It’s easy to think water gardens are reserved for professional gardeners. Growing plants in the soil can be hard, but […]
Author: Jane Purnell
Jane Purnell is an artist, writer, and nature lover. She enjoys teaching readers about the importance of eco-friendly lawn care, integrated pest management, biodiversity, and sustainable landscaping.
Butterfly Garden: How to Design One
Creating a butterfly garden can be just the kind of do-it-yourself project that is worthy of your energy and your […]
Landscaping Blocks: 18 Ways to Use Them in Your Yard
Key Takeaways • Blocks install easily: Landscaping blocks, wall blocks, bricks, and pavers often have a locking flange, so stacking […]
21 Flowering Perennials to Add Color in Gardens
You love how marigolds, cornflowers, and begonias brighten up your landscape, but replanting these annuals every season takes time and […]
20 Beautiful Flowering Vines for Your Yard
Key Takeaways • The list features 20 flowering vines: Options like honeysuckle, passion flower, and sweet pea can turn a […]
20 Water Feature Ideas to Add to Your Yard
Trickling waterfalls, birdbaths, mesmerizing fountains –– these 20 outdoor water feature ideas bring serene ambiance straight to your backyard. From […]
22 Trellis Ideas that are Simple and Easy
Unblemished vegetables, masterful centerpieces, and sound-absorbing privacy screens –– creative trellis ideas hold the secret to many sought-after landscape hacks. […]
How to Landscape With River Rock
River rock, featuring 50 shades of grays, beiges, and browns, can transform your home landscape into a natural beauty. But […]
Pros and Cons of Rubber Mulch in Your Landscaping
Key Takeaways • It lasts far longer than organic mulch: Rubber mulch decomposes slowly and can last 10 to 20 […]
Rock Garden Design: Stones, Water, Plants
If a rock is a rock, then two rocks must make a rock garden, right? Well, not quite. Also known […]