Garden

Just in time for spring: Beautiful botanical gardens

Sarah Brooks — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 06:40:00 -0700

Spring is finally upon us — meaning it’s the perfect time to get outside and soak in the wonderful smells and beauty of the outdoors. There’s no better way to experience springtime than by visiting your local botanical garden.

Planting a late-summer garden with kids

Sherri Kuhn — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 13:03:00 -0700

Your tomatoes are ripe and the zucchini has taken over the garden, so what do you plant next? Gardening with kids is a fun way to teach them about plants and how things grow, but it isn't just an early summer project. Keep reading for some ideas about what to plant in your late-summer garden for a fall harvest.

Why you should get kids excited about gardening

Christina Holt — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 08:00:00 -0700

With the use of developmental, social and fine motor skills, gardening can be a great tool for kids young and old. Use these creative and fun ways to get your kids involved in gardening and help them grow, too!

Container gardening

Nichole Beaudry — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:00:00 -0700

You don't need a huge patch of earth to create a beautiful garden. We’ve rounded up our favorite containers to hold your movable gardens and we’re offering our suggestions for the easiest flowers, herbs and fruits and vegetables to grow in them.

How to grow seeds indoors

Melissa Dunlap — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:30:00 -0800

It might still be the dead of winter, but spring is just around the corner. Get a jumpstart on your garden by learning how to grow seeds indoors. We’ll show you how in five easy steps.

Etsy roundup: Garden decor

Laura Willard — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:20:00 -0800

Etsy is an online marketplace where hundreds of thousands of creative people from more than 150 countries sell their handmade crafty goodness. Each week, we're featuring a handful of our favorite items in our Etsy Roundup. On the menu this week: garden decor.

8 Fab garden accessories for summer

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 10:00:00 -0700

It’s not just your patio or home that can use some added accoutrements – why not give your garden some added style with eye-catching garden accents? We’ve scoured the web to come up with some great ways to make your green space really stand out this summer.

Expert tips to manage allergies at home

Michele Borboa, MS — Sat, 21 May 2011 13:26:00 -0700

If anyone knows how to turn a home space from drab into fab, it’s designer, TV personality and real estate agent Sabrina Soto from HGTV’s Get It Sold and Real Estate Intervention. As a longtime allergy sufferer, Soto is also an expert on managing allergies in the home. Here are the designer’s tips to reducing allergens in your home.

Celebrate National Public Gardens Day

Melissa Dunlap — Thu, 05 May 2011 16:30:00 -0700

National Public Gardens Day is May 6, 2011. This national day is an opportunity to raise awareness of public gardens in the United States and the impact these gardens have on local communities. Grab your family or friends and visit a botanical garden, arboretum, or other public garden on this third annual National Public Gardens Day.

10 Fun tips to green your kids

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:00:00 -0700

Earth Day is a fun holiday to teach your kids about being more eco-conscious, but every day can be a great opportunity to green your kids. Here are 10 of our favorite tips to raise an eco-friendly family.

5 Plants for small outdoor spaces

Laura Carson Miller — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 09:30:00 -0700

If you’re ready to spruce up your smaller patio, balcony or porch, these plant suggestions will help you make the most of your allotted gardening area. Read on to find out how to maximize your patio garden with plants that are big on show and not on space!

How to garden for a healthier diet

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:46:00 -0700

We all know adding more vegetables to our diet is an important step to improving overall health and wellness, but it’s not always easy to squeeze extra salads into a busy schedule. Wouldn’t it be great if you could skip the supermarket altogether and simply walk outside to grab everything you needed for produce – and a nutrient-packed meal? Consider your garden as a gateway to better eating. Read on for our tips on how to garden for a healthier diet.

Freshen up your home for spring

Melissa Dunlap — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:40:00 -0700

Spring has sprung! Get your home ready by freshening up your home decor and outdoor space. From spring cleaning tricks and tips to must-have home trends for spring, we'll help you liven up your space and welcome the new season!

How to garden on a budget

Michelle Maffei — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 06:00:00 -0700

Spring has sprung, and gardening season is upon us. But even as you itch to dig deep into your garden, digging deep into your wallet may not be in the budget. Instead of looking longingly out your window at the garden that could be, discover how to garden on a budget, from purchasing self-seeding plants to growing plants from clippings.

8 Outdoor and gardening accessories for spring

Michele Borboa, MS — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 10:42:00 -0700

Garden gnomes and mosaic stepping stools are go-to outdoor and gardening accessories for many spring-loving gardeners, but if you're looking to make a unique statement with your green space, fill it with stylish yet functional garden decor. Here are eight of our favorite outdoor and gardening accessories that will set your backyard apart from the ordinary garden spots this spring.

13 Low-cost garden tools

Michelle Maffei — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 06:28:00 -0700

You know that recycling can save the planet, but did you know that it can save you some cash, too? From milk jugs to old blankets, you can grow some green while saving some green when you discover these 13 low-cost garden tools recycled from everyday items.

Online gardening: 5 Must-see gardening websites

Lauren Fairbanks — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 04:06:00 -0800

There are websites for any hobby or vocation, and gardening is no exception. Whether you're in need of tips on becoming a successful green thumb, recipes for your new crop of garden vegetables or just general news and stories on gardening, here are five gardening websites that offer advice on all things horticultural and landscaping.

Creating an outdoor oasis on the cheap

Kathleen Wilson — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 11:11:00 -0800

We all should have a haven in the outdoors -- it is soothing to the soul! It can be done with little money, little space, and just a bit of creativity! Check out these five great ideas for creating your own private hideaway.

Garden watch: Top 6 gardening trends for 2011

Jessica Padykula — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 12:19:00 -0800

Gardening season is around the corner, which means it’s almost time to get your hands dirty! But before you start planning your green space there are a few considerations when it comes to what you plant and how you plant it. We'd like to share some of the latest gardening trends to incorporate into your yard this year.

Stink bugs invade American homes

Meagan Morris — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 17:00:00 -0700

Stink bugs are bringing their special brand of foul odor to homes and gardens in several east coast states. What do you need to know about these creepy crawlers to keep your home and family safe?

Fall gardening tips: Bring the birds to your yard

Janet Teas — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 11:14:00 -0700

Beautiful autumn gardens are a visual treat as well as a banquet of goodies for hungry birds. Food-rich flowers, grasses, shrubs and trees feed our feathered friends well into winter. This fall, attract birds to your garden by giving them the four main things they need: food, water, shelter and a nesting site. Bird feeders, birdbaths and birdhouses can all play an important role. These fall gardening tips can not only help birds survive, they provide your autumn garden with interest as the leaves fall as well as through the long winter months.