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Growing lavender may seem challenging at first, but once you learn the secrets it is much easier! Here’s how to grow lavender in containers or outdoors.

An insect hotel can be a great thing to have in your garden as it can attract many beneficial bees, ladybugs, spiders, and more to nest and keep away pests. Here is how you can build an insect hotel, plus 35 photos of different bug hotel examples to inspire you!

Growing cilantro is easy to do, and once you learn how to grow cilantro from coriander seed you will have fresh herbs and spices for all your cooking needs year-round! Here’s how you ensure your seeds will germinate and your plants will thrive.

Starting a garden can be very exciting – and overwhelming! The good news is it is not hard to learn how to start a garden – and the rewards are definitely worth the effort! Why start a garden? There are a number of reasons! Whether you want to learn how to start a vegetable garden […]

Ah, summer is almost here, and with that comes our not-so-favorite thing: mosquitos! Today I thought I would share 12 plants that repel mosquitos that you may just want to grow in your garden this year! If you are like me at all, you spend lots of time outdoors. Without question, you would much rather […]

Cucumbers are great for pickling, salads, and more. Want to learn how to grow cucumbers in your garden? Learn everything you need to know about growing cucumbers and caring for cucumber plants.

Growing basil is a great way to have fresh herbs on hand for cooking. Learn how to grow basil in your herb garden successfully with these tips for planting, watering and harvesting.

Do you like fresh herbs for cooking? Here is how you can easily learn to grow a windowsill herb garden right in your own kitchen. Grow basil, rosemary, mint, thyme, dill, chives and more with these simple steps to creating your own window sill herb garden.