Projects Made Simple

These DIY garden projects provide step-by-step directions for making decorations and gifts from plants. You can also find easy instructions and ideas for growing in traditional beds or a container garden.

How to Improve Sandy Soil to Grow Healthier Plants

September 18, 2023

Tips on how to improve sandy soil for better moisture retention and healthier plants.

Pallet Raised Garden Bed – Build it Yourself!

August 28, 2023

DIY pallet raised garden beds are a simple, budget-friendly way to build your own raised garden beds for flowers and vegetables. Learn how easy they are to construct with our step-by-step directions!

Guide to the Safe Use of Home and Garden Chemicals

August 21, 2023

How to Improve Soil Drainage

July 31, 2023

Garden Design: Planning a Beautiful Garden

June 12, 2023

Learn How to Make a Living Succulent Wreath

Add a modern style to your entryway or patio table with this easy-to-make living succulent wreath.

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3 Small Japanese Garden Ideas for Backyards

March 27, 2023

Small Japanese garden ideas you can create in your own backyard including ideal plants for each style.

Compost Tea – Step by Step

June 27, 2022

Compost tea is an easy option for gardeners and a healthy choice for plants. Learn how to make compost tea (aerated and non-aerated), and how to use it.

9 Simple Garden Edging Ideas

June 20, 2022

Garden edging ideas to create a modern border around your garden. From free to very expensive. There’s no need to hire a landscape designer!

Seed Exchanges – How to Find or Organize a Seed Swap

January 5, 2022

Celebrate National Seed Swap Day at a seed exchange or better yet organize your own seed swap. Discover how to share seeds and dreams of spring!

5 Tips for Taking Winter Garden Photos

November 24, 2021

Every season in nature offers a different form of beauty, and photography is a fun way to appreciate them all. Our tips for taking photos in winter will help you develop an eye for artistic composition and address practical concerns when using camera equipment in the cold.

Make a Fairy House from Natural Materials

October 13, 2021

Inspiration and ideas to build houses and other accessories for a fairy garden made from natural materials.

Make Your Own Gift Tags with Dried Flowers

September 13, 2021

It’s easy to dry flowers for decorating gift cards. Learn three methods for preserving fresh flowers that can be crafted into artful gift tags that are sure to be appreciated just as much as the gift!

Make Your Own Envelopes for Saving Seeds

August 18, 2021

Saving seeds is a great way to make sure you always have access to some of your favorite plant varieties. Keep your seed storage organized with our handy, easy to make seed envelopes.

Outdoor Wedding Ideas

July 19, 2021

Here’s how to throw an outdoor wedding ceremony or reception. We have tips for simple decorations, home-cooked food and rustic-chic place cards.

4 Tricks for Hiding Utility Boxes

June 28, 2021

A stark metal transformer box in the middle of your lawn or an ugly cable hook up hanging off the side of your house can wreck an otherwise serene landscape plan. But it doesn’t have to.

Turn Your Garden into a Wildlife Habitat

May 24, 2021

Just about any outdoor space can become a sustainable food source and safe living area for wildlife. With the right plants and planning, you can encourage all sorts of birds, frogs, small animals, and beneficial insects to visit your yard.

Reasons to Plant a Living Privacy Screen

May 21, 2021

Living fences are a great alternative to traditional fencing! Wood and metal fencing can be expensive and don’t necessarily provide privacy. Learn about the advantages of using shrubs to surround your property or create private outdoor living spaces.