It is possible to have a good greenhouse with no electricity. But your results will be improved and come easier if you install several systems and devices to help you. There’s the basic outlet system, of course. Some greenhouses have supplies that rival a small house. And, for good reason – they are practically that! [...]

Mowing your lawn may never be your favorite yard task, but if you find yourself dreading the moment when you turn the key or pull the cord and nothing happens, it may be time to give your mower some tender, loving care. “Lawn equipment requires regular care to stay in top shape and working well [...]

Whether you have rooms filled with houseplants or a choice few displayed throughout your home, growing houseplants is a great way to decorate and is good for both body and soul. But did you know that the No. 1 reason indoor plants die is people drown them with love? That’s right. They overwater them. If [...]

Garden stores have so many different types of garden art for your to choose from – there are beautiful water features like ponds and fountains, as well as statues, wind chimes, birdhouses, and so much more. But why not go ahead and make your own garden art? Why not make sure that your garden fully [...]

Soon the barren landscape we’ve been looking at for months will once again give way to green grass, flowering bulbs, and budding trees and shrubs. While most people look forward to the return of all the greenery, it’s something a large portion of the population dreads. Why? Because it will also mean the return of [...]

As people grow older, they sometimes lose sight of or interest in activities that they used to enjoy as a child. And then there are those activities that no matter how many years may pass, never lose their charm and appeal. Gardening, for example. It’s no coincidence that gardening is one of the fastest-growing pastimes [...]

School’s out! So now what do you do with the kids for the next three months that doesn’t cost a fortune? Why not teach them to garden? From preparing the soil to selecting the plants and watering them to watching them grow, gardening is great wholesome entertainment the whole family can enjoy. To ensure children [...]

Nurturing the environment starts at home, right in your backyard. There are countless steps the entire family can take to develop and care for their outdoor haven. Tending to the lawn and garden in environmentally focused ways triggers special rewards like the sweet taste of strawberries picked fresh from your edible garden or a nighttime [...]

Now that warmer temperatures have finally arrived, you’re probably itching to get outside and start planting. But what if you don’t have a lot of space to work with or a lot of time? Outdoor container gardening is an easy way to add splashes of color to all your outdoor spaces — the deck, patio, [...]

Many gardeners who love their ornamental landscape are not sure if they want to give up space for a vegetable garden that needs to be replanted every year. Fortunately, there are dozens of incredible edibles that add beauty and style to the garden — and provide a bounty of fruits and herbs. Monrovia, a leading [...]