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1850 farmhouse with gorgeous front porch and garden rooms with a view. Buckeye tree in bloom with container filled with pansies and sweet alyssum

Boost Your Home’s Value With These 5 Essential Curb Appeal Ideas

How to Dry a Hydrangea the Easy Way with hydrangea flowers in mason jars in farmhouse kitchen on granite countertop

How to Dry Hydrangeas Perfectly: 4 Foolproof Methods

A cluster of light purple asters with yellow centers bloom amidst green foliage and a few other pink flowers in the background, creating a vibrant, colorful fall garden scene.

The Best Blue Flowers for Every Corner of Your Garden

A charming house with a tan exterior and a white porch is surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers. A brick pathway lined with yellow and pink flowers leads to the porch, where a wind chime hangs near the door. Tall trees are visible in the background, offering peace of mind for those wondering how to care for plants while on vacation.

How to Keep Plants Alive While on Vacation

A serene garden scene with a small waterfall cascading into a pond surrounded by rocks is a perfect example of water feature ideas. Vibrant red and green foliage, blooming flowers, and a traditional stone lantern enhance the picturesque setting.

Best Soothing Water Feature Ideas for Your Backyard

A vibrant display of purple coneflowers with orange centers surrounded by lush greenery in a garden setting. These native plants are perfect for a pollinator garden - purple coneflower care

Best Native Plants for a Buzzing Pollinator Garden

A golden vase filled with a vibrant arrangement of various flowers including white hydrangeas, pink carnations, white chrysanthemums, red roses, and baby's breath sits on a decorated table with a china teacup and saucer, a teapot, and other fine tableware.

DIY Floral Arrangement: How to Arrange Flowers

Growing tomatoes that are ripening on the plant in a bountiful vegetable garden

Organic Gardening: Protect Your Vegetable Garden Naturally

Cozy outdoor living space on a backyard porch with wicker furniture, beige cushions, and colorful throw pillows. A straw hat, book, and potted houseplants are on a coffee table, and the house exterior is mustard-yellow with white trim. Lush greenery surrounds the space.

Design Your Dream Backyard Porch with Pest-Repelling Plants

A terracotta pot filled with blooming pink dahlias and green foliage set on a stone pathway. The vibrant flowers are illuminated by sunlight, with a backdrop of lush greenery and more plants, creating a serene garden scene. Growing dahlias in pots is a great way to enjoy them in small spaces.

5 Easy Container Gardening Tips for Beginners

Explore Stunning Garden Rooms and Outdoor Living Spaces: A Summer Home Tour

A lush garden scene with potted plants beside a gravel pathway. The foreground features a detailed stone planter with leafy green foliage, while the background showcases various blooming flowers and vibrant greenery. Stone and mulch paths wind through the garden.

How to Grow Stunning Hostas in Pots: A Complete Guide

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Hey Friends! If you are interested in growing a garden and decorating your home, you've come to the right place! I'm a trained master gardener on a mission to empower beginners to cultivate their green thumb and discover the joy of plants and flowers. I share practical tips and inspiration for organic gardening, low-maintenance plants, and creating a cozy, casual home filled with personality. Join me on this journey to discover the beauty, peace, and satisfaction of creating a space you love.