Viola Etheridge

Not all shrubs play nice—some are a breeze, while others act like divas demanding your weekends. I learned the hard way, tangled up in a …

Had it with turning your garden into a rabbit salad bar? You’re not alone—I used to wonder who was nibbling my blooms, too. Turns out, …

Transplanting tomatoes is a major gardening milestone—but it’s also where even seasoned green thumbs can hit a bump in the road. After getting my hands …

Your front door sets the tone for your entire home—but some common design choices are doing more harm than good. According to professional designers, these …

Ever glance up and see a black bag hanging from a tree and wonder what on earth it’s doing there? You’re not alone—and it’s not …

Gravel driveways and pathways look amazing when freshly laid, but keeping those little rocks where they belong can be a real challenge. Rain, traffic, and …

Got a shady corner in your yard where nothing seems to thrive? Don’t fight it—embrace it. A stumpery transforms dark, forgotten spaces into stunning woodland …

So you aerated, overseeded, watered—and still ended up with stubborn bare spots? Don’t worry, you’re not out of options. When your lawn doesn’t bounce back …

Hummingbirds bring a little spark of enchantment to any garden, zipping and darting like living jewels with wings. Their shimmering feathers and lightning-fast moves are …

Perennials are the garden’s loyal regulars—popping up year after year with zero extra work. Plant them once, and they’ll keep showing up like clockwork, dressing …