Put that green thumb front and center. You don't need to be a master DIY'er to make these hanging planters. If you can punch a hole and place a hook with an adhesive back, you too can have a brand new planter to show off your gardening prowess. A hanging container garden is a great way to fill an empty corner that has been bare for far too long. These nifty little containers are also a great idea for homes with children and pets. They'll keep potentially harmful leaves and flowers out of their grasp. And, we'll be honest, we've never met a hanging basket that we didn't like. These planters are no exception.
I was attempting to organize the kitchen closet the other day and realized I currently have way too many Trader Joe’s bags saved. Instead of just throwing them into the recycling bin (to be r…
Small planters for air plants and succulents can be upcycled from dozens of materials you may have around the house. Here are 30 inspiring examples.
My roses started to bloom this week, so that means I am sweeping off the patios and washing the outdoor cushions and pillows in anticipation of the warmer weather ahead. It also means I am ready to spruce up all of my garden containers that have lost their beauty through the harsh winter months. I...
Emboldened by our attempts at making our own raised planter a couple of months ago, I knew we’d be able to tackle something a little bit more complicated – a pair of standing raised planters to sit in front of the kitchen window. If you recall, we’ve been working on the back of the house […]
Have you been following along on Instagram? We have been talking about doing some yard work both front and backyard. It’s been a work in progress and last year we were all about just getting our yard graded, planting grass (who remembers when it was all dirt still), and doing a little planting. We knew […]
Here are 37 sustainable garden decor ideas for your home:
Which do you choose to make your hypertufa? Vermiculite or Perlite? What is the difference to your hypertufa project? So many questions and I am exploring to see if I can offer some explanations from
If you want a different sort of garden indoor garden, then you need to take a look at these DIY kokedama (hanging moss ball planters)!
WOW! This list of fun and super easy DIY herb gardens is just what you need! Indoor and outdoor versions make it easy for anyone to grow herbs at home!
Although an air plant (or airplant) doesn't need soil, it does need to eat. Here's how to water air plants the right way.
If any backyard furniture deserves an award for being highly utilitarian, the raised garden bed is a top contender, and you need raised garden bed plans
Nothing breathes new life into a room as quickly and easily as a new plant baby. The best part? There are plenty of budget-friendly ways to grow new plants, including picking up plant cuttings from a friend or growing your own plants from seed. But if you’re a seasoned plant parent, you already know that finding planters to house your new fronds that also match your decor can be the most expensive aspect of the journey.
Landscaping design ideas that range from traditional to contemporary and fit all budgets.
Container gardening for summer - Sarah Raven explains how to create arrangements for the warmer months based on combinations of colour and form.
Here are some great DIY self watering ideas for your planters, your garden, or your house plants. Including our favorite, the wine bottle plant waterer!
No matter how finished I think my garden is or how many years I've been doing it, I am always looking for inspiration to make it work better or look better. These are some of the gardens I reference for inspiration all the time. Dear Diary, Today is April 23rd and I'm worried I've...Read More
For creative stoops, patios, and—okay, okay—fire escapes
Discover 30 amazing small garden ideas and designs that save precious space including furniture, plants, water features, lighting and storage hacks.
Add beautiful color and dimension to your garden with flowering vines for all seasons.
If you want to make your garden more interesting, water wise and low maintenance, look no further than gravel. Here's exactly how to garden with gravel.
inexpensive flower pot tips - Check out this tips and tricks for making beautiful and inexpensive flower pots for around the home.
A cheap and cheerful hack to achieving a chic, Mediterranean-style look.
Shrubs are a lovely addition to any garden; they are slightly larger than your typical plant, but they can offer the same blooms and scents. I love the way
Even when the temperatures are blistering hot, there’s nothing that I enjoy more than working in my garden. That includes decorating. I just get so much joy out of landscaping and turning my outdoors beautiful.
You'll only need 10 minutes to transform those ugly planters with placemats. I always run into the same problem with my bigger plants! When it comes time to r…
If it can’t be hot glued, it ain’t for me! Hi, I’m Erika from @peonyandhoney and today I’m going to show you the easiest DIY...
When I first saw the art ledge from Chris Loves Julia, I knew I loved it and needed one. The only problem was, their instructions involved a table saw to cut down one big piece of wood, which I didn’t have. Most people are in the same boat as me, so I decided come up […]
This modern DIY trellis is made from an in-stock fence panel! In just 5 steps you can have this ready for your favorite climbers!
One person's trash really is another person's treasure. This 13 creative upcyles will have you inspired to get creative yourself!
An indoor water garden method that can be compact enough to brighten any corner. It's a beautiful, yet simple offshoot of aquascaping done in a glass dish.
Do you need some plants to liven up your home? These ten houseplants are weird but fantastic, and they'll make your living space look better than ever.
If you are going to be spending a lot of time in your garden this year planting vegetables and more, then we have a great project here to help you start
To ensure a longer flowering period when using flower bulbs, choose bulbs with consecutive flowering periods and plant them at the same site. By planting them at different depths, they can be
It’s no secret that I’m a francophile – the name Jardin gives that away. And I’ve just returned from 10 days touring gardens in various parts of France. So, with that fresh …
Sometimes when you move from one space to another, you realize how much (or how little) you really have of something. I don't know if it's because our new house is a very different shape than the last
