Simply Bloom Creating your dream backyard doesn’t have to cost you thousands of dollars. With a few simple backyard ideas, you can make an area that is comfortable, looks great, and is great for having people over. Learn how to beautifully make over your backyard using these inexpensive backyard ideas. Upgrading your outdoor space can seem daunting, … Read more
As an avid gardener, I’m always looking for ways to guide and support the growth of climbing plants. After much experience, I’ve found bamboo to be the ideal trellising material. Bamboo trellises blend sustainability, strength, and aesthetics for displaying vibrant blooms against a natural backdrop. In this article, I’ll share how bamboo trellises benefit climbing … Read more
Ant farms with live ants are a fascinating hobby that allows you to observe an ant colony up close Watching the ants dig tunnels, interact, and go about their work is an educational experience, especially for kids This article will provide a comprehensive overview of ant farms with live ants so you can decide if … Read more
When the garden season is over, I’m sad to pull up my plants because it means the end of the season. Generally most of the plants’ leaves are shriveled at this point–except my pepper plants. My bestie, Karen of Dr. Karen Lee told me to use her green pepper leaves in a recipe that her … Read more
If you’re looking for a fast-growing vine that provides lovely flowers and foliage, consider passion flower. These vigorous climbers can quickly cover a fence or trellis with abundant greenery and unique blooms With proper care, passion flower vines will bloom heavily within the first year, rewarding you with their exotic flowers throughout summer. Below is … Read more
Sage is a popular herb grown in many home gardens Its silvery-green leaves add beauty and fragrance to the landscape However, you may notice white spots developing on the leaves of your sage plant. These spots can be caused by various issues that need to be addressed. In this article, we’ll explore the common causes … Read more
Seeing yellow flowers popping up in your pond can be concerning if you don’t recognize the plants. Some yellow-flowered pond weeds are invasive and can quickly take over if left unchecked. Others are beneficial native plants that provide food and habitat for wildlife. Knowing how to identify common pond weeds with yellow blooms will help … Read more
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, birch trees begin their colorful transition into fall. Their leaves transform into vivid shades of yellow, orange and red, creating a spectacular display. Capturing photos of birch trees during autumn is a favorite pastime of nature photographers and a great way to preserve the fleeting beauty … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Astilbe, which is also called false spirea, is a popular perennial plant with beautiful flowers that look like plumes and leaves that look like ferns. It grows in shady areas and, in the wild, is found near … Read more
How to Dry Bee Balm A Step-by-Step Guide Bee balm, also known as bergamot or monarda, is a fragrant herb that has been treasured for centuries for its vibrant beauty and numerous medicinal uses From soothing teas to aromatic potpourris, dried bee balm is a versatile ingredient that can be used in many projects But … Read more