Mary Jane Duford

29+ gifts for gardeners

The best gifts for gardeners include useful garden tools and supplies that stand the test of time, as well as thoughtful accessories and fun gardening…
Witch garden

Ready to create a witch garden for your very own? Ooooh is it ever time to cultivate some plant magick! Let’s get started on exactly…
Backyard wedding

There is something so meaningful about backyard wedding ceremonies. For us, having a wedding ceremony at home let us celebrate how wonderful life already is…
Gardening by the moon

Have you tried gardening by the moon? Although lunar gardening is becoming more and more popular each year, it’s not a new method of gardening.…
How to start a garden

To start a garden, you’ll need a good plan, some high-quality seeds/plants, and a good understanding of how to care for your garden. This guide will…
Where to find moss

Moss is a beautiful element in garden design, living art, and indoor gardens. Fortunately, it’s usually easy to find growing naturally in most climates. Moss…
Bare root tree tips

Have you ordered trees online before? If not, you may be wondering what it’s like to buy trees over the internet. Most trees and shrubs…
Seed starting guide

Anyone can grow seeds into healthy plants with the right process and supplies. You don’t need to be born with a “green thumb.” You just…
Seedy Saturday

Seed swaps are annual community events at which gardeners trade (and sometimes purchase) plant seeds from other local gardeners and farmers. Nicknamed Seedy Saturday, these events generally take place…
Permaculture

Ready to dive into learning about permaculture and permaculture principles? If you’re already an organic gardener and are looking for more advanced information and techniques,…
How to make a planting calendar for your garden

Once you’ve selected the crops for your garden and decided on the layout, it’s time to create a garden planting calendar! Organizing your seed starting,…
Garden map

Drawing a map of your future garden is possibly the most fun part of garden planning! When the soil outside is cold and frozen, dreaming…
Number of plants to grow

To grow a successful vegetable garden or flower border, pick the right number of plants for your space and goals. Too few plants means underwhelming…
What to grow in your garden

Choose what to grow based on three filters: your climate, your available space, and what you actually eat. The best crop list sits at the…
Types of gardens

In-ground gardens, container gardens, and raised bed gardens are the three main garden types for growing vegetables at home. Each one produces food. The best…
How to find your growing zone

Figuring out your local planting zone is one of the most important steps when you start gardening. Your local climate growing zone which can be found…
How to find a garden mentor

Connecting with other gardeners is an essential factor in success when starting a garden. Experienced gardeners are often happy to help out and can point…
How to set gardening goals

What’s your goal for your garden this season? Some gardeners hope to reduce the cost of groceries. Others are planning to show their children how vegetables are…
Mini wood bead wreath ornaments

Mini wood bead wreath ornaments are simple circular ornaments made by stringing natural wooden beads onto floral wire and shaping them into a small wreath.…
Natural Christmas decorations

With all the glitter and shine of the holiday season, it can be relaxing to spend a bit of quiet time making natural Christmas decorations. There…
Pinecone garland

Looking for a festive and traditional way to decorate your home for the holidays? Look no further than this easy DIY pine cone garland! All…
Succulent bowl

Succulents are beautiful, low-maintenance, and fun to grow. By learning how to grow a succulent bowl, you can bring a bit of nature indoors for…
Best gardening books

The best gardening books inspire us to create amazing gardens. This list of gardening books includes excellent references, wonderful classics, and genuinely good gardening information. Here are some…
Minimalist wreath

These minimalist holiday wreaths are quick to make and lovely to look at. With fresh greenery, they’re festive on a doorway, grouped together on a plain…