Landscaping and outdoor improvements can transform any home into a serene sanctuary or a vibrant gathering space. Whether you’re looking to create a tranquil garden, an entertaining patio area, or a sustainable landscape, there are endless possibilities to explore. Embrace Sustainable Landscaping Sustainable landscaping is about designing outdoor spaces that are in harmony with the… Read More
Organic Gardening
How to Grow Your Own Culinary Herbs Inside or Out!
By guest blogger Nothing makes a homemade meal more rich and appetizing than incorporating fresh ingredients, especially when using fresh culinary herbs. When a recipe calls for fresh herbs, you may find yourself omitting it from your shopping list. Fresh herbs are expensive in stores, and a lot of what you buy will go to… Read More
How Your Garden Can Heal with the Power of Feng Shui
Arriving home after a long and stressful day, your space should feel like a special sanctuary in which to relax. But, too often we allow our spaces – particularly our gardens – to become cluttered and unloved. This only contributes to the stress and overwhelm we feel. Investing time and care into your outdoor space… Read More
Garden Guardians: Nontoxic Pest Control using Beneficial Bugs
Who needs toxic pest control for their yard or garden when nature truly does provide all the answers – in the form of beneficial bugs. Yes, you read that right. Introducing a new kind of superhero…guardians of the garden. These insects can save your beautiful garden from pests, while ensuring that they don’t wreak havoc… Read More
7 MYTHS of Having & Maintaining a Green Lawn
Your children are likely spending hours playing video games. You’d like to encourage them to get some exercise outside, but your back yard is more weeds and bare spots than lawn. Maybe you even talked with a grass expert about which type of sod you should buy, but walked away more confused than ever. Plus,… Read More
How to Root Basil in Water and Bring Bees to Your Garden
By Chef Mark Cleveland of Avanti Natural What culinary enthusiast could possibly resist fresh basil – always ready in the garden or potted on your patio or front porch? Also known as African Blue Basil, this wonder plant is a hybrid of two varieties. It is sterile, meaning it does not set seeds. That’s actually… Read More
5 Steps to Create an Eco-Friendly Rooftop Garden
If you have the space available, a rooftop garden is an easy way to make your home more eco-friendly. Why have one (or no) garden when you can have two? People run into problems when they want to build one because they typically don’t know where to begin. Let’s to run through some of the… Read More
Save Money with 5 Eco-Friendly Landscape Tips for Your Home
Landscaping is an important part of curb appeal. Without it, your house can resemble a barren wasteland. People often try to outdo one another when it comes to landscaping. For many, a green lawn represents a symbol of their social stature. However, this frivolous competition can take a toll on both the homeowner’s wallet and… Read More