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All the tools used through out the spring, summer, and fall can create quite a disorganized mess! So when Amber told me about using a pallet to store her lawn tools, I was intrigued! I asked her #Garden

garden hacks

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plant ideas as gifts

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Orange jessamine scented white flowering subtropical shrub ~ A great alternative to box for a taller hedge without completely formalising them because of the fragrant flowers in summer and spot flowering throughout the year. By continually pruning to the right height, while letting the sides bush out a bit, Murrayas keep their shape quite well without too much lateral pruning, and more flowers are produced. Easy care, disease free.
Building a Living Fence - wonder what Aussie plant I could use to do this for my front fence ...
That’s really all there is to a lavender hedge year 2. A bit of compost and a bit of cleaning and you’ll be enjoying a wonderfully fragrant summer harvest.

Hedges

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pruning

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combinations

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Sliding shelves on the lower level of the benches make it simple to reach potting mixes and other supplies without getting down on one knee or stooping. When you’re finished, the shelves tuck back under the benches and out of the way.
Discover which plants are best for a moon garden and how to pick out the best design for your backyard with our guide!

work areas

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Secret Gardens
White Church Flower Arch - M&J Photography | Elegant London Wedding | White & Greenery Florals
Combining container plantings with a rock garden means this is a really low-maintenance idea, but it's got a crisp and elegant look.

design

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Homemade Fertilizers - 15 Simple and Inexpensive Options - The Grow Network : The Grow Network
Getting rid of dead spots on the lawn using beer.
Another fantastic chemistry hack homemade lawn food. Easy, cheap and effective! Full tutorial for homemade lawn fertilizer on chemistrycachet.com

fertilisers and pest control

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One of the most beautiful wild flowers, lily of the valley, is the perfect shade ground cover. Learn how to grow this delicate but hardy flower in your backyard and in pots indoors. Growing lily of the valley is easy and they will keep on flowering for years to come. The fragrance is unbelievable! And a potted lily of the valley is the perfect gift for Mother’s day ;)
Catnip is said to be 10 times more effective than DEET in repelling mosquitoes. Citronella, or West Indian lemongrass, is a tall plant and the source for citronella oil. Cascading Geranium, another bug repelling plant, will cascade over its pot and add a delicate floral scent to your potagerie.
Top Fragrant Houseplants

smell

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Hoya, also called Wax Plant, is a popular houseplant. Grown outside in warmer climates, Hoya also makes a great plant for hanging containers with its graceful vines.
12 Fixer Upper Style Tray Ideas: Lovely ways to add a modern farmhouse look to any room. fixer upper | modern farmhouse | decor | trays | decorating

indoor plants

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Grow Hydrangea From Cutting I usually just stick "cuttings" that the dog has broken off in a jar of water on my kitchen counter, then plant when they start to root. This looks more scientific.
Instant protection for perennials Don’t watch on as just planted perennials get trampled or suffer broken stems! With just a handful of pliable branches, you can make easy, long-lasting coverage for new growth.
How to save seeds from your garden for next year | ourheritageofheal...

slips, seeds & pruning

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Mulching Your Garden » My Productive Backyard » Learn to Grow your Own Food at Home

garden beds

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For sharp rust-free tools, store in sand-filled bucket (or pots) with a little oil mixed in
Anyone Can Build A Planet Whizbang Wheel Hoe: Planet Whizbang Feedback
Oh stop my beating heart! I wish I could be that organized one day.

tools

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Pruning fruit trees in South Africa Pruning deciduous fruit trees helps to stimulate new fruiting wood, which results in the development of better quality fruit. (Evergreen trees are not pruned, except for occasional trimming.) Pruning fruit trees into an open cup shape allows adequate sunlight and air-flow into the centre of the tree. It is …
Espalier fruit trees - how to grow lots of fruit in a small space
Do you want to grow your own lemon tree at home? It’s feasible to do that because seeds from the citrus fruits you eat, such as lemon, orange and grapefruit, can be grown indoors with some basic cares. It usually takes several years before any fruit appears. But at the …

trees

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Agapanthus ‘Navy Blue’ in Pots, ♥️♥️♥️ re pinned by http://www.huttonandhutton.co.uk @HuttonandHutton #HuttonandHutto
Combine several English ivy topiaries and a clipped lemon cypress to accent a garden table. Mix spirals, globes, columns, and lollipop shapes of varying heights. Unify the look with terra-cotta pots. We love the flared sides of these by Campo de' Fiori (campodefiori.com). The topiaries are by Schubert Nursery (schubertnursery.com), available at your local garden center.
Build this simple but elegant tall wooden planter for $50 or less following this detailed building plan and tutorial. The planter is 3 feet tall and perfect for an entryway.

pots

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PVC Drip Irrigation is an inexpensive and easy to build method for watering your backyard garden. After adding a PVC drip irrigation system to your garden you can expect stronger vegetable plants, fewer weeds and a lower water bill!

watering & irrigation

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How to Grow Lavender Indoors
Learn a little about the differences between French and English lavender and how to grow them.
Check out these 21+ Gardening Ideas on a Low Budget | Cheap Gardening Ideas for you #gardenideas #cheapgardening #farmfoodfamily

gardening hacks

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Store potting soil in an old washtub with a lid!
The Best Potting Soil: Buying Bagged or Make Your Own?

soil

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rosemary + verbena
28 Container Gardens for Spring: Day 27 You can learn how to make one of these amazing container gardens for your very own! Get the DIY!

Container gardening

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Ultimate Printable Garden Planner

planners

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15 Fabulous Farmhouse Style Upcycled Gardens
This farmhouse style potting bench is full of vintage charm and perfect for summer. Complete with a chippy white table and vintage cubby.

farmhouse gardening

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Insektenhotel deluxe

insect house

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I want to try this with wire hangers

creepers

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Honey bees play a key role in producing much of the food we eat every day. Bee population decline is on the rise, and honey bees need our help to survive. Learn how you can help save the bees by making simply changes to your garden! (AD)

attracting bees

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mosquito repellents

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