Fall gardening doesn’t have to be all about the classic mums and pumpkins—why not mix it up by incorporating some edible plants into your garden design? Edible plants not only provide a beautiful, textured look to your garden beds but also give you the pleasure of harvesting fresh, tasty produce well into the cooler months....
Gardening Tips
Having a garden is a key aspect of a sustainable lifestyle. When you go to the grocery store to buy produce like fruits and vegetables, as well as eggs, each of those items comes with a carbon footprint and other environmental complications. Unfortunately, a lot of industrial-level farming practices aren’t good for the environment and they aren’t sustainable either. Growing your own fruits and vegetables reduces the negative impact that industrial farming has.
We are strong proponents of living a sustainable lifestyle, both by having a garden and by making environmentally friendly choices that put you on a more sustainable path. That includes using less single-use plastic, conserving energy and water, gardening using organic methods, avoiding synthetic chemicals inside and outside of the home, driving less, living off the grid, and other sustainable efforts.
Sustainable living isn’t just good for the planet but it’s good for you too. Often times, living sustainably means simplifying your life – you get more out of life with less. Sustainable living helps avoid unnecessary consumerism, save money, save the earth, and save your sanity all along the way.
Our gardening tips will help guide you to a greener lifestyle that benefits the planet, your pocket, your community, and yourself too. If all of us did just a little bit to be more sustainable, we could have a massive positive impact and change our world.
So let’s explore these gardening tips together and work toward a greener future for our kids and grandkids.
When fall rolls around and you’re dealing with limited garden space, it can be frustrating to feel like you have to cut back on your planting dreams. But don’t let a small yard or balcony stop you from creating a lush, beautiful garden! Vertical gardening is a game-changer, allowing you to grow upwards instead of...
Gardening in the fall can feel like a race against time, with days getting shorter and temperatures dropping. But there’s a trend that’s making life so much easier for all of us green thumbs: growing native plants! Not only are these plants already adapted to your local climate and soil, but they also provide essential...
As the vibrant greens of summer shift to the rich, earthy tones of fall, there’s no better time to rethink our gardening habits and embrace more sustainable, eco-friendly practices. I know, it can feel like a lot – especially when you’re trying to wrap up the garden before winter hits. But believe me, there are...
Fall is such an important time for pollinators, but it’s easy to forget about them as we prepare our gardens for winter. I know how tempting it is to tidy everything up, cut back plants, and get everything looking neat and clean. But if you want to support your local pollinators – like bees, butterflies,...
As the days grow shorter and the nights get colder, it’s time to start preparing your garden for the first frost. I know it can feel a bit sad to see the gardening season come to an end, but these final tasks are a great way to ensure that your plants are protected and ready...
If you’re like me, you probably love the idea of a vibrant, thriving garden, but you might not always have the time to dedicate to high-maintenance plants. That’s why a low-maintenance fall garden filled with native plants is such a fantastic solution! Native plants are perfectly adapted to your local climate and soil conditions, meaning...
Fall is the perfect time to grow greens! As the temperatures drop, many greens thrive, becoming sweeter and more flavorful. Plus, there’s something so satisfying about harvesting fresh produce from your garden when most other plants are winding down. I know how frustrating it is when the garden feels like it’s losing its vibrancy, but...
Fall is such a transformative season in the garden! While the cooler temperatures bring a welcome relief from summer’s heat, they also signal the impending arrival of frost. If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably experienced the heartbreak of seeing your beloved plants wilt after an unexpected frost. But there’s good news: with a little...
Fall is such an exciting time for gardeners! While it might seem like the growing season is coming to an end, it’s actually the perfect moment to prepare for a bumper crop next year. I know it’s easy to feel like gardening season is winding down, but trust me—putting in a little effort now can...
Just because the weather cools down doesn’t mean your garden has to! Designing a small space garden for fall and winter interest is all about choosing plants and elements that provide color, texture, and even fragrance long after summer blooms have faded. I know how frustrating it can be to see your garden looking dull...
Fall is a fantastic time to plant trees and shrubs in your garden! The cooler temperatures and increased rainfall create ideal conditions for new plants to establish strong root systems before winter. Plus, planting in the fall gives your trees and shrubs a head start, allowing them to focus on growing upwards in the spring...