Ashley Gilbert

At first, bamboo sounded like the perfect solution—fast-growing, tall, and great for privacy. It felt like a smart, low-effort choice. What I didn’t realize was …

Installing a French drain seems straightforward—dig a trench, lay some pipe, cover it up—but it’s easy to miss a detail that ends up causing more …

If you’re looking for a way to block out the neighbors without building a fence, Emerald Green Arborvitae might be your best bet. These evergreens …

Lavender has a way of making any space feel calm, intentional, and just a little more pulled together. It’s low-maintenance, smells incredible, and adds that …

First impressions stick—and that goes for houses too. The way your home looks from the street can say a lot, even before anyone steps inside. …

Figuring out how much to plant can feel like a bit of a guessing game. Plant too little, and you’ll run out of tomatoes halfway …

Weeds have a way of showing up uninvited and overstaying their welcome. One day your garden or lawn looks tidy, and the next, it’s dotted …

If you’re looking for a plant that blends beauty with versatility, Japanese Sedge (Carex morrowii) might just be your garden’s new best friend. With its …

I used to think ponds were only for big gardens or people with loads of space and time. Then a neighbor showed me the small …

The first time I topped a chilli plant, I did it with more hesitation than confidence. I’d heard people say it helps the plant grow …