My Favorite: Best Garden Gloves for Every Gardener
Every green thumb knows that a solid pair of gardening gloves can be the difference between a therapeutic afternoon in the garden and a prickly, dirt-under-your-nails kind of disaster. But who says practical can’t also be pretty? From pruning roses to potting basil, here…
Best Herbs to Plant Together: Perfect Pairings for a Thriving Garden
Herb gardening is a joy—especially when your plants thrive together. Planting herbs that get along not only saves space but also helps with growth, flavor, and pest control. It’s like matchmaking for your garden beds! In this guide, we’ll break down the best herbs…
How to Build a Grape Vine Trellis (That’ll Make You Feel Like You Own a Vineyard)
Okay, I’ll be honest—there’s just something about growing grapes that makes me feel fancy. Like I should be sipping something chilled under a pergola while my vines gently sway in the breeze. But in reality? I’m in my garden in muddy boots, trying to…
How to Build a Cucumber Trellis (and Why You’ll Love Having One)
Let me tell you, once I started trellising my cucumbers, it completely changed the game for my garden. No more tangled vines smothering each other, no more cucumbers hiding in the jungle of leaves until they got weirdly oversized and bitter. Just happy, climbing…
Perfect Indoor Plant Pairings for Growth + Pest Control
Here in Aotearoa, we’re blessed with a mild climate, beautiful natural light, and—let’s be real—a fair share of indoor pests like fungus gnats. I started pairing houseplants to create a healthier, more pest-resistant indoor space, and it’s honestly changed the way I look at…
Tiny Space, Big Flavor: My Apartment Herb Garden
Ever feel like your apartment’s too small to grow anything edible? Same here. I used to think growing herbs was only for people with backyards and big sunny decks. But once I discovered how easy (and honestly, fun) it is to grow herbs in…
How I Designed My Homesteading Garden Layout (and What I’d Do Differently)
I’ll be real with you—when I first started planning my homesteading garden, I was equal parts excited and totally overwhelmed. Between figuring out what to grow, where to put everything, and how to make it all work together, my brain was basically compost. 😅…
Growing Herbs Indoors (Even If You Don’t Have a Green Thumb)
When your kitchen herbs are fresher than your Instagram feed, you know you’re winning at life. Imagine snipping off a sprig of basil right from your windowsill while your pasta is still boiling. Or brewing fresh mint tea with leaves you just picked. Growing…
Roses from Scratch: My Journey Growing Roses from Cuttings
When I first considered growing roses from cuttings, I honestly thought it would be complicated. But the more I learned and experimented, the more rewarding and surprisingly straightforward the process became. If you’ve been thinking about trying it yourself, let me guide you through…
Small Space, Big Dreams: My Auckland Patio Garden Adventure
Turning Coffee Chats into Gardening Reality I remember when I first dreamed of having my own veggie garden in Auckland. Space was tight, and I was unsure if my small patio could support such ambitions. One sunny afternoon, my friend Jess and I were…
How to Grow Strawberries Vertically: Your Easy Step-by-Step Guide
Limited on garden space but dreaming of fresh, juicy strawberries? Growing strawberries vertically is a fantastic way to maximize space, simplify harvesting, and add visual charm to your garden or balcony. Here’s how you can start your vertical strawberry garden: Step 1: Choose Your…
Transform Your Backyard with Artificial Grass: The Ultimate DIY Guide for a No-Grass Backyard
Thinking about saying goodbye to endless mowing, watering, and weeding? Artificial grass might just be the perfect solution for a lush, green, no-grass backyard all year round. Here’s your step-by-step guide to installing artificial grass yourself—no professional experience needed! Ideas and Inspirations Step 1:…