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Ideas for Customizable Metal Raised Garden BedsGardening is a healthy activity with fulfilling results. You can utilize the space in your garden effectively by planting productive plants in your garden beds and make your garden beautiful using the best ideas from Vego Garden. Vego Garden offers different types of raised garden...
The Best Raised Garden Bed Options For The BackyardEven if you do not have much time for gardening, you can still create a productive vegetable garden no matter what the size of your backyard is. As times change, many people have begun living in smaller houses where there is limited space for gardening....
Why Modular Garden Beds are the New Trend Raised garden beds and modular garden beds have become the new trend due to their flexibility and convenience for growing a garden. Modular raised garden beds are gardening beds raised above the ground that allow for customization. Using the best raised beds, you...
The Best Ways to Utilize Modular Garden Beds While a traditional garden space allows ample space to grow organic food, this option is not feasible for everyone due to limited land space. With modular garden beds, people with apartments or limited yard space can easily grow veggies, fruits, and flowers at...
What To Know Before Building A Raised Garden BedYou have decided to install a raised garden bed to grow some vegetables or flowers. Like any project, you need tospend some time researching the properties of raised garden beds. With careful analysis and planning, you can correctly set up a garden bed on your...
8 Excellent Reasons To Use Raised Beds In Your GardenRaised beds are considered a great option for people in any gardening situation, particularly if they have limited space.Raised bedsare more productive than beds on the ground because the soil is less compacted, has better drainage, and warms earlier in the spring, which means that...
Metal Raised Garden Beds Vs Wood Raised Garden Beds Raised garden bed kits are the preferred solution for many above ground gardens for various reasons. Raised garden beds offer protection from weeds and pests, provide better ergonomics, and can easily be filled with high quality organic soil to grow a wide variety of...
Raised Garden Bed Buying GuideIn the past few years, the popularity ofraised garden bedshas grown immensely due to their many benefits and styles, making them a favorite element in any garden. Once you have decided to purchase a raised garden bed, it's important to keep in mind several factors...
Natural Pest Repellents for your GardenIf you struggle with pests in your garden, consider turning to some natural pest repellent solutions. A well-known usage of companion planting is using specific plants to either kill pests directly or deter them from the companion crops. Pesticides and other chemical pest control methods...
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When to Start Seeds for Vegetable GardenSince spring is approaching, you might be considering what kinds of plants to grow in your vegetable garden, and whether to start from seeds or transplants. There are several reasons why gardeners choose to start their plants from seeds rather than transplants. Although starting from...
Unique Garden Themes you Have to TryWhether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, your garden should be a place of comfort and respite from the hectic modern world. Although the glossy photos in home and garden magazines may seem unattainable and prohibitively expensive to the average gardener, that is not...
Growing Lilacs for a Fragrant Spring GardenRenowned as spring’s most fragrant flowers, lilacs are easy to maintain once they become established. Though those lovely flowers may be fleeting, their aromatic scents are indelible. Arranged in branching clusters called panicles, lilac bushes are the quintessential flowers for spring, their bursts of soft...
Are Raised Garden Beds Worth the Investment?Gardeners are increasingly embracing raised bed gardens, and for good reason. Opting for raised beds instead of an in-ground garden can enhance overall yield and productivity, not to mention beautifying the garden set up as well. The Pros Let’s...
Garden-Themed Gift Baskets for Mother's DayIf you do an online search for “Mother’s Day” images, you’ll see that nearly all the results include flowers. It makes sense: Flower bouquets are practically synonymous with Mother’s Day. But what if your mom (or other mothers in your life) gets just as excited...
Pros and Cons of Raised Bed Vegetable Gardening Raised garden beds have gained popularity in recent years, especially for those growing vegetables. Introducing an innovative way to make gardening easier, they offer many benefits for gardeners at all skill levels. In the simplest terms, a raised garden bed is a container...
Spend Mother’s Day in Your GardenMother’s Day has arrived! It’s time to celebrate, more than usual, the hard work and impact of mothers around the world. Mothers have always been a symbol of comfort, love, and dedication. A good mom can truly make all the difference in a child’s life....
How Deep Should Raised Garden Beds Be?When deciding on a raised garden bed, one of the major factors is the depth requirements of the raised garden bed. If you’re placing your raised bed on a patio or a terrain where the soil underneath is not conducive to growth, then it is...
Add Some Garden Fun to your Easter Holiday Easter is a festive day full of feasting and joy. Following the end of winter and the advent of spring, it is a day of new beginnings and renewals. Whether celebrated religiously or commercially, people around the world celebrate by eating good food and...
Garden Beds: The Perfect Green Gift for Nature LoversThe holidays are coming up, and you might be wondering what to purchase for the gardener in the house. It can be difficult selecting an impactful gift when gardeners already own many of the tools that are recommended in gift lists. As gardening has evolved...
8 Natural Ways to Keep Animals Out of the GardenIt is the ire of every gardener to come across unwelcome visitors treading on their home turf. If you constantly stumble across nibbled, damaged or overturned plants, then it is time to figure out ways to keep animals out of the yard. When pursuing a...
Everything You Need to Know About Raised Garden Beds Recently, modular garden beds have experienced a huge increase in popularity due to several features that make them attractive to gardeners of all skill levels. Raised garden beds provide many benefits such as control over soil quality, abundant harvests in a limited space, and...
Growing Berries in March: Tips for a "Berryful" Garden“It’s the berries” was widely used by American youth in the 1920s to describe something very wonderful or pleasant. Though the slang term has long fallen out of fashion, it’s undeniable that the taste of berries is highly enjoyable. From the exquisite red of raspberries...
Ready, Set, Plant: Tips for Planning a Summer Herb GardenYou could argue that herb gardens are good for body, mind, and spirit. Growing your own herbs is tremendously fulfilling; the fragrant herbs you produce can take your cooking to new levels, and many fresh herbs are a great source of antioxidants, which can boost...
Picture-Perfect Moments in Your Garden: 5 Tips for Stunning PhotographyAre you one of those gardeners who likes to take photos of your plants as they grow and bloom? You can catalog your garden’s walk through the seasons through photography that allows you to keep moments of nature’s splendor frozen in time forever. If you’ve...
Gift Ideas for GardenersThe holidays are coming up, and you might be wondering what gifts to purchase. Whenever you receive presents, there are always some that are lackluster or unappealing. Finding items within your budget that is also suited for the gift recipient can be bothersome. If you...
Wonderful Windowsill Gardens: Small Pots, Low Maintenance, Big ResultsIf you love flowers but you live in an apartment, or if you haven’t got much available yard space, or if you’ve just got a bit of a brown thumb, a windowsill garden might be the perfect way to add some greenery and style to...
All About Vego Garden's Special Shapes CollectionAfter frequent feedback from our customers hoping to build U-shaped and L-shaped raised garden beds, Vego Garden is proud to introduce a special collection featuring these shapes to allow you to expand your creative projects to new horizons. Our design team has been hard at...
Let's Get Growing: Essential Gardening Tips for First-Time GardenersEmbarking on the journey of gardening can be both excitingand overwhelming for beginners.Whether you have a greenthumb or not, nurturing a garden requires patience, knowledge,and a willingness to learn. To help newcomers navigate the joysof gardening, here are five important tips to consider. Start small,...
Time Saving Tips for Vegetable GardenersIn today’s hectic world, it can be difficult to find time to pursue your hobbies. Many gardeners find it tiring to have to repeatedly weed and water their garden, especially after a long, exhausting day at work. Traditional gardening, which conjures up images of back-breaking...
12 Gardening Resolutions to Stick To in 2023Gardening resolutions, like those for many other New Year's resolutions, are a lot easier to make than they are to stick with. After all, what's more fun than dreaming about the great garden you're going to have this year? But unless you follow through with...
10 Ways to Save Money GardeningWith the rising cost of groceries, many gardeners are seeking cheaper alternatives by choosing to grow their own food. According to the National Gardening Association,an average backyard garden can save up to $500 on groceries. In recent years, the farm-to-table movement has grown in popularity,...
The 5 Most Confusing Questions for New Gardeners, AnsweredPerhaps you dreamed of having a lush, beautiful flower garden in your new home. There were many visions of planting seeds, and watching your brand new garden thrive with bountiful harvests. If you are a newbie gardener, gardening can be an exciting and rewarding journey,...
Easy Gardening DIY Art and Craft Ideas for AutumnFall, with its festive woodland charm, cheerful ornamental gourds, and chill weather, inspires DIY gardening projects. As your garden activity winds down, it is a good idea to repurpose plants and flowers into creative crafts that will last a long time. Below is a list...
Popular Herbs with Medicinal PropertiesMany herbs have well-known medicinal properties. If you are considering a themed garden but don’t know where to start, consider growing an herb garden, or an apothecary garden. Dating back to Medieval Times, apothecary gardens have been frequently used by monastic orders to treat common...
Growing Your Food This SeasonIn Slavic mythology, the leshy was considered the tutelary god of the forests. A hunter demon-deity with the power of shapeshifting, the leshy was a capricious and malevolent entity that roamed the desolate backwoods of Russia. Most active in the summer months, he would play...
Best Crops to Grow with KidsGardening may seem like a time-consuming and daunting activity for kids, but it can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience if you start with easy to grow plants. It does not require a large plot of land – many plants can be grown in raised...
December in the Gulf SouthThe old saying states that down here in the south the weather is always Christmas or summer. While I understand what the phrase means, I think it does a bit of a dis-service to December in the Gulf South. While we are very likely to...
10 Herbs to Grow During the FallAs the garden activity winds down, many gardeners forgo planting and to turn to simpler gardening tasks as they prepare their garden for winter. However, fall can be a great time to grow herbs, especially if you are a beginner. As well as adding flavor...
Unique Varieties of Roses to GrowIn the Victorina language of flowers, flowers were used to communicate hidden meanings. While this elaborate tradition has fizzled out, the practice of giving roses still maintains a hold on popular culture. Roses in particular have become common motifs in gothic fiction. Though the color...
At Home in the Range: The Importance of Balanced Soil pHIn the garden as in life — and fairy tales about porridge-eating children — balance is everything. To keep plants healthy and growing, you have to provide not too much of this and not too little of that.Things have to be (mostly) just right, right...
A Guide to Seasonal Fruits and VegetablesAlthough history aficionados often find themselves longing for the simpler days of the past when America was still filled with unbounded land and idyllic pastures, they probably would not enjoy the burden of foraging or growing their own food, which can be challenging and grueling....
Winter Flowers to Grow in TexasAlthough those in northern climates are beset by freezing temperatures, gardeners in Texas, the headquarters of Vego Garden, have the fortune of experiencing mild winters. Those living in zones 7 – 9, an area that encompasses the Southern United States, will find that there is...
All About MintLet’s discuss a few benefits of growing mint, some tips on how to grow it, how to harvest it, and some culinary uses for your harvest. All About Mint Mint isfast and easy to grow. Mint is a tough and resilient plant that is relatively...
Techniques for Improving Soil QualityHealthy soil is important for a successful vegetable garden with disease resistant plants and a fruitful yield. Oftentimes the native soil in your yard is not suitable for growing plants, as it may have poor drainage or subpar composition. It may also contain heavy metals...
Best Plants to Grow for Smoothie LoversAs the weather warms up, many gardeners look forward to spending more time outdoors. Smoothies have become a popular springtime and summertime treat among health-conscious individuals, whether as a refreshing snack or as part of a meal. They are an easy way to regularly incorporate...
A Quest to Grow OkraAs a child, I hated everything about okra. The taste and texture were just not for me. I hated how gooey and sticky it was, and to me, that did not seem like what a vegetable should be. Once I grew up and began to...
Soil Health and How to Achieve ItHealthy soil isn't just vital for robust crop growth - it plays a role in human health, plant well-being, and the broader ecosystem. In this blog, we'll delve into the concept of soil health, examine essential practices to maintain soil quality, and discuss simple ways...
Long-Lasting Flowers for Your YardIn the Victorian era, society placed a collective weight on the symbolism of flowers. To be ageless has been one of mankind’s greatest strivings – a sentiment echoed in Oscar Wilde’s Dorian Gray. In an exchange between the titular character and Lord Henry, a degenerate...
Dealing with Fruit Drop in Fruit TreesIt can be disheartening to step outside to admire your fruit trees, only to find that some fruit have fallen to the ground. However, fruit drop in fruit trees is a natural occurrence and shouldn’t be cause for alarm – anytime you have visited an...
Seed Starting with Texas Eco FarmsThank you to Farmer Jim at Texas Eco Farms for his expertise used in this article Starting your own seeds has several advantages over using transplants. Although starting from transplants may be more convenient, starting from seeds provides more control, lower cost, and greater...
Plight of the MonarchsBy William Scheick, Contributing Editor For some people, a controversy seemed to start with an e-mail message from a plant nursery located near Austin. The message began with “It’s butterfly migration season! … KILL YOUR MILKWEED NOW!” The exclamation points and the capital letters implied...
Six Simple Steps to SustainabilityIf you’re new to the world of sustainable living, you’re not alone. We’re living through a revival of “the old ways”- of homegrown tomatoes, of seasonal produce, and of living a more simple and sustainable lifestyle. How do we live today so that both our...
