A Beautiful Home & Garden Made Easy
Shannon Caringi 
Supposedly, I have a little Irish blood in me, but I truly don’t know. However, with Shannon as my first name, I have claimed some Irish ancestry. St. Patrick’s Day has always been a day to wear green and perhaps eat corned beef, but nothing more. As a horticulturist, I always wondered why shamrocks (another … Read more
As a gardener, I have violated one of my own rules of gardening- great soil equals amazing plants. When my husband and I married almost 5 years ago, I moved into his house on the west side of Cleveland. Our intention wasn’t to stay there long, but time has flown by. I added several bags … Read more
This article contains links, which if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Read my full disclosure here. Some people think Valentine’s Day is a consumerism holiday designed by the card, candy and other industries to guilt couples into buying gifts for each other … Read more
This article contains links, which if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Read my full disclosure here. After the Christmas and New Year holidays, my house seems so uninspiring. There is something about holiday decorations that make a house feel alive and full … Read more
The scent of fresh evergreens is synonymous with Christmas. It contributes to the “homey” feel that we all strive for during the holidays. A centerpiece made of fresh greens is an easy way to bring the smell of Christmas to our living area. One of the biggest concerns consumers ask is “Will I kill it … Read more
This article contains affiliate links for advertisers of this site. See our disclosure page for more information. There are so many beautiful houseplants, but Aloe vera is definitely a must-have. It is one of the easiest succulents to grow and is perfect for beginner gardeners. It not only provides beauty but also medicinal benefits. Aloe … Read more
Most kids have an electronics item on their gift wish list. However, kids are still fascinated with nature, plants and bugs! In this fast-paced technology age, sometimes kids just need a little help in exploring nature. The following are really cool gardening kits for kids that will help to inspire, teach and foster a love … Read more
If you have a gardener in your life or would like to make a “wish list” for your family to reference, below are some unique and beautiful gifts for gardeners. Gardening has a practical side- shovels, potting soil and seeds etc., but sometimes we lose sight of the beauty that gardening creates. These gift ideas … Read more
This article contains affiliate links for advertisers of this site. See our disclosure page for more information. At times, growing plants indoors can be challenging. Succulents are a category of plants that are ideal for the beginner gardener. They require very little attention and aren’t fussy. They are adaptable to lower light conditions and prefer … Read more
This article contains affiliate links for advertisers of this site. What Are Succulents? “Succulent” is a term to describe a plant that holds excess water. Some of the most popular succulents store water in fleshy leaves. Examples include Aloe, cacti and jade plants. There are thousands of varieties- different colors, leaf shapes growth habits etc. … Read more