Summer Gardening Archives

Clusters of small, purple flowers with fluffy petals bloom among vibrant green leaves in a garden bed. The bright green foliage contrasts with the rich purple, creating a colorful and lively scene. Brown mulch is visible in the background.

The Best Blue Flowers For Summer Blooms

The Best Over-the-Counter Poison Ivy Products. Close up of poison ivy

Leaves of Three, Let it Be: Your Ultimate Poison Ivy Survival Guide

A vibrant garden in full bloom, showcasing bright pink and magenta flowers among green foliage. A stone wall runs alongside the garden, and a paved pathway is visible in the background. Sunlight filters through the trees, illuminating the scene. Achillea and coneflowers are great plants for a low-maintenance everblooming garden

Best Drought-Resistant Plants for a Low-Maintenance Garden

A vibrant garden with a variety of blooming flowers, including pink and yellow zinnias, under bright sunlight. A paved pathway leads through the greenery, with a house and trees visible in the background. Sun rays add a warm glow to the scene.

How to Beat Japanese Beetles on Zinnias

A charming garden pathway with brick pavers is lit by hanging lanterns and solar string lights. Lush green plants and blooming flowers, including lilacs and hostas, line the walkway. In the background, two Adirondack chairs are situated by a stone wall next to a cozy fire pit.

15 Easy-to-Find Mosquito Repellent Plants for a Bite-Free Backyard

A vibrant garden bed filled with blooming flowers in various colors, including pink, purple, yellow, and orange. Behind the flower bed is a stone wall, and in the background, there are trees, shrubs, and a neatly trimmed lawn. A white fence is partially visible.

How to Keep Rabbits Out of the Garden: A Comprehensive Guide

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 lush garden filled with colorful flowers, including vibrant purple dahlia blooms, is bathed in sunlight. A multi-tiered stone fountain stands in the background, adding a touch of elegance. Tall trees create a serene, leafy backdrop under a clear sky. Supporting tall flowers with green garden stakes that have terra cotta clay toppers and netting. Dahlia 'Thomas Edison'

How to Use Green Garden Stakes Safely and Effectively

A vibrant cottage garden pathway surrounded by lush grass and a variety of colorful flowers including pink, yellow, and red blooms, with tall trees in the background.

How to Release Ladybugs in the Garden for Natural Pest Control

growing pink coreopsis (tickseed) in a vibrant flower garden that attracts pollinators

Organic Pest Control for Flower Gardens: Your Ultimate Guide to Pest-Free Blooms

A vibrant garden in front of a house with tall yellow flowers, pink blooming shrubs, and a hint of a stone pathway leading to a white door, surrounded by lush greenery. rudbeckia, sedum autumn joy and gomphrena flowers. Black eyed susans are supported with corraling method. planting sedum autumn joy with rudbeckia is a beautiful companion planting idea

Zone 6 Summer Garden Guide: Early, Mid, & Late Bloomers for Continuous Color

sunset in the small cottage garden in zone 6a new jersey garden

Gardening for Summer Highs and Lows

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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.