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Gardening Tips & Landscape Design Ideas for Every Season

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10 Best Pollinator Plants for Bees

10 Front of the House Shade Landscaping Shrubs

10 Tidy Bushes for the Front of the House

Which Lavender Plant is Best for My Garden?

Which Hydrangea Should I Plant? Find Your Perfect Match!

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Discover the ultimate gift guide for gardeners.

Thoughtful, beautiful, and practical ideas they’ll love! 💕🌿🎁

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Growing Rosemary Indoors: A Complete Care Guide

Growing rosemary indoors is challenging but absolutely worth it - here's how to keep your plant thriving with the right light, watering technique, and realistic expectations.

The Ultimate Guide to Gardening Gifts

Stop guessing what gardeners want! This expert guide to gardening gifts reveals the tools, books, and creative surprises that will make any plant lover's day, from beginners to seasoned pros.

The Potted Lavender Indoor Plant: A Complete Care Guide

Indoor potted lavender doesn't have to be tricky when you know the right techniques. Get our proven strategies for vibrant, fragrant plants that last.

Learn How to Care for Norfolk Pine Indoors

Your Norfolk Pine isn't actually a pine at all – it's an ancient tropical plant that makes the perfect year-round houseplant. Learn the simple secrets to keep this living Christmas tree thriving in your home for years to come.

The Holiday Lemon Cypress House Plant: A Complete Guide

As a former plant shop worker, I'll tell you the truth nobody mentions: holiday lemon cypress plants are notorious for dying within weeks, but here's how to beat the odds and keep yours thriving.

Christmas Cactus Care: Simple Steps for Success

Discover the secrets of Christmas cactus care, from soil to blooms, that will keep this festive favorite thriving for decades.

10 Best Pollinator Plants for Bees

Create a buzz-worthy garden with this list of the best pollinator plants for bees!

10 Fall Garden Ideas to Refresh your Outdoor Space

Transform your fall garden into a vibrant, inviting space with these fresh ideas you can start right now!

10 Money Saving Garden Tips for Beginners

Home Garden Tips and Beginner Garden Tips to Save You Time and Money

Unplug and Explore with this Vibrant Kids’ Butterfly Garden

Bring Butterflies, Blooms, and Big Smiles to your Backyard with this Free Kids’ Butterfly Garden Design!

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10 Fall Garden Ideas to Refresh Your Outdoor Space

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The 10 Best Fall Blooming Perennials for Autumn Beauty

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Meet the Team

Hi, I’m Amy, and I love helping people to create the garden of their dreams. I’m a landscape designer and plant lover, and I started this blog as a way to share my passion for garden plants, outdoor gardening, and garden planning. 🪴

With 12+ years in the landscaping industry, I understand what home gardeners need. Here you'll find landscape design ideas, plant care guides, and advice on how to grow plants and create a beautiful landscape, whether you're a beginner or experienced gardener. 🌸

Visit my About page if you would like to learn more about me.

My aim is to offer you landscaping ideas, garden design inspiration, and helpful information for the green spaces in your life.

Happy Gardening! 🌿

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