Kathy Shank Realtor

07/13/2023

Have you ever wondered about the best-ranked trees for a front yard?🤔 We either but the more you know! 🤷

The best trees for front yards add beauty, value, and natural benefits to a property. From paper birch to tulip tree, these are our top picks.

07/13/2023

Whether hiking a mountain or mowing your lawn, you don’t have to look far to find materials for a natural first aid kit. Medicinal plants are abundant throughout the country and have been used for centuries to treat wounds and common ailments.

Here are 10 plants to get you started, recommended by Byers and de la Montagne. 😉

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Medicinal plants are abundant throughout the country and have been used for centuries to treat wounds and common ailments.

07/12/2023

Sustainable farming uses a number of different practices and techniques.

Here are 16 sustainable farming practices explained by experts in the field. 😉

07/11/2023

“Can you reuse potting soil from year to year?” The short answer: mostly yes, but it depends on a few factors, including the health of your plants and the size of your pots.

Read on to know more about reusing your potting soil. 😉

As you stare down your fallow pots and container gardens, you may find yourself wondering, “Can you reuse potting soil from year to year?”

07/08/2023

Experts generally agree that there are 3 essential tools that all gardeners should have in order to properly water their garden.

Here’s what you need to know about picking the right ones for you, according to local experts. 😉

Experts generally agree that there are 3 watering tools all gardeners should have. Here’s what you need to know about picking the right ones for you

07/07/2023

First-time gardeners may be surprised by the array of gardening tools available. However, with a few good tips — and a solid list of must-haves — you can stock up on what you need for a successful gardening season.

Here are the tools you need to start, and tips for choosing the best ones, according to local experts. 😉

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07/04/2023

Planning to build raised bed for gardening? Then you came to the right place! 👍

Read on for ways on how to build your very own raised bed garden. 😉

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07/04/2023

If you are suddenly interested in gardening, here are six great books to get you started. 📚

Even experienced growers have some of these gardening library mainstays that they refer back to again and again. 😉

Gardening can be intimidating for beginners. Here are six great books to get you started -- even experienced growers can refer back to them again and again.

07/02/2023

When it comes to seedling containers, though, you can save some money on gardening supplies (and, in some cases, reduce the use of plastic in your garden) by making seedling pots and trays with items that you already have around your house.

Here are 6 upcycled materials you can use as seedling containers. 😉

You can save some money on gardening supplies by making seedling containers by upcycling materials that you already have around your house.

07/02/2023

Gardening gloves not only protect your hands from getting dirty, but they also prevent you from getting stuck by nasty thorns, cuts from other tools and any chemicals that you may be using in the garden.

Read on for tips in choosing the right gardening gloves that would work for your needs. 😉

You may experience choice paralysis when considering the wide variety of gardening gloves. Here's what you need to know to choose the best gardening gloves.

07/01/2023

When gardening is more than just a hobby, every tool and accessory needs to be just right. Thankfully, now you can find a wider range of products that blend function and style.

Looking for the best gift for a gardener who has everything? We have put together a list with the best gifts for the gardener who also loves contemporary design. 😉

Discover the best gifts for the gardener in your life in our complete list that includes everything from scissors to boots and aprons, etc.

07/01/2023

No matter your reasoning for looking beyond flowers, there are many substitutes for you to consider.

Here we look at the 24 best alternatives to flowers as gifts or for the garden. 😉

Are you looking for substitute for flowers when giving a gift or adding to your garden? Here are 20+ flower alternatives to consider...