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Outdoor Storage Options

Protect your investments and keep your outdoor area organized with these practical and stylish outdoor storage options.
USDA Zone 8a Gardening – Everything You Need to Know

Getting Started USDA Zone 8a is a region with a temperate climate that experiences mild winters and hot summers. Some things to consider when gardening in this zone include: By following these tips, you can successfully grow a wide variety of plants in your USDA Zone 8a garden. What are the USDA zones and why […]
How a pollinator garden improves everything

Overview of Pollinator Gardens A pollinator garden is a special kind of garden that provides food and habitat for pollinators such as bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other insects. Pollinator gardens can be any size and planted with a variety of flowers, herbs and shrubs that are attractive to pollinators. It’s important to choose native plants […]
December 2022 Site Update

I started this site this month for the purpose of sharing gardening information and curating the very best supplies and tools to help tend a rich garden. For my own benefit and yours, I’ll share my progres towards monetizing this site (business?). It’ll both hold me accountable to its success and provide transparency in how […]
USDA Zone 7b Gardening – Everything You Need to Know

Getting Started Welcome to the world of zone 7b gardening! If you’re new to gardening and are interested in starting a garden in USDA Zone 7b, here are a few things to consider: With these tips in mind, you’ll be well on your way to starting a successful garden in USDA Zone 7b. Don’t be […]
The very best garden hose

This website reviews and promotes the single best product in its category. You will not see a “Top 5” list linking to multiple options. You will get an expert opinion on the one and only general purpose garden hose you should invest in. This is not a paid endorsement! ELEY 5/8-inch Polyurethane Garden Hose The […]
The Best Organic Fertilizers for a Healthy Garden

As a gardener, you want to ensure that your plants are healthy and thriving. One important factor in achieving this goal is using the right fertilizers. While chemical fertilizers can provide quick results, they can also have negative effects on the environment and your plants in the long run. That’s why many gardeners choose to […]
Types of gardening knives

Gardening knives are a vital tool for any gardener, as they are used for a variety of tasks in the garden, such as pruning, weeding, harvesting, and more. The types of gardening knives come in various shapes and sizes, each designed for a specific purpose. Choosing the right gardening knife for the task at hand […]
The Benefits of Specialized Gardening: How to Maximize Your Gardens Potential

The Benefits of Specialized Gardening: How to Maximize Your Garden’s Potential If you want to grow a garden that is truly unique, beautiful, and bountiful, then specialized gardening may be the perfect solution. Specialized gardening involves focusing your efforts on a specific type of plant or a particular theme, such as an edible garden or […]