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No matter what you want to do with your small outdoor space, you'll find inspiration below. PLAN THE LAYOUT TO PERFECTION Focal points can be created using sculptures, water features or interesting planting.' -Before landscaping a small garden, Rachel Crow, Homes & Gardens' Gardens Editor, advises to plan the location of seating and lounging areas. -She … [Read more...] about 31 Small Garden Layout Ideas to Consider

We will discuss how to properly take care of your garden during winter for vegetables, herbs, berry patches, perennials, roses, trees, and shrubs! Harvesting and storing vegetables Vegetables that are not tolerant of frost should be harvested before frost hits. This includes, but is not limited to, tomatoes, zucchini, peas, beans, winter squash, and pumpkins. … [Read more...] about 12 Tips for Preparing Your Garden for Winter

When you are close to herbs and get to know them, you see their beauty. To know when and how to harvest them, you need to understand their natural life cycle and reproductive habits. This benefits everyone. Herbs provide something that appeals to each of the five senses and that can improve the mind, body, and spirit. You can begin harvesting when there is enough foliage on the … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Preserve Your Herbs

Based on what I have seen, people often use money as an excuse for not growing their own food, ranking it above space and time. Everyone has a budget to stick to, and while gardening for vegetables hopefully fits into your budget, it likely has some limitations. Although it may be expensive to get started, there are ways to garden with vegetables on a budget. You can avoid … [Read more...] about How to Start a Vegetable Garden on a Budget

A few tips for planting asparagus can help ensure a successful harvest every year. Asparagus that is grown at home has a much better flavor than asparagus that is bought from the store. Store-bought asparagus can never compare to the flavor of asparagus that is freshly picked from the garden. The best part about it is that it's easy to grow and maintain, and it's a … [Read more...] about How to Grow Asparagus