This is a step-by-step tutorial how to grow microgreens at home all year. It takes minimal supplies and ready to harvest in less than 7 days. Step by Step Tutorial How to Grow Microgreens at Home I have always loved the idea of growing my own fruits and vegetables indoors, so when my son suggested […]
Garden with Wisconsin Homemaker
Garden with Wisconsin Homemaker. Discover how to maintain your lawn and garden to be one you love to enjoy with these great seasonal tips and tricks and DIY projects.
Succulent Gardens for Small Spaces
Whether indoors or out, achieve drama along with Nature’s best with these ideas for amazing succulent gardens for small spaces. Space-Saving Succulent Gardens for Small Spaces It’s true that adding green to any living space adds feng shui, but did you know that this can be achieved with great results when using succulent plants? Succulents […]
12 How-To Tips for Winter Lawn Care
Give your lawn some TLC, as well as a well-deserved boost for spring with these easy how-to essential winter lawn care tips. You don’t have to wait until March 20, the first day of Spring, to break out your lopping sheers. Believe it or not, what you do today will improve the spring planting season, […]
How to Keep Trees Healthy in Winter
Learn how to keep trees healthy in winter with these timely winter tree care tips for protecting your trees, shrubs and bushes. Winters in Wisconsin, as well as the Midwest, can be brutal, but with a little thoughtful preparation and TLC, your trees, shrubs and bushes will stay healthy throughout the season. It’s a wonder […]
6 Must-Know Essential Fall Lawn Care Tips
Get your garden and yard in shape prepared for colder temperatures by following these essential but quick and easy fall lawn care tips. Essential Fall Lawn Care Tips Every Homeowner Should Know I’m a stickler for a green lawn. There’s something about being able to walk around with my toes being tickled by verdant blades of […]
Fallen Tree Liability and Responsibility
Storms and natural disasters happen so it’s important to know whose legal responsibility and liability it is for fallen tree damage. Who’s Responsible or Liable for Fallen Tree Damage and Removal? Always consult your attorney and/or insurance company to find out your legal rights and obligations on this topic. Please review my Disclaimer Page for […]
Dangerous Puss Caterpillar
A garden insect to avoid, the hairy Puss Caterpillar, is the larval version of the adult Southern Flannel Moth and a danger for all gardeners. Gardeners Beware – The Dangerous Puss Caterpillar One of the garden insects to avoid, a Puss Caterpillar, is the larval version of the adult Southern Flannel Moth and a danger […]
Hummingbird Moth
One of the most shy garden insects, the Hummingbird Moth (Hawk or Sphinx Moth), is a perennial favorite that seeks nectar-rich flowers much like hummingbirds and butterflies. A Garden Treat: Hummingbird Moth (aka Hawk or Sphinx Moth) Hummingbird Moths (aka Hawk or Sphinx Moth) are definitely a garden treat here in Wisconsin. Recently I saw […]
5 Quick and Easy DIY Weekend Garden Projects
If you are a diehard weekend gardener and you love to get down and dirty with nature, then you’ll definitely love these five super DIY weekend garden projects. I like the idea of completing smaller garden projects over the weekend. Not only does it offer me the sense that I’ve accomplished something “big” but it […]
How to Make Homemade Hummingbird Nectar – Sugar Water Recipe
Easy recipe to make Homemade Hummingbird Nectar or sugar water that will definitely keep the hummingbirds coming to your feeders all season long. If you want to attract hummingbirds to your yard this summer, then you’ll need to provide them not only with a garden full of attractive flowers but also feeders full of this […]
5 Benefits of Backyard Bird Gardens
Love the idea of attracting birds to your yard? Then you’ll love it even better when you discover these five benefits of backyard bird gardens. If you’ve considered the idea of creating a bird garden in your yard, maybe now’s the time to make this a reality. Not only do birds offer loads of enjoyment for […]
3 Easy Steps How to Attract Birds to Your Yard
Discover how to attract birds to your yard in three easy steps that will create a rich and diverse bird habitat and that will keep them coming year after year. For many people there’s a satisfaction knowing that you are helping the environment and adding a bit of beauty to the world when you attract […]