[ad_1] Here are some ways we saved money while creating our potager kitchen garden: Use What You Have! This is the official mantra of Life Full and Frugal! We repurposed a lot of the materials we used to create our garden structures. The landscaping bricks that we used around our original chicken coop location are […]

[ad_1] Here is where you have a lot of flexibility. This is such an easy and adaptable project. The sky is the limit, so let your creativity flow! If you are doing this in time for autumn or for Thanksgiving, leave your Christmas trees natural and surround the bases with mums, pumpkins and gourds. If […]

[ad_1] The seedlings that you started indoors 4 to 6 weeks ago should be getting mature and ready for transplanting. Follow along as we move on to the next step in the seed starting process together. In this post we will share how to transplant seedlings into their own individual cell packs. How to Know […]

[ad_1] Now it is time to add a nice layer of topsoil to the top of the prepared cardboard. Shoot for at least 4 to 6 inches of topsoil. For plants that need more rich soil, try to add between 6 and 10 inches of topsoil, and possibly some aged manure. Because we are planting […]

[ad_1] In today’s world, Herbalism is usually thought of as alternative medicine. In truth, up until the first World War, it was the only medicine available to most peoples. Herbalism is the study of, or the practice of, using plants medicinally. The form of herbalism as we know it in the West has a rich […]

[ad_1] To protect your property from being overtaken by mosquitoes, be sure to remove any standing water from your yard and patio areas. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in stagnate water. As long as the water is moving, such as a stream, water fall, or fountain, you’re out of danger. On the other hand, if you […]

[ad_1] Hugelkultur is a German and Eastern European method of creating garden beds out of wood cuttings, branches, logs, grass clippings, and other natural materials. These natural materials are then covered with soil, and planted. It is a wonderful way to recycle unwanted wood or tree trimmings from your property. These layers also help with […]

[ad_1] Who doesn’t like house plants? They clean the air in your house. House plants have been known to help prevent and combat depression. And most importantly, it feels like they bring a real sense of coziness to a home. Did you know you can take your favorite house plants and multiply them virtually for […]

[ad_1] We ended up purchasing un-treated 2×12 pine boards to build our garden boxes for a few reasons. Strength – These are really hefty boards which will make for really strong boxes. Fewer Cuts – Instead of stacking smaller boards, I thought it would be easier to buy big, beefy boards in the size I […]

[ad_1] Spring is officially upon us! Now is the time to start putting into motion all the plans we have for preparing our summer flower beds and vegetable gardens. Follow along as we go through the first of a three part series to start seeds, transplant, and eventually cultivate your own plants this year. Here […]