In the Garden

Are you in full-on, worm crushing, squirrel chasing summer garden mode? Well we certainly are around here. This is an absolutely fabulous time of year for appreciating how much work …

What could possibly come close to the smell of basil in the summer? Just rubbing a leaf and holding it to your nose can give you daydreams of pasta (or …

Not sure how to prune azaleas or even if your old azaleas are worth pruning? I’ve got you covered! Cutting back azalea bushes to get healthy, new growth is simple …

Not sure how to prune hydrangeas? Not to worry, you’re in good hands here! Like the lovely hydrangea, I’d like to think I’m a pretty low maintenance girl. You can …

Green beans, the pole variety, are a perfect choice for the home vegetable garden. Whether you have tons of space or just a spare corner of a well-lit flower bed, …

Pruning tomato plants is a must when it comes to growing healthy and productive tomatoes. And while it certainly isn’t going to be an every day task, like watering, knowing …

Weeds, the red-headed stepchild of the the plant family, are always popping up where they aren’t invited. And thanks to HGTV and Better Homes and Gardens, I now have this …

Growing strawberries at home doesn’t have to be a huge undertaking. If you love the ripe, juicy taste of fresh strawberries and are willing to devote a little patch of …

There can be many expenses involved in starting a garden, but there are ways to build raised beds or create an in-ground garden on a budget! Save money for other …

Kids…they grow like weeds, or in this case, strawberries. I’m certain that only yesterday I was pushing this chubby faced guy in our small blue swing in the backyard. He was, …