The Best Smoked Chicken Wings
Smoked chicken wings are a crowd pleaser for any holiday gathering. Read more to see my dry rub recipe and favorite wood chips for fall-off-the-bone delicious!
Shannon Caringi
Vegetable Container Gardening- How to Grow Vegetables Without the Back-Breaking Work!
Growing vegetables in a container (container gardening) is a great way to have some of the health benefits of growing fresh food without the back-breaking labor often associated with a productive vegetable garden. Here are some easy tips to have a successful container garden this summer. Also watch the video for a vegetable container garden you can do at home too!
Poison Ivy
Do you know what poison ivy looks like? Take a peek at this video so you can identify this rash-causing vine if it creeps into your yard!
How to Update and Makeover a Small Patio (before and after)
For most of us, our patios and yards are an extension of our home. My brother and sister-in-law recently asked me to do a patio makeover at their home. Their goal is to use the space more often and be able to relax after a long day of work. See the dramatic before and after photos and a video tour!
Condo Patio Makeover- Adding Tropicals to Your Patio
Do you want a beautiful patio to relax and entertain guests? This is a real condo patio makeover that will inspire you to update your outdoor living area. Click to see the before and after photos as well as a video tour!
Patio Makeover: Selecting Plants for a Window Box
Do you want to update your patio? Here is a real life example of a patio makeover with a small sitting area. It will inspire you to transform your outdoor living area into a tropical retreat! Go to www.trilliumlivingllc.com to see the before and after photos and a video tour of the garden!
Perennials: A Guide for Beginners
Perennials are a category of plants that live from year to year and can survive the winters in northern climates. Perennials are known for their exquisite flowers and/or beautiful foliage making them a must-have for any landscape. Some of my all-time favorite plants are perennials. There is just something different about them when compared to annuals (click here if you need a refresher on annuals). The blooms are more detailed and intricate, the foliage is more rich and striking. And for some, the fragrance is amazing. The obvious advantage of having perennials in your landscape is that you plant them once and they return each spring. I have found that this is definitely a plus as I get older and time and energy become valuable resources! Consequently, you will be seeing more perennials in my yard! Here are some easy-to-grow perennials that will thrive in your landscape.
The Best Hanging Basket for Mother’s Day
Does mom want a hanging basket for Mothers’ Day, but has trouble keeping them beautiful all summer? Through some trial and error, my mom and I have found the best type of hanging basket to buy. Read more…
Tips for Buying Mother’s Day Flowers
If you are planning on buying your mom cut flowers for Mother’s Day, here are some great tips for selecting the freshest available. Cut flowers sometimes get “bad press” that they die quickly, but I honestly have had very few negative experiences. I find that most retailers keep inventory fresh and the flowers last a week or more. Also below are tips for caring for fresh flowers. Pass them along to your mom so that she can enjoy her Mother’s Day flowers to the fullest.
How to Plant Seeds in Your Garden: Beginner’s Guide
This article contains links, which if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. One of the most economical and easy ways to start a flower or vegetable garden is to plant seeds directly into your garden. The return on the investment in a packet … Read more