Garden bed

Garden bed edging stones are a great way to give your flower beds, gardens, and landscaping a finished, polished look. Installing edging stones around garden beds serves several important purposes. Read on to learn why edging stones are a worthwhile investment and get tips on choosing and installing the right edging stones for your needs. … Read more

Garden beds are a great way to designate a space for growing flowers, herbs, vegetables, or other plants They keep the plants neatly contained and make the garden look tidy and organized But often the corners of garden beds look unfinished or ragged. This is where garden bed corner blocks come in! Corner blocks are … Read more

Raised stone garden beds are a beautiful and durable option for any backyard. With the right planning and preparation you can create stunning beds that will last for decades. In this complete guide we’ll cover everything you need to know about raised stone garden beds – from weighing the pros and cons to step-by-step instructions … Read more

Ants are a common nuisance in gardens, especially in raised beds. While ants can benefit gardens by aerating soil and dispersing seeds, they can also damage plants by farming sap-sucking insects like aphids and disrupting roots. Getting rid of ants in garden beds takes some persistence, but is possible using natural or chemical methods. Why … Read more

Whether you want to plant vegetables or create a new flower bed, there are several different ways to convert lawn into gardening space. I’m going to share with you the various methods I have used. What works and what doesn’t, and tips for creating your new garden bed. Before you even begin to start the … Read more

Gardening in full sun offers both benefits and challenges. While many popular garden plants thrive in a sunny location the intensity of the sun’s rays can make maintaining a garden bed difficult. Proper plant selection design, and care allows any gardener to create stunning full sun beds. Follow these tips and tricks for glorious gardens … Read more

If you have a small backyard, or one that’s already got a lot of trees, or even super rocky dirt (hello, Texas Hill Country!), creating a garden can be tricky. That’s why I love using raised garden beds. It makes it so much easier to find the room to garden, and it’s easier on your … Read more

It’s difficult to imagine a summer garden without plump, sweet strawberries dangling from your garden beds. Once you taste the rich fragrant flavors of homegrown strawberries, you’ll never want to go back to their grocery store counterparts. Thanks to their fast-growing vigor and adaptability to different climates, strawberries are among the easiest fruits to grow. … Read more

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Raised garden beds are excellent to grow vegetables in, however, finding inexpensive and toxin-free materials can be a real challenge. You’re probably thinking about using a raised bed liner to create a safe barrier, and you’re onto something there! I’ve been experimenting with different raised bed materials for years and have finally landed on the … Read more