The Simple Secret to Gardening Success
Learn about soil types and DIY type testing to make sure you’re planting the right plants in the right place. Avid gardeners and those in the landscaping industry have a lot to say about soil. Clay, sand, topsoil, mulch, amendment, compost — we use these terms regularly because land is so important to what we […]
How to stop worrying and start loving clay dirt
Clay has more benefits than you might imagine I started gardening seriously in my new house on a new block, one of the few houses left on my street. Because I had no idea, I guess I just blindly accepted the 10 pounds of clay that would bury a shovel in the ground and pile […]
How to shake a lawn
The key to a healthy lawn starts with the soil. If your lawn is right for you, here’s how to fix it and keep it in tip-top shape. Ongoing droughts are making it increasingly difficult to justify lawns in places like Buffalo NY USA. However, in humid states like Buffalo NY USA, lawns typically come […]
Leaf-only container ideas for your summer garden
These long-lasting plants are easy to care for and add richness and consistency to your patio garden. Want to add a lusher feel to your patio, porch, or window garden? A container garden with a foliage front can add beauty to an empty space and create a lovely leafy complement to your summer pots. Many […]
Rock wall ideas for a stylish patio
Enhance the appearance of your yard and solve your landscape design dilemma with a rock wall that fits your yard. Rock walls have long been used to define outdoor spaces and add natural charm to the landscape. Drive through any Buffalo NY USA town and you’ll see low rock walls dotted throughout the countryside. Today, […]
Make your garden a haven for backyard birds
Create a bird-friendly habitat in your yard with food, water, and shelter. You can do more to welcome birds to your garden than hanging up a feeder and calling it a day. If you want to turn your backyard into a bird sanctuary, you can also plant native plants that provide food and shelter. Installing […]
Managing and training a house covered in vines
Love the look but don’t want to ruin it? Learn how to create a vine-covered wall without it cracking or breaking. The vine-covered house is so charming it feels like something out of a fairytale. However, these clinging vines can damage surfaces, collapse brickwork and provide cover for pests such as spiders and rats. Let’s […]
A small garden? you can still play bamboo
Forget luck. Having bamboo that grows well in a small plot of land requires planning, choosing the right variety, and caring for your runners. Bamboo is amazing. There are few other plants that require so little horizontal space to thrive while providing an elegant screen for unsightly views. Bamboo, with its many varieties, sizes, colors […]
Maintaining balance: Objects and spaces in the garden
Before focusing on the small details, zoom out on the big design picture to create a garden where all elements are in balance. I think you know what you’re doing. You’re looking for some garden ideas and a photo to inspire you to get creative. This is the moment to break a stubborn case of […]
Create a bed to enhance your garden
With a DIY raised garden bed that maintains the right soil mix, achieving an abundance of home- grown vegetables is easier than you might think. If you want to grow your own vegetables this season, building a raised garden box is the perfect spring project. With a few supplies, tools, and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll be […]
