lawn the moment it popped up—determined to keep things neat. But then I learned how much …
17 Tomato Pruning Tips For Maximum Yield And Plant Health
Pruning tomatoes used to intimidate me—what if I cut off the wrong thing and ruined the plant? But once I gave it a try, I …
17 Mulch Types You Should Never Use In A Flower Bed (And What To Replace Them With)
Mulch seems like a simple garden add-on, but I’ve learned the hard way that not all mulch is created equal. Some types may look nice …
15 Patio Design Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Outdoor Space (And What To Do Instead)
Designing your dream patio should feel exciting—not like a stressful project that leaves you second-guessing every choice. I’ve seen firsthand how one small misstep can …
16 Underrated Reasons Grow Bags Make Gardening So Much Easier (Especially For Small Spaces)
Gardening in small spaces used to leave me feeling stuck—too many plants, not enough room. Then I discovered grow bags, and honestly, they’ve been a …
15 Plants Japanese Beetles Always Target First (And 5 They Tend To Avoid)
Japanese beetles show up like uninvited guests every summer and waste no time tearing through gardens. I remember the first time I saw their shiny …