Planting Vegetables

How to Make a Mini Greenhouse Garden Out of Plastic Totes

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:08:26 +0000

Ikea Hacker is a really cool site with household “hacks” and craft, featuring (what a surprise!) Ikea products. I came across a really cool project that uses SAMLA boxes to create mini greenhouses. I would think any clear tote would do, … Continue reading →

Fun Container Gardening Project: Tipsy Plant Tower

Fri, 04 May 2012 21:06:42 +0000

Instructables is featuring a new container gardening project: the Tipsy Plant Tower! Here is what you need: Five 6″ standard terra-cotta pots One 10.5″ azalea pot One 12″ terra-cotta saucer (the ones that go under the plants to catch liquid) … Continue reading →

Need a Quick Fix for Those Spider Mites? Try LavaMite

Wed, 02 May 2012 03:30:13 +0000

Spider mites, although very small, are one of the major headaches any vegetable grower may encounter. They can wreak havoc and cause severe damage to several hundred kinds of plants. From home gardens to medicinal plants, to orchard trees and … Continue reading →

Upcycled Herb Garden

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:07:43 +0000

Have any broken large garden pots, such as these terra cotta pots that Hardly Housewives uses to make upcycled herb garden markers. These are very cute, and you can even just write in your herbs with a Sharpie! Just be … Continue reading →

Stenciled Centerpiece Planter Box

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 02:45:35 +0000

Flamingo Toes has made a very detailed and intricate tutorial for a stenciled centerpiece planter box. It features Martha Stewart craft supplies. Supplies Required: Martha Stewart Paints, Stencils, Brushes and Stencil Tape 3 pieces of 1″ x 6″ pine – 25″ … Continue reading →

Toy Planters for Fun Container Gardening!

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 22:13:48 +0000

Check out these fun toy dinosaur planters from Plaid Pidgeon. Puts some fun in container gardening and makes a fun idea to get your kids into gardening as well!

Are You Growing Vegetables with Organic Plant Food?

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:50 +0000

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Whitney Farms for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. If you're going to be growing vegetables in your home garden, you probably are encouraged by the fact that you … Continue reading →

Hurry to Enter a $5,000 Yard Makeover Contest

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 05:00:22 +0000

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Bulbs. Dig, Drop, Done. for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Have you been to the Curbside Chaos website yet? You had better get there quickly and enter their … Continue reading →

Don’t Let Wacky Weather Ruin Your Garden

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 00:16:00 +0000

So, what’s a gardener to do? Can our plants thrive in spite of climate change? I’m certainly hopeful for our Catskill garden this year. We are already preparing the beds, but before we commit to buying the seeds, I’ve been … Continue reading →

Container crops yield an attractive, healthy harvest on decks and lawns

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:15:37 +0000

Crops for pots • Herbs: They will be right at your fingertips when you cook, and they thrive in containers. Parsley, basil, sage, rosemary, thyme, French tarragon and other herbs are pretty and prolific. Chives and mint will quickly fill a large … Continue reading →

What to Look for in a Home Alarm System

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 01:57:00 +0000

Home security systems are becoming more and more important to protect your home and family valuables. ADT Home Security has been around for over 100 years, and is a top home alarm system. There are a few reasons to … Continue reading →

Prepare Your Lawn and Garden for Planting Spring Vegetables

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 21:01:28 +0000

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Scotts® for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. The Scotts® Snap® Spreader System is an easy way to prepare your home lawn for vegetable gardening and/or landscaping without a … Continue reading →

The Best Vegetables for Container Gardening

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 03:31:34 +0000

Things to Consider There are a few things you must first consider when choosing the best vegetables for container gardening. Where are you going to keep the containers? How much sunlight are they going to receive? How deep will the … Continue reading →

Tips for Growing Brussels Sprouts Plants

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 01:23:03 +0000

Brussels sprouts plants are often neglected in gardens because they are slow growing vegetables. Yet Brussels sprouts have many advantages such as flavor, nutrition benefits, not to mention they are just plain simple and fun. Brussels sprouts are high in … Continue reading →

Save Money On Your Prescriptions

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:00:53 +0000

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Walgreens for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. I know this is a little off topic of vegetable gardening, but I wanted to share this information with the many … Continue reading →

How to Grow Sprouts in a Jar

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:58:33 +0000

Sprouts are healthy and yummy, whether you add them to your Chinese meal, salads or sandwich wraps. I recently discovered an interesting and innovative tutorial on how to grow sprouts in a mason jar. This is perfect for both indoor … Continue reading →

Thinking About Renovating in Toronto?

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:41:31 +0000

Renovating can be a big job, and sometimes it’s best to leave it to the professionals. When I bought my house, it was a definite fixer upper. Whether you are thinking of updating your kitchen, indoor garden, bathroom, etc. Toronto … Continue reading →

Oh, Those Warm Summer Days

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:26:06 +0000

Do you have a pool in or around your home vegetable garden? This summer (which I am sorely missing in this cold winter weather), I took a trip to my boyfriend’s aunt’s place. She had a gorgeous garden and it … Continue reading →

Decorate Your Home Vegetable Garden with Moss Covered Candles!

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:35:59 +0000

I came across this super cute and easy craft and thought I would share it! I have it on my Pinterest gardening board! Come join me there, if you wish! “I love the ambience that outdoor candles can bring to … Continue reading →

Now’s the Time for Cover Crops

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 23:04:15 +0000

“A: Molly, here’s the story: Right now is not a very good time to plant any vegetables. However, it is a great time to plant what are called cover crops, which add nitrogen to the soil and have other beneficial … Continue reading →

Does Your Home or Garden Need a Vessel Sink?

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 06:31:14 +0000

If you are trying to design your bathroom or kitchen, you may want to consider a vessel sink. They are a new trend that I didn’t take to at first, but they really have grown on me, and make for … Continue reading →

How Do I Grow Vegetables in Straw?

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 03:09:12 +0000

Do Termites Affect Your Vegetable Garden?

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 02:23:39 +0000

What Are Termites? Termites are insects that eat wood, which could be found in your garden via mulch or other concoctions. Termites are infamous for causing damage to structures. They can cause a large amount of damage in a short … Continue reading →

Improve Your Gardening Blog’s Web Presence

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 23:36:47 +0000

Online Reputation Management (ORM) is a fom of SEO (search engine optimization) that helps increase your business’s web presence, albeit a blog, a webstore, portfolio, etc. If you are planning on extending your gardening to an online presence (like this … Continue reading →

A Zen Garden

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 05:08:21 +0000

Do you use your garden as a zen place to practice yoga or meditate? Given the right atmosphere, such as the serenity of your garden, I definitely prefer to meditate and practice yoga poses outside. Quartz Crystal Singing Bowls are … Continue reading →