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Starting a garden this year but don’t know where to begin? Have you had issues in the past with trying to grow carrots? Try these tips to learn how to grow carrots successfully![fusebox_track_player url=https://traffic.libsyn.com/journeywithjill/295_-_Carrots-_Beginners_Starter_Guide_unedited.mp3″ artist=”Jill McSheehy” title = “Carrots: Beginners Starter Guide”] Raised garden beds offer many benefits for growing vegetables including carrots. The loose … Read more

A raised garden bed built with treated hardwood and Retain It posts, and coated with decking oil, with drainage installed. I was looking to do some outdoor landscaping this summer break and planned to add a small raised garden bed/retaining wall to our back yard. Our yard is small to begin with and there is … Read more

I’m planting dahlias! Join me on this adventure from start to finish as I discover the joy of growing dahlias. This is a new mini-series here on Inspired by Charm, and I can’t wait to get started! Dahlias are absolutely stunning flowers that can transform any garden with their vivid colors and impressive blooms. These … Read more

These are actually concrete block garden beds covered in surface bonding cement, but that was too much of a mouthful for a title. Ha! I wanted to plant some berry plants along our fence line, parallel to our septic lines, but I didn’t want well….poop berries or a ruined septic system, so I needed to … Read more

One of my missions is to bust the misconception that vegetable gardens aren’t attractive. I strongly believe that you can have a vegetable garden that produces a lot of food and is beautiful to look at. Plant lots and lots of flowers among your vegetables. Annuals are my flowers of choice, although I also plant … Read more

Curved raised garden beds are a gorgeous way to add flair and functionality to any outdoor space. Their flowing, organic shapes create visual interest while maximizing planting area. Curved beds also allow easy access from all sides compared to traditional straight raised beds. In this article, we’ll explore 25 stunning curved raised garden bed ideas … Read more

Raised garden beds offer many benefits for growing vegetables, flowers herbs and other plants. The elevated design improves drainage allows control of the soil quality, and makes gardening more accessible. But one challenge raised beds present is full sun exposure. The confined structure can bake tender plants in hot summer light. Shade is an important … Read more

As a gardening enthusiast I often get asked about the ideal watering frequency for raised garden beds. Proper watering is vital for healthy plant growth but knowing the right schedule can be tricky with raised beds. Unlike in-ground gardens, raised beds tend to lose moisture more quickly and require more frequent watering. In this comprehensive … Read more

Gardening with raised beds is my preferred method. When you’re doing raised bed gardening, you can control your soil type easily. Your beds warm up faster in the spring. You’ll have less weeds and an easier time clearing out those which do appear. The soil doesn’t become compacted like an in-ground bed. But there’s one … Read more

Jasmine flowers are known for their sweet, exotic fragrance and delicate white petals These flowers are highly symbolic in Indian culture and commonly used in weddings, religious ceremonies, and other celebrations. If you’re looking to purchase fresh jasmine flowers for a special occasion or just to brighten up your home, it’s nice to know you … Read more