I’ve mentioned it a few times here on the blog already, but last summer we had water restrictions here in Salt Lake City thanks to the drought. This summer is looking equally as dismal, in regards to water use. Our county already has restrictions in place and we’re only allowed to water our lawn, garden, or florals (basically any outdoor plants) for 20 minutes once per week. Given our hot & dry climate, it had me rethinking our outdoor planters, garden, and landscaping this year. In an effort to keep things looking nice, well manicured, and seasonally appropriate for spring & summer- I decided to mix in some faux outdoor plants this year… a first for me. Whether you’re trying to conserve water or you’re just looking for something that will look great all season long with zero maintenance, this post is for you. Click through for a big roundup of my favorite faux outdoor plants, along with my tips for making them look more convincing. Continue Reading
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Hello, hello! I’m so happy to be back on the blog today! I missed chatting with everyone, and feel like we have so much to catch up on. How was your Thanksgiving? We had a surprise visitor, my father-in-law,…
I have been in SUCH a gardening mood lately. Since we’ve been stuck at home, the only place I want to be is outside… in our yard, working on the patio, in our new little garden (more on that…
Friends… I’m a LIVE plant type of person, but ever since moving into our new home, I’m struggling to keep anything alive (even low light plants, argh). Part of me is tired of wasting money on plants that survive a…
Let me preface this by saying, I’m a LIVE plant type of person. I prefer real plants to artificial, BUT (you knew there was a ‘but’ coming)… lately I’m struggling. Spring is just around the bend and I’m craving plants…