Gardening

4 Fun and Different Ways To Enhance Your Community

Firefly Moments, Gardening, Home and Family

Sometimes making the world a better place can be simple. Sure, there’s no cure-all for solving all of your community’s problems, but sometimes small changes and acts can make a big impact. The fact is that people feel happier and less stressed when their communities are the best they can possibly be. To make your own community a better place to live and thrive in, follow these four fun and… Read More »4 Fun and Different Ways To Enhance Your Community

A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own Mushrooms

Gardening, Home and Family, Our Modern Farmhouse, Simple Living and Minimalism

Mushrooms have many health benefits, and they’re great at absorbing flavors and adding texture to any meal. However, store-bought mushrooms can be expensive, and foraging them year-round isn’t an option. So here’s a beginner’s guide to growing your own mushrooms for goodness all year. This post contains affiliate links that I make a small commission on with no added fee to your purchase. Mushroom Basics There are a few mushroom basics and… Read More »A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own Mushrooms

3 Tips To Help Make Your Garden Bee Friendly

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Bees are the powerhouse pollinators of the world, so it’s easy to see why they’re such important little creatures. The biodiversity they support is essential to our way of life and to keeping the world’s delicate balance in check. Unfortunately, bees are endangered, and they need our support. Here are three tips to help make your garden bee friendly and to support the bee population. This post contains affiliate links… Read More »3 Tips To Help Make Your Garden Bee Friendly

The Best Fruit Trees To Grow in Your Backyard

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There’s nothing in the world as peaceful as stepping outside and plucking a ripe apple or peach from the tree you helped grow. Early spring is planting season for many kinds of fruit trees, so if you’re looking to add new life to your property, it’s time to start planning. Here at Firefly Gardens, we have several varieties of fruit trees, including some adorable miniature apple trees that are a… Read More »The Best Fruit Trees To Grow in Your Backyard

Tips and Tricks for Building a Stunning Garden

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A garden can improve the overall appearance of your property, and caring for one can serve as a relaxing hobby. Investing time in improving your garden can benefit your mental and physical health in many ways. A garden is also a great spot for spending time outdoors that boosts the value of your home. This guide to the tips and tricks for building a stunning garden will help you create… Read More »Tips and Tricks for Building a Stunning Garden

The Easiest Vegetables To Grow During Winter

Gardening, Home and Family

It’s never too early to start thinking about what types of food you want to grow. In fact, certain vegetables can thrive in the cold—although a harsh winter might do some damage. Nonetheless, if you’re going to start growing vegetables during the wintertime, you should start with these. Here are the easiest vegetables to grow during winter. This post contains affiliate links that I make a small commission on with… Read More »The Easiest Vegetables To Grow During Winter

The Most Inspiring Garden Themes To Try Out

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Life can feel boring without something to admire or add to season after season, especially if you’re someone who enjoys the outdoors. To help kick your creativity into gear, we have a curated list of the most inspiring garden themes to try out in an attempt to impress your neighbors and friends. This post contains affiliate links that I make a small commission on with no added fee to your… Read More »The Most Inspiring Garden Themes To Try Out

6 Landscaping Ideas for Hilly or Sloping Areas

Gardening, Home and Family

Hillsides are notoriously tricky to landscape. Check out these landscaping ideas for hilly or sloping areas and turn your backyard into a stunning oasis. While hillside homes can be gorgeous, landscaping can be a challenge. The threat of soil erosion is always present, and maintaining a garden on a slope can be difficult. But the potential for creating stunning vistas is great. Here are some landscaping ideas for hilly or… Read More »6 Landscaping Ideas for Hilly or Sloping Areas

Tips To Easily Create A Dog Safe Garden

Dogs and Pets, Gardening

My dogs are always with me. In the house and in the garden, I always have at least one dog at my side. Sometimes I’ll find Wynter digging when the heat has warmed her up too much and she starts looking for a cool place to plant herself. Our yard and garden are built with our dogs in mind. We know that we can’t always have our eyes on them,… Read More »Tips To Easily Create A Dog Safe Garden

3 Most Popular and Productive Pollinators in America

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Have you thanked your local pollinators recently? Learn who’s responsible for our flourishing crops with this list of the most popular pollinators in America. Spring is here, and with it comes a colorful array of flowers and crops. Are you excited to add fresh and vibrant strawberries to your spring shopping list? Maybe when the weather is nice, you can fire up the grill with our Stuffed Poblano Pepper recipe… Read More »3 Most Popular and Productive Pollinators in America

Gardening For Wellness and Traditions

My garden is my sanctuary from the world. I meditate through the work that I do, thrive with each new leaf, and carry the memory of each season’s lessons. Gardening is therapy and good medicine. I love passing down the traditions that I’ve carried with me from my Great-Grandparents and sharing them with my children and grandchildren is how we connect. Garden pathways From solid paver pathways to soft pea… Read More »Gardening For Wellness and Traditions

Why Beekeeping Is an Awesome Hobby

Gardening, Our Modern Farmhouse

Where some people see claustrophobia and noise, those who understand why beekeeping is an awesome hobby know how it benefits the planet and so much more. Beekeeping enthusiasts are the first to tell you that the hobby is not for everyone. From the outside, surrounding yourself in a swarm of bees can look overwhelming. But for people who want to help the planet, beautify their gardens, strengthen their income, and… Read More »Why Beekeeping Is an Awesome Hobby

What To Plant in an Aromatherapy Garden

Gardening, Mindfulness and wellness

Aromatherapy is loaded with benefits, and it starts in your own backyard. Here, we offer suggestions for what to plant in your aromatherapy garden. Share on facebook Share Share on pinterest Pin Share on twitter Tweet This post contains affiliate links that help bloggers like myself to earn a living without costing you a penny. Support your favorite bloggers by shopping their links. Aromatherapy is a perfect, natural way to… Read More »What To Plant in an Aromatherapy Garden

Simple Tips For Starting Seeds For Your Garden

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Share on facebook Share Share on pinterest Pin Share on twitter Tweet How many of you have started your seeds for your garden? I’m actually getting my seeds started this week and ordering my plants for spring delivery. So to help you get your garden growing, I have a few simple tips for starting your seeds indoors. This post contains affiliate links that help bloggers like myself to earn a… Read More »Simple Tips For Starting Seeds For Your Garden

Tips For Starting A New Vegetable Bed

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Share on facebook Share Share on pinterest Pin Share on twitter Tweet It’s time to start planning your spring gardens! Are you starting a fresh garden, moving to a new area, or looking to expand to a new area? We have some tips to help you plan your garden and get the most out of your space. This year we are plotting out three new fruit and veggie garden areas… Read More »Tips For Starting A New Vegetable Bed

Zinnia: The Star Of My Garden & Free Printable

This year, it seemed like every day, we had new pops of color in the garden. And the big surprise was falling in love with Zinnias. I was so excited to come out each morning to a new beautiful flower that lasted for weeks. Each flower had different stages of beauty. This summer, I decided that I’d start sharing some of the many characters in our garden with all of… Read More »Zinnia: The Star Of My Garden & Free Printable

Victory Gardens: Why You And Your Family Should Start One

In this worldwide crisis, many people are turning to gardening to relive stress and provide for their families. Victory Gardens are popping up in yards and people are coming together to share their produce and knowledge about growing. In this time of hardship, many people are feeling anxious, worried about the future of the food supply, and struggling with staying home. But we gardeners know that suddenly being asked to… Read More »Victory Gardens: Why You And Your Family Should Start One

DIY Seed Bombs

Spring is here and before you know it, Mother’s day will be upon us. Today we have a great DIY that you can do with the kids for Mom or make yourself to send to someone special. But don’t forget to make a few for yourself! Seed bombs are easy to make, they are fun great gifts, and you can make them ahead of time and store them for when… Read More »DIY Seed Bombs

Gardening is my best weapon against Lyme Disease

Share on facebook Share Share on pinterest Pin Share on twitter Tweet I love to garden, but it’s not for the reasons you might think. Gardening helps me to fight Lyme Disease, improves my mental health, and helps me to feel like I’m contributing to helping the planet and my community. Let’s be honest, I hate mornings, and I really struggle to get out of bed early. Sometimes it is physically… Read More »Gardening is my best weapon against Lyme Disease