8 Reasons why plants love cinnamon (These really work!)

Did you know that plain old kitchen cinnamon is an amazing fungicide? Not only that, but cinnamon can be used in the garden so many different ways. From fungus killer to rooting hormone, cinnamon has got ya covered! I mostly use cinnamon for seedlings since cinnamon prevents dampening off disease, but it can be used several other ways. Check out …

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Ham and Bean Soup Recipe

An all-time favourite recipe for leftover ham, so hearty and delicious!! Leftovers have to be the best thing about baking a delicious ham, because now you can make a savoury soup! Ham and Bean soup is awesome for lunch, yet so hearty if makes a great dish for dinner. I will be putting this on my “to make list” and …

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How To Make Fall / Winter Porch Pots

I made one similar to this one a few years ago. It lasted really well outside in the snow. So cheap to make too! 💖 They’re so easy to do, and the resources to make them are really easy to come by. For additional holiday flair, try tying a tartan ribbon around the pot or sticking in some pretty ornaments …

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How to Make German Stars for Christmas

I definitely remember making these when I was younger….used to sit for hours making them. Great memories! Not ready to make these Fröebel Star Ornaments yet? No problem! Make sure you pin this post to your favorite Holiday Pinterest board so they’re ready when you are. If you wonder if these would really only take 5 minutes to make, check …

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Humane Methods To Get Rid Of Moles In The Crop Garden

If you put hard work in growing a beautiful crops garden or maintaining a lush lawn, I get the frustration when you see it attacked by moles. Moles are tunneling under the ground and raising tiny dirt volcanoes on its surface. There’s no way you may not know when these digging creates attack your crops. Seeing the bigger picture, moles …

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How Do I Keep Mosquitoes Out Of My Backyard?

We are in the middle of mosquito breeding season and most of us are still fighting against these pesky insects. If getting them out of the house is not so complicated, I can’t say the same thing about keeping them away from your backyard. It’s absolutely impossible in keeping mosquitoes away from invading an outdoor area. However, you can reduce …

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How Can I Get Rid Of Fleas And Ticks In My Yard?

This is the season when fleas and ticks are dancing around our lawn and backyard, and nevertheless on our pets. Now that is warmer outside, our pets are enjoying their time playing on the lawn, and even if you protected them from these external parasites, you should be on red-alert, because the risk of carrying fleas and ticks inside the …

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How Can I Keep Itsy-Bitsy Spiders Out Of My Yard And House?

Oh boy! Itsy-Bitsy spider is cute and jolly only when you sing it, but when it starts climbing on your leg instead on the water spout it looks like Boogeyman! Yeah, spiders are the creepiest creatures alongside with roaches and other tiny insects. I know that these eight-legged furry creatures have their role in our ecosystem such as eating other …

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How Can I Get Rid Of Gophers In My Yard Without Hurting Them?

Let’s be honest! Gophers are really cute and cuddly looking, but they become a nuisance when they start damaging your garden. Even if you are not an avid cultivator, dealing with a gopher in your yard can still damage badly your lush lawn. These territorial and solitary rodents can dig tunnels through your yard, leaving unsightly bumps, and can destroy …

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