Summer is just around the corner, and you know what that means — long days, warm nights, and cold beers around the campfire. Just some of the many reasons why we love Indiana. But we’re not the only ones who enjoy the beauty of twilight on a summer night. When the sun goes down, the mosquitoes come out. The overwhelming buzzing and nipping of mosquitoes is enough to drive anyone inside! Luckily, there are plenty of plants that naturally repel these annoying critters.
Read MoreLife can get a little hectic. Some days we don’t feel like we can put in our all, so we let a couple things slide. Your garden should be able to withstand those days, and if you incorporate some of the hardier Midwestern plants, you won’t have to worry so much about keeping them fed and maintained. These plants can handle themselves.
Read MoreAlthough they’re cute and furry, it’s hard to enjoy the company of rabbits after they’ve taken it upon themselves to snack on your beloved crops. There’s a time and place for them, but that place is definitely not your garden. The good news is there are plenty of safe and humane methods of protecting your garden from hungry rabbits, without compromising the adorability of these little critters.
Read MoreGrowing your own garlic at home is simple, but an exercise in patience. It might be a good idea to plant in the fall to get a better harvest, but whenever you choose to plant you’ll be delighted by fresh home-grown flavor making your dishes even better than normal.
Read MoreDoes a shaded part of your yard need a little brightening up? Check out these plants that thrive in dim spaces for a way to add some color and life to those tricky spots in your garden.
Read MoreLilies have a reputation for being some of the most iconic flowers in our gardens, with an unmistakable signature look and fragrance. These perennials are universally loved for their extravagant blooms in a dizzying array of colors. One of the most diverse families of flowers, there’s something for everyone to love, and no garden that won’t suit a lily.
Read MoreWhenever you’re designing the style and look of your landscape, curating an assortment of plants to provide variety in color, texture, and height is a surefire way to create a look that is fashionable in a way that endures. While tall and brightly colored flowers are a vivid statement piece, they look their best complemented with other more subtle, low-lying blooms. The stars of the show might shine and catch your attention in the summer, but their subtle backup dancers do a lot of the heavy lifting to compliment them and fill in the look.
Read MoreContainer gardening is like an art form, but that’s not a reason to be intimidated by it. In fact, as a visual art, there are rules and guidelines that you can follow to make sure that your container is looking its best!
Read MoreIf you’ve always wanted a maple in your yard but have stayed away out of fear that these beautiful trees must be hard to nourish, we’re happy to show you just how simple growing a maple can be.
Read MoreMaking the best of your garden can mean having access to the very freshest flavors of all your favorite fruits, herbs, and veggies every day of the summer. If you’re planning on growing even a single planter of edibles to elevate your taste buds, chances are you’re already taking part in the kitchen gardening trend. It’s all about having easy access to your favorite garden flavors all season - whether it’s planters, a couple pots of herbs, or a veggie garden built for grazing.
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