Powdery Mildew: How to Deal with Disease in Your Garden
Learn how to recognize, treat, and prevent powdery mildew in your garden without losing your mind (or your zinnias).
Summer
Get inspired to use your harvest of fresh flowers and vegetables with posts on summer recipes, DIYs, arranging flowers, canning and preserving, and tips for maintaining the garden during this busy season.
Seasonal living posts meant for the summer:
5 Seasonal Infused Vinegar Recipes for DIY Cleaning Sprays
Make your own seasonal infused vinegar cleaners with a blend of herbs, citrus, and spices. Natural, easy DIY cleaners that leave your home smelling fresh and sweet.
How to Make Natural, Herb-Infused Vinegar Cleaners
If you’ve been looking for a simple, natural way to clean your home, herb-infused vinegar cleaners are a great place to start.
Creamy Smoked Zucchini Garlic Dip
Try this smoky zucchini dip that’s like hummus and made with tahini, lemon, and garlic. An easy, savory way to use up an abundance of zucchini.
How to Grow Cosmos for Cutting (Plus Harvest Secrets for Best Vase Life)
Cosmos are the easiest cut flowers I grow. They bloom from June to frost, produce 100+ stems, and come back every year from self-seeding. Here’s exactly how I grow them
Funny Gardening Quotes and Memes to Make You Smile at the Weeds
Gardening is hard. Let’s laugh about it. Check out these hilarious gardening quotes and memes.
How to Dehydrate Peppers for Homemade Chili Flakes
Stock your pantry and preserve the harvest by learning to dehydrate peppers for chili flakes, seasonings, sauces, and more.
Peachy Pink Cut Flower Bouquet Ideas for Summer Gardens
Create a peachy pink bouquet with zinnias, dahlias, and more. Learn how to mix colors and textures and which flowers to use to design your own summer flower arrangement.
Cucumber Apple Juice Recipe with Mint
When the garden is overflowing with cucumbers, make this cucumber apple juice recipe with mint. An easy green juice recipe using natural, homegrown ingredients.