Why I Love Zinnias: A Complete Guide to Their History, Best Varieties, and Care Tips
Nothing says summer quite like their cheerful, colorful blooms swaying in the garden. They bring so much life and joy to outdoor spaces, and…
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Kate’s Coastal Garden Notes
Design ideas, seasonal care, planting notes, and outdoor living
inspiration from Ibis Coastal Landscapes written by Kate.
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Is It Too Late to Prune? A Quick Guide to Cutting Back Leggy Flowers in May and June
It’s tempting to break out the pruning shears at the first sign of spring, but missing that early-season window is not always a bad…
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Pergolas: Should I bother?
Summer sunshine is one of life’s simple pleasures—it brings warmth, light, vitamin D, and a reason to spend more time outside. But when there’s…
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Is pollen attacking you? Here’s how to fight back.
While I’m lucky enough not to deal with allergies myself, my son absolutely does—and living through childhood allergy seasons with him has been eye-opening…
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War of the Roses: Taming Knockout Roses & Rosemary
Rosemary and roses provide mesmerizing scent and structure to a garden, but they must be properly pruned or they become unwieldy. Scent is powerful—often…
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Destressing in a Stressful World: How a Water Feature Can Help Calm You Down
Our hectic lifestyles take a toll on our health—and we feel it. So, what can we do? Surround yourself with flowing water with a…
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Deer treating your garden as an all you can eat salad bar? Fight back with deer-resistant plants in the right place.
Let’s face it—if you live in a gated community with strict HOA guidelines and hunting restrictions, the deer usually win. It’s not if they’ll snack on…
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