
Annual vs. Perennial Herbs: Choosing the Best for Your Herb Garden
Growing an herb garden is one of the most rewarding gardening experiences, offering fresh flavors for cooking, fragrant foliage, and even natural remedies. But when selecting herbs for your garden, it's important to understand the difference between annual and perennial herbs. Knowing which herbs return year after year and which ones need to be replanted each season will help you design a thriving, productive herb garden.

Mastering Terrarium Building: A Guide for Beginners and Experts
Terrariums are fascinating. They act as their own little ecosystem, which you can (quite literally) bottle up and keep in your house. We love the creativity and calming energy that these miniature gardens provide. Whether you’re a beginner looking to create your first terrarium or an experienced micro-gardener eager to refine your technique, this guide will walk you through the process of building a thriving terrarium that reflects your personal style.

The Ultimate Checklist: Winter Tasks to Prepare for Spring Gardens
While it’s tempting to take a break, winter is your secret weapon for a flourishing spring garden. With a little planning, some care for your tools and soil, and the joy of dreaming about next season’s blooms, you can set the stage for your best garden yet.

Festive Front Door Magic: How to Create a Holiday Porch Pot with Evergreens
Learn how to create a holiday porch pot with fresh cut evergreens and decorative accents. Our step-by-step guide for a stunning DIY evergreen patio pot will help you design long-lasting, festive holiday arrangements with ease.

A Guide to Pansies & Violas: when to plant and how to care for them
If you’re wondering when the best time to plant pansies and violas is, you’ll want to aim for September and October. Planting in early fall allows these beautiful, hardy flowers to establish themselves before the winter cold sets in. By giving them a head start in warm soil, you’re setting the stage for a healthy root system that will help the plants thrive when Spring comes.