We gardeners expend lots of energy to maximize the growth and yield of our vegetables. But just what is going on underneath the soil where we can't see? I've come across an exhaustive study from...

One of the most underrated perennials you can grow in your garden is Swamp Milkweed. Not only is it one of the most beautiful of all the milkweeds, it draws in tons of pollinators. Of all the...

If you are looking for a showy purple, drought tolerant, sun-loving, tough perennial native flower - Liatris Spicata (Blazing Star) is for you! I have about 12-16 Blazing Star flowers in my front...

Hatchets and Machetes are suitable for a lot of the same jobs. There is a ton of cross over in the type of work they can do, with a few key differences. I take each item on for different types of...

Our tile installation - click image to learn how we updated our kitchen without painting our oak cabinets When designing a new kitchen or remodeling your existing one, a backsplash can be one of...

With long lasting blooms that pop with color, it is no wonder that Echinacea is one of the most popular flowers in the United States and the world. The large pink-purple daisy like blooms are...