If it’s time for a patio renovation, or finally time to add a patio to your home, there are lots of cool flooring options other than just boring concrete! These…
How to Use a Home Soil Test Kit
After just publishing our latest post about soil testing in the garden, I knew I needed to write this one up. Why? Well, in the post on soil testing, I…
DIY Raised Planter Box Plans & Tutorials for Convenient Container Gardening
Container gardening is a great way to enjoy growing vegetables, herbs, and flowers without having to have the space or the time for a traditional garden. But honestly, the easiest…
A Guide to Soil Testing: Unlock Your Garden’s Potential
Let’s talk about a super important garden chore… soil testing. I hate to call it a chore because it’s so much more than just a task that needs to be…
16 DIY Patio Cover Ideas to Transform your Outdoor Space
Most of us spend a good part of our time outdoors on our patio. But if you don’t have an outdoor covered patio, then you miss out on using your…
20 Different Types of Snake Plants for your House Plant Collection
Snake plants, also called “Mother in law’s tongue” are one of the most popular house plants you can own. They’re one of the easiest house plants to care for, and…
Starting Seeds Indoors: A Comprehensive Guide for Gardeners
It is easy and inexpensive to start (or expand) a garden by starting seeds indoors for spring planting. Here at TGG, we use several methods. Get a head start on…
21 DIY Bird Feeders That Actually Look Amazing!
Birds are beautiful, help your garden, and support your local ecosystem, so bring more into your yard with these awesome, easy DIY bird feeders! I love songbirds, and I have…
Guide to Growing Citrus Trees in Pots or Containers
Do you love the look, smell, and convenience of having citrus trees around your home, but don’t have enough space in your yard to plant one? Never fear – you…
Top 10 Seed Catalogs for 2024 – Plus More Online Seed Stores and Catalogs You’ll Love
It’s that time of year- time to think about ordering and starting seeds! This is one of the most fun and exciting parts of gardening if you ask me. It…
Alternatives to Grass : Front Yard Landscaping Ideas
We all love a gorgeous lawn, right? But there are plenty of reasons to use alternatives to grass when planning your front yard landscaping. There isn’t a single landscaping “plant”…
Surprisingly Effective Homemade Weed Killer Recipes: DIY Solutions that Really Work
None of us like weeds in our garden. We want what we planted to be what we planted! It’s easy to want to do whatever it takes to get rid…
(Super Easy) DIY Indoor Greenhouse Ideas
Around here at TGG, we would grow green things 365 days a year if we could. But Mother Nature didn’t consult with us, so we are constantly looking for ways…