I was cleaning up some plants over the weekend that needed pruning after a long wet winter. We built a potting bench years ago and I still use it all the time, it’s one of the DIY projects that gives back year after year. With spring arriving there’s a lot of preparation to do and…
Depending on where you live and shop, a secure parking space is necessary if you want to keep your mind on the day’s outing. Worrying about your vehicle while shopping for your gardening needs can put a cloud over the occasion. Finding the right garden tools, seeds, and other gardening needs takes a bit of…
Regarding promoting mental well-being and pursuing happiness, experts strongly suggest you take a creative hobby or participate in physical activity. But did you know you can also strengthen your mental health by gardening at home? Since ancient times, gardening has been known to calm restless minds. That explains why places like rehabilitation units have greenhouses…
Sweating is the body’s natural way of regulating its temperature. Although sweating happens to everyone, nonstop sweaty hands can be challenging, especially in the garden. You might struggle to keep a firm grip on your gardening tools. Below are some tips for gardening with sweaty palms. What Causes Sweaty Hands? Before delving into the tips,…
This earth is full of inspiration and certain parts of the world own a particular design style that is iconic and bucket list worthy. The Moroccan riad has a long history that dates back centuries, it’s a traditional home with specific design elements influenced by the region’s history and culture. A riad in Arabic means…
Low-maintenance, cost-effective, and often energy-saving, it’s no surprise that artificial grass has surged in popularity over the past few years. Leading UK supplier Grass Warehouse saw a rise in interest particularly throughout the pandemic, and the low-effort solution has continued to be a popular option among those refitting their gardens. Considering the switch to an…
Starting a gardening business can be pretty hard, like any other business. It requires a lot of dedication, passion, and not to mention – money. Unfortunately, in most cases, the money needed to start any business isn’t readily available. That is why business owners frequently choose to take out a small business loan. But is…
If you love gardening, you should spend more time in your garden. Gardening is also more interesting if you do it with your loved ones, especially your family. However, if you have kids or a spouse, they may like gardening less than you do. Therefore, you should look for ways to make gardening more interesting…
The allure of plants continues to grow. According to a September 2021 survey conducted by marketing research company Axiom, 62% of 1,300 participants confirmed that they were going to be planting more in 2022 — and there was even more interest among millennials (76% to be exact). We think the reason for all of the…
Sometimes when I’m walking the aisles of home improvement stores I get creative ideas like these basket plant stands or these table leg candlesticks. Once more it happened. I was in the garden department and spotted some curved resin planters and thought if I put two together they’d form a nice base for an accent…