Easy how to build a bamboo tee-pee trellis in under five minutes!

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Jean Roman

Everything that slows us down and forces patience, everything that sets us back into the slow circles of nature, is a help. Gardening is an instrument of grace. – May Sarton

If you saw my video on vertical gardening, then you definitely want to watch this easy tutorial on how to build a TeePee trellis for your garden. With only two zip ties, and 4 to 6 bamboo poles, you can have a versatile trellis to grow tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, plants, or any other vining plant.

Be sure to watch my video here on trellising your tomatoes and vertical gardening to learn more friends.

Check out my tutorial below to see how quick and easy it is to build your own tee-pee trellis!

I certainly hope you are encouraged to garden. Even if you start with only two or three of these things, that’s a great start!

Be sure to check out my Blog Post on my Top 10 Favorite & Easy Vegetables to Grow for the Home Gardener!

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Jean

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Gardening 101~ Elevate Your Garden Game with Vertical Gardening: A Beginner’s Guide

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Jean Roman

“It is only the farmer who faithfully plants seeds in the Spring, who reaps a harvest in the Autumn. ” B. C. Forbes

You may have recently seen my last episode on Why Trellising Your Tomato Plants is a Must-Do and 5 Tips for Success which somewhat relates to today’s topic on vertical gardening. In today’s episode I will be elaborating on this topic and showing you the benefits of gardening vertically!

Vertical gardening is a gardening technique that simply involves growing plants vertically, taking advantage of unused vertical space while creating a stunning visual display. Not only does it allow you to maximize your garden space, but it also has numerous benefits, including easier maintenance, better air circulation, and less pest and disease problems. If you’re new to vertical gardening and don’t know where to start, don’t worry – this beginner’s guide has got you covered. I’ll take you through the basics, from choosing the right plants and materials to setting up your vertical garden and caring for your plants. Get ready to elevate your garden game and create a stunning, space-saving garden that’s sure to impress.

Check out my YouTube video below for the whole scoop on vertical gardening & how it will benefit you!

I certainly hope you are encouraged to garden. Even if you start with only two or three of these things, that’s a great start!

Be sure to check out my Blog Post on my Top 10 Favorite & Easy Vegetables to Grow for the Home Gardener!

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If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE, Follow, Share & leave me a comment! I love your feedback!

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Until next time friends, eat fresh, shop local, & have a happy day,
Jean

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Gardening 101~ How-to plant invasive herbs such as mint, oregano, & thyme so they don’t take over your garden!

Posted on May 16, 2023 by Jean Roman

“My passion for gardening may strike some as selfish, or merely an act of resignation in the face of overwhelming problems that beset the world. It is neither. I have found that each garden is just what Voltaire proposed in Candide: a microcosm of a just and beautiful society. ” Andrew Weil

Check out my easy YouTube video tutorial on how to properly plant invasive herbs such as mint, oregano, & thyme so they don’t overtake your gardens!

Supplies you’ll need:

Large planter
Ground cover or landscape fabric to line the inside of the planter
2 cups of pea gravel
Enough organic potting mix to fill the planter leaving about 2 inches of head space
1 perennial herb plant of your choice such as mint, oregano, thyme, rosemary, or sage.