It is true even if you think you have a brown thumb. The Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum sp) is one of the easiest houseplants to grow. The Peace lily will grow in a bright sunny room away from the windows and direct sunlight or it will grow in a north or east facing room with minimal […]
Create your own concrete bench for under $20
What better way to greet visitors in your garden than with a bench! Yes it is possible to create your own concrete bench for under $20. If you have no wood lying around then you are still going to be under $30. The one pictured to the left has a metal Welcome sign that you […]
6 tips you should know to grow your Phalaenopsis (formerly known as the Ice Cube Orchid)
There are 6 easy tips to know for growing your Phalaenopsis (aka Ice Cube Orchid) and it does NOT involve ice cubes. I currently have 3 Phalaenopsis and I want to share with you my tips for keep them healthy. They are very easy to grow and can give you many years of beautiful leaves […]
Container gardening with Arborvitaes for year round interest
For years I have grown Arborvitaes in pots for year round interest Arborvitaes have been my favorite evergreen shrub for years. I love the rich green fan like ‘leaves’ and the pyramidal shape of the Emerald Green Arborvitae. I love the fact you do not have to prune, shape, or otherwise do any trimming. I […]
Build your rustic garden bench for under $4!
I want to share with you how to build an easy garden bench for under $4 using fence pickets. Yes, you read that right, a small garden bench for the garden for under $4 with fence pickets from Home Depot (you could find these at other stores if a Home Depot is not near you). […]
