Kendra Hart+FollowThis Hydrangea Hack = Fluffier Blooms!Obsessed with hydrangeas? Here’s the secret to keeping those blooms big and perky, even in August heat: mulch! According to the Hydrangea Queen herself, mulching keeps roots cool, locks in moisture, and blocks weeds. Just add a 2-4 inch layer of pine, cedar, or bark chips around your plants (but don’t pile it up). Water after, and watch your hydrangeas thrive all month long. Who knew one simple step could make such a difference? #Home #HydrangeaHacks #GardenTips30Share
Melvin Mosley+FollowGarden Netting Drama: Snake Rescue!Wildlife rescuers in England just saved a grass snake that got horribly tangled in garden netting. Turns out, this happens way more than you’d think—hedgehogs, birds, and snakes are all at risk. The RSPCA is begging people to swap out plastic netting or at least raise it off the ground. One small change can save a life! Would you change your garden setup for local wildlife? Some people say yes, others... not so much. What do you think? #Science #WildlifeRescue #GardenTips10Share
Laura Carlson+FollowA surprisingly simple trick to keep bugs away!! Came across a pic online - someone had a bar of soap tied to their outdoor wall outlet. Wondering why. And turns out it’s Irish Spring, and bugs apparently hate it. 🧼 It suddenly reminded me that my grandma used to rub dry soap on her arms and legs before working in the garden. She swore it kept the bugs off and it actually worked. Kinda love when old-school tricks show up again. 🤭😄 #BugRepellentSecret #LifeHacks #GrandmaWisdomWorks #IrishSpring #GardenTips 120Share
William Wilkerson+FollowThis Sneaky Plant Is Wrecking Yards!Did you know that those cute yellow flowers in your yard could actually be a menace? Andrew the Arborist just dropped a PSA about lesser celandine—a pretty but super invasive plant that’s taking over gardens and choking out native plants. If you spot heart-shaped leaves and yellow blooms, don’t compost them! Dig them up (tubers and all) and trash them to protect your local ecosystem. Who knew yard work could save the planet? #Home #GardenTips #InvasiveSpecies259Share
Cassandra Snyder+FollowWhy Your Birdbath Needs Shade ASAPBirds are struggling in this heatwave, and your garden could be their lifesaver! Experts say the #1 thing to do before noon is move your birdbath into the shade—think under a tree or near shrubs. Birds won’t use a bath out in the open (too scary!), and they need cool, quiet spots to hydrate. Bonus tip: skip pruning right now. Birds need thick, shady plants for shelter and food. Basically, less work for you = a bird paradise! #Pets #Birdwatching #GardenTips80Share
Caroline Carney+FollowAny recommendations for any vigorous flowers!I'm also creating my own yard for the first time, and every day I fantasize about my future sitting in my beautiful yard drinking tea, reading a book, and enjoying life. But I also need to take the first step to really learn how to raise flowers 😅 So are there any flowers that are suitable for white people to grow ah, the kind that are not easy to be raised to death! #Garden #GardenTips #Flowers #Help01Share
John Fitzgerald+FollowWhy Landscape Fabric Is a Garden FailTurns out, landscape fabric and plastic are a total garden disaster! After trying them to block weeds, @thegardenalchemy found they just turn gross, fall apart, and make a huge mess. Not only do they NOT stop weeds for long, but they’re also ugly and a pain to remove. She’s now team cardboard (yep, even if it’s controversial) because it breaks down naturally. Want a prettier, easier yard? Try native plants or clover instead—less work, more pollinators, and a happier planet! #GardeningFail #EcoFriendly #GardenTips #Home10Share
wmadden+FollowThis Flower Is a Hummingbird MagnetDid you know you can skip the messy feeders and still attract hummingbirds? Azaleas are not just gorgeous—they’re basically an open invitation for these tiny, metallic-feathered birds! Their bright blooms (especially red ones) and thick foliage make hummingbirds feel right at home. Bonus: azaleas give them a safe spot to hide, too. If you want hummingbirds all season, mix in other flowers like beardtongue that bloom later. Your garden could be the hottest bird hangout on the block! #GardeningHacks #Hummingbirds #GardenTips #Home241Share
Adam Boyer+FollowStop Watering Plants in the Morning!Turns out, watering your garden in the morning isn’t the move. Garden pros and Facebook gardeners agree: late afternoon or early evening (think 4-6pm) is the sweet spot. It helps your plants soak up all that moisture before the heat steals it away, and it can actually prevent diseases, too. Just make sure to water at the roots, not the leaves, to keep your plants happy and healthy. Who knew timing could save your garden? #GardeningHacks #PlantCare #GardenTips #Home8512Share
MellowCactus+Followdid my stubborn plant just bloom after a decade of waiting?I can’t believe it—my old, stubborn plant finally decided to show off some flowers after nearly ten years. I used to joke that it was just a leafy roommate, but now it’s the star of my living room. The secret? I stopped fussing over it. Less watering, more sunlight, and I let the soil dry out between drinks. I even talked to it (don’t judge). Watching those first buds pop up felt like winning a tiny lottery. If you’re feeling impatient with your own plants, trust me—sometimes they just need time and a little space. The wait is totally worth it when you see those blooms for the first time. gardening #plantparent #houseplants #blooming #gardentips #gardening #plantparent #houseplants #blooming #gardentips40Share
