The best time of year for pruning most shrubs and trees is either late winter or early spring, though there are some plants that do better when pruned at other times of year. If you want your fruit trees or flowering shrubs to grow back well in the spring, it’s important for you to time […]
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How to Trim Fruit Trees or Bushes to Make Them Come Back Even Better in Spring
How to Trim Fruit Trees or Bushes to Make Them Come Back Even Better in Spring The best time of year for pruning most shrubs and trees is either late winter or early spring, though there are some plants that do better when pruned at other times of year. If you want your fruit trees […]
How You Can Keep Your Garden Tools in Great Shape for a Lifetime
If you take proper care of your garden tools, you could potentially make them last for a lifetime. Garden tools, especially hand tools, can easily last for decades—so long as you stay on top of preventative maintenance and store them properly when they’re not in use. With the end of the gardening season fast approaching, […]
Summer DIY Projects for Kids: How to Build a Lemonade Stand
Nothing says childhood summertime quite like a lemonade stand. While your kids could certainly just set up a folding table on the sidewalk, we think building one from scratch is a better option. A homemade lemonade stand is more likely to attract customers, and it can be a fun family project. But where should you […]
Summer DIY Projects for Kids: How to Build a Life-Sized Yard Yahtzee Game
Unless you send them to summer camp, keeping the kids occupied for the whole summer can be a challenge for parents. Although your children might be content playing video games all summer long, we think everyone should be outside getting some fresh air. One of the best ways to enjoy time out in the yard […]