You didn’t start a garden to take on another job. You started because you wanted air in your lungs, sweet fragrance, and a place that holds you when the world gets loud. When an editor asked for my best small garden advice, I didn’t pitch trends or shopping lists. I shared the quiet, reliable truths…
Gardening rules are great… until they get in the way of what works in your garden planning layout. I’m the kind of gardener who sees open space and thinks, “That spot could grow more peas or maybe a handful of violas.” I don’t always follow the standard spacing guides or textbook-perfect diagrams. What I do…
As I walked into my garden and felt the joy seeing all my small garden plant ideas come alive. I had to share each flower that made it an oasis. This year, my garden has bloomed with so many vibrant collages of flowers, and I can’t wait to share my favorites with you. Whether you…
Are you searching for tips on gardening in the PNW after a storm? I just faced the challenge of restoring my garden after an intense storm swept through the Pacific Northwest. This experience taught me the right recovery techniques and how a garden is so resilient and so are gardeners. From removing uprooted salad greens,…
Searching for easy backyard privacy ideas? I explored backyard privacy designs to create my secluded oasis and block neighbors’ views. My research and experience revealed that layering natural elements not only provided me with privacy but also enhanced the beauty of the outdoor spaces. From fast-growing privacy trees to decorative trellises, these solutions transform gardens…
Growing blueberries in my small urban garden is possible. But you must be aware of the bad companion plants for blueberries. As a whole, blueberries are one of the most rewarding harvests in a garden for beginners. Understand what you need for the best companion plants and what to stay away from. Bad companion plants…
When I researched the Native American origins of a sage smudge bundle and smudging rituals, it inspired me to create my own. The garden has been providing me with so many herbs and finding ways to use them became a big goal. A beautiful sage smudge bundle allows the gardener to use the crops and…
I dreamed of having roses in my small urban garden to add color and fragrance. Learning how to care for roses outdoor, since space in my garden, is a premium made my dream come true. The secret to a flourishing and healthy rose is understanding 5 key components; type of rose to grow, feeding, the…
When I began gardening,organizing was not on the list of things to do. I was concern about what I needed to do from scratch and nothing else. Then my mother and husband gifted me a potting bench that changed everything for me. To beautify your potting bench and add your style, is to create your…
When I moved into my urban home, I had no desire to garden since I traveled so much for my job. We found a home with a small backyard that now has changed our lives. Understanding the objectives of urban gardening at home has created the best small garden layout. The process of planning is…
When I first began gardening, I was nervous about freezing vegetables from the garden. I felt like this was only for expert homesteaders, but I decided to begin slowly and start that very summer. Freezing vegetables from the garden is suitable for the beginner gardener. Begin by freezing your harvest without blanching right from the…
When I first moved to Seattle, I was really concerned about the weather. I wasn’t sure if gardening in the Pacific Northwest was going to be for me. But I moved and started discovering this beautiful land. Gardening in the Pacific Northwest requires special considerations, depending on the region you are located in. As a…
Gardening takes commitment, and a love of nature and yourself. Some things bring joy and makes the garden experience special and will provide comfort and enthusiasm. Gardening is about feeling peaceful for that moment in nature. As a whole, unique gifts for gardeners focus on the gardener experience, the gender, or creating a cozy moment….
Focusing on saving seeds is a yearly goal in my garden in order to produce the best vegetables for my family. Having a small garden makes you hype aware that every decision is important for that square foot available to grow. You can save squash seeds, generally, you must select the ripe squash, harvest the…
The value in seed saving comes from nurturing the garden because it is in turn motivating and nurturing to me. Saving seeds is what provides a way of living that is sustainable continuing the chain of life. Seed saving from your garden is in total the best way to create a garden that has high…
Learning and practicing seasonal gardening will impact your garden for success. The seeds you select for every season, according to the time of the year, will greatly impact how much you produce in the garden. Seasonal gardening practices, as a general rule, will impact how much grows in the garden. There are elements of gardening…
The best outdoor decorating ideas is about decoding a timeless garden by understanding my style/ Infusing home decor details that provide personality to the garden space, elevate the look and create a backyard oasis. Outdoor decorating ideas that are timeless, generally feel soothing, and comfortable, as such, the design needs to feel connected. Generally, revitalizing…
The Xmas Mood has arrived in full force. From Xmas songs to Xmas Vibes! What to do throughout Xmas, in case you want to incorporate a delicious Christmas drink, songs, home scents, and a to-do list to get cozy! Let’s get in the Christmas Spirit! Feliz Navidad my Cocoon Friends! Who else is in a…
10 Favorite Gardening Tools for a Better Experience will provide you with essential gardening tools that you should include in your toolkit. We will explore the most popular to how to use different tools to be more efficient and some tools to make gardening successful. Do you ever go around the garden and end up…
Collecting and saving calendula seeds takes little effort. Saving seeds will start you into a budget-friendly gardening exercise. Calendula flowers are easy to grow from seed, come back every year and the size of the seeds makes it so easy to gather at the end of the season. Calendula are a great gardening for beginners…
Cocoon Raw is created by Designer Melba from my suburban home. I love to share tips and apply some of my design background to inspire the viewer to garden for their mind, body and a soul.
