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…
Growing lettuce indoors is kinda like baking bread—once you start, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner. Whether your working with a tiny flat, Auckland weather that can’t make up its mind, or just want salad greens on standby, indoor lettuce is the way to go. Lush, crunchy, and way cheaper than what Woolies…
Short answer? Yeah, you totally can. I mean, if I can pull it off in my shoebox Auckland flat with more windows than insulation, you can too—wherever you are in the world. Ginger’s actually pretty chill once you get to know it. Doesn’t throw tantrums like basil, and it doesn’t demand constant praise like roses….
Look, I’ll be real with you—indoor gardening used to confuse the heck out of me. I’d see all these lush setups on social media and wonder how on earth people were growing basil in winter while mine looked like a sad twig. Turns out, it wasn’t me—it was the light. Or the lack of it….
If you’re anything like me, your first attempt at garden lighting probably looked like a pack of solar spikes scattered randomly in the soil. No judgment—they do the job. But if you’ve ever walked through a garden that glowed, not just lit up, you’ll know there’s a real difference between just “adding lights” and actually…
A garden fence can do so much more than mark boundaries—it sets the tone for your entire outdoor area. It’s like the frame around a painting; whether you’re aiming for wild cottage charm, clean modern lines, or something whimsical and unexpected, the right fence makes everything feel a bit more intentional. I’ve seen so many…