Every time summer rolls in here in Auckland, it’s the same story—sunny evenings, BBQs on the deck, maybe a cheeky cider… and then boom, mosquitoes. Out of nowhere. And I swear, they always go for the same poor sucker (usually me). Now, I don’t know about you, but I’m not keen on slathering my skin…
There’s something magic about stepping outside and catching that earthy scent in the air, that little hit of life in motion. A garden—big, tiny, wild, or tidy—has this quiet way of making a space feel like home. Even if your yard’s the size of a tea towel or you’re rocking apartment life, there’s always some…
There’s something quietly satisfying about watching kitchen scraps sprout back to life. I don’t know about you, but chucking out the ends of spring onions or celery feels like tossing little bundles of potential into the bin. So instead, I started a wee experiment on my windowsill—just to see what would happen. Spoiler: it actually…
There’s something about having houseplants around that makes a place feel… alive. You know what I mean? Not just clean and fresh, but like the room’s actually breathing with you. But after a while, once you’ve collected a small jungle (guilty), it gets tricky figuring out where to put them all. Piling them in corners…
Sometimes, the world outside gets a bit too loud, doesn’t it? You wake up to emails, scroll through a sea of noise, and by the end of the day, your brain’s buzzing like a beehive on espresso. That’s where the idea of an indoor zen garden swoops in—quiet, grounded, simple. It’s like your own little…
Hey everyone! I’ve been really into growing herbs indoors lately and thought I’d share everything I’ve learned because honestly? It’s way easier than I thought it would be and now I have fresh basil for my pasta all the time which is amazing. At first I was skeptical when I started putting little pots everywhere,…
Bare garden walls—concrete fences, wooden panels, or garage sides—waste valuable outdoor space. These 20 garden wall decor ideas transform plain walls into attractive features. 1. Create a Living Wall Turn your wall into a vertical garden. Use wall-mounted planters, pockets, or even old shoe organizers to grow herbs, succulents, or trailing plants. It’s a great…
Whether you’re flatting in a tiny apartment or want to jazz up the lounge, an indoor flower garden isn’t just pretty—it’s proven to boost your health and happiness. Why Indoor Gardens Matter: The Science NASA’s 1989 Clean Air Study found that common indoor plants can remove volatile organic pollutants like benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene from…
Alright, let’s talk privacy screens—but make it green. Whether you’re trying to block out the neighbor’s trampoline, create a quiet space on the patio, or just stop the dog next door from staring deep into your soul… shrubs are the unsung heroes. Forget those harsh fences—nothing softens a space like a leafy wall that’s alive,…
If you’ve ever stepped outside and spotted the neighbors sipping their coffee while you’re trying to enjoy some peaceful time in your yard… yeah, not ideal. Sometimes you just want your backyard to feel like your sanctuary, not a public viewing deck. That’s where bamboo comes in. It’s quick-growing, lush, and can turn a boring…