I’m sharing how to build the best raised garden beds. I say the best because our raised beds are made of pressure treated lumber with a ledge for sitting. Using pressure treated wood means the beds will last for years, and a ledge designed for sitting means they are very practical. Posts on pennypennington.com may […]
How to Build a Beautiful Climbing Vegetable Trellis
Today I’m sharing how to build a beautiful climbing vegetable trellis. If you love the look of natural structures in the garden, then you’ll love this simple trellis. It’s easy to build, uses natural materials and works perfectly for climbing vegetables. You can also use the trellis in your flower garden for sweet peas and […]
How to Create a Brick Garden Path in 5 Easy Steps
Today I’m sharing how to create a brick garden path in 5 easy steps. I love the charm of brick in a garden, especially when the brick is weathered. It adds the perfect character to all types of gardens, both formal and informal. And the process of building a brick garden path is fairly simple. […]
The Best Flowers for Beginners & First Time Flower Growers
If you’re wanting to start a cut flower garden for the first time, then check out what I think are the best flowers for beginners & 1st time flower growers. With just a handful of easy to grow flowers, you can create a beautiful cut flower garden that blooms all summer long. My goal with […]
How to Grow Tulips in Pots when you Live in the Country
Today I’m sharing how to grow tulips in pots when you live in the country. In my humble opinion, growing tulips in pots is the best way to prevent deer from eating your tulips. A few years ago, I gave up on planting tulips anywhere on our property that the deer could reach (which is […]
Fall is the Perfect Time for Planting Bulbs
Fall is the perfect time to for planting bulbs. The temperatures are beginning to fall, the ground is still malleable, and the fall sunlight is calling me outside. Plus, the more bulbs I plant now (before the ground is frozen), the more colorful blooms I will have to look forward to not only next spring, […]