Last week concluded our series on must-have garden tools. As mentioned, we’ve found these items to be invaluable. Especially when doing yard maintenance and landscaping projects yourself. These were just a few must-have items. But, there are more tools you’ll need and want to upgrade to over time. For now, we know these products will be … More MUST-HAVE GARDEN TOOLS | SUMMARY
Click the image to view a similar chainsaw. As an Amazon Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. For our last must-have tool, we cannot stress enough the importance of safety and proper use. Chainsaws are an invaluable, powerful tool but can be dangerous if not used correctly. Therefore, always use appropriate care and safety, read … More SERIES: MUST-HAVE GARDEN TOOLS #10 | CHAINSAW
As an Amazon Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. A quality mower is something every gardener needs to keep a well-maintained lawn. Whether it’s a push, self-propelled, or riding mower, this is not a tool you want to go cheap on. There are dozens of mowers on the market. So we will explain the types … More SERIES: MUST-HAVE GARDEN TOOLS #9 | QUALITY MOWER
Spade shovels are useful for digging, edging, cutting, and moving materials. Several spade shovels are available, including drain, garden, and trenching. We love the garden spade shovel for creating the perfect edge around the garden and tree beds. This is a must-have tool if you want clean, even, straight lines around your beds. A garden … More SERIES: MUST-HAVE GARDEN TOOLS #8 | SPADE SHOVEL
Summer is officially here, and it is hot! 🔥 We know that everyone won’t experience 90-plus degrees Fahrenheit with humidity. But summer can still be hot and taxing on grass and plants. Summer is when the sun is at its highest point in the sky. So, your yard will receive the most direct sunlight throughout … More SUMMER MUST-DOS
QUESTION FROM READER: How do you get inspiration for your landscape? We want to create several gardens in our yard but are unsure which plants to put together. GL365 RESPONSE: Dear Reader, We’ve always drawn inspiration from our own creativity. We’ve self-taught through trial and error, ultimately finding the “right” combination of plants for our … More QUESTIONS FROM READERS (June Edition)
As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases Using a wheelbarrow during gardening projects makes a job easier. A wheelbarrow is like a cart that carries various materials from one place to another. This reduces the number of trips and makes carrying the materials more manageable. Most people probably think of wheelbarrows for farming … More SERIES: MUST-HAVE GARDEN TOOLS #7 | WHEELBARROW
Spring-2022 Quick Tip #5 Click on the images to shop similar flowers. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. With summer quickly approaching, temperatures are rising! Here in the Carolinas, we’re already in the 90s with high humidity and very little rain. During these times and throughout the summer, when hot temperatures are expected, … More HOW YOUR PLANTS CAN SURVIVE SUMMER HEAT
“You can find beauty in all seasons.” Journée Bleu – GL365 Click on the images to view these trees. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. You’ve probably heard the terms evergreen or deciduous when people refer to certain trees and shrubs. Since these may not be familiar terms, we have provided the definition … More WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN EVERGREEN AND DECIDUOUS PLANTS?
Click on the image to view this product. As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. An electric hedge trimmer is needed to shape large trees and shrubs. This powerful tool is another item that will help you maintain a well-kept landscape. Even though many people refer to this tool as an electric hedge … More SERIES: MUST-HAVE GARDEN TOOLS #6 | ELECTRIC HEDGE TRIMMER