Growing leafy greens in a bag of potting soil eliminates the need for tedious soil preparation such as tilling, fertilizing and weeding that larger traditional gardens require. Growing these greens in the thick plastic bag that the soil comes in is also an easy way for those with limited space or poor soil quality to […]
Shelley Wigglesworth
Knowing the makeup of your soil is an important part of gardening. Here’s how to use a homemade soil test kit for basic soil testing in your own garden.
Hanging moss ball planters are derived from a centuries old Japanese art called kokedama, in which a living planter is fashioned out of moss. Typically suspended from string and used as hanging planters, they can also be attached to driftwood or other natural findings. These simple, elegant, statement-piece planters are easy and fun to make and […]
Air plants are a great way to add a touch of low-maintenance greenery to your home. See our guide to Air Plant Care (Tillandsia Care) for tips and tricks.
Stunning color isn’t limited to flowers — houseplants can also put on quite a show. Here are 5 of the best houseplants for winter foliage.
I was lucky enough to be invited to ride along with Game Warden Sergeant Tim Spahr and the field producers for North Woods Law. Here is my first hand account of that day. State of Maine Game Wardens do much more than check to see if people have a valid fishing or hunting license. Wildlife […]
Gardens
Make a Marimo Garden
Marimo is a tiny living ball of solid algae which requires minimal care and can live up to 100 years or more. Native to fresh water lakes in Japan, Estonia, Iceland, Scotland, and Australia, these fuzzy green balls are becoming popular house plants all over the world. Some people even refer to their marimo balls […]
It’s not unusual for live Christmas trees to need to be trimmed a bit before they’re decorated. Whether it’s to help fit the tree through the door and into the house or merely to tidy up the branches, clipping some boughs leaves you with a pile of heavenly-scented tree trimmings. Before tossing them into the compost pile, consider these five fun and […]
The growing season may be over, but a gardener’s thoughts are never far from the love of nature’s bounty and the gifts from the good earth. The holidays are a perfect time to celebrate the everlasting spirit of gardening. Read on for five ways to incorporate gardening into holiday decor. Garden-inspired Christmas trees — 3 ways to […]
Houseplants can filter toxins out of the air inside buildings. Here are 5 of the best air-purifying houseplants.
Gardens
Make an Indoor Succulent Garden
Do you love the interesting textures and shapes of succulents? If so, why not make an indoor succulent garden to enjoy throughout the fall and winter? And once the weather warms up, you can keep your garden inside or transport it to the deck, porch or patio! Succulents are plants that are native to desert regions and […]
Gardens
Favorite Fall Flowers and Plants
When it comes to enhancing your garden and outdoor planters throughout the autumn season, chrysanthemums, marigolds, and ornamental kale are not the only options. Why not add a few wildflowers to your mix of traditional fall plants, or create a special autumn garden area in which to display them? Here are some of our favorite fall […]