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Welcome to my DIY section. Here you'll find helpful tips and tricks to get the most out of your garden space throughout the seasons.

Drip Irrigation 101 for the Home Gardener

So you want to learn about drip irrigation? You've come to the right place. Find out everything you need to get started.

Stain and Seal Your Fountain

Intro If you have had your outdoor fountain, bird bath, or concrete piece for several years, it may need fresh stain and resealing. Over time and exposure to the elements, both stain and sealant may need to be reapplied. My primary purpose for restaining and sealing my fountain was exposure to extremely hard water. After four …

Turn Your Outdoor Fountain Into A Holiday Tree For Winter

Turn your fountain into a glorious holiday display with only a couple products.

ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Matthew and some of you may know me as the creator behind The Southerner's Northern Garden on YouTube. I grew up in Alabama at the foothills of the Appalachia where the woods were thick, the night sky sparkled, and the tea was sweet. I moved north to Southwest Ohio in 2016 to follow my dreams and started a garden along the way. I love all things that bloom. I guess you could say I'm wooed by the bloom if you want to be poetic. This is my journey. Come along, and remember to be a light. Together, let us bloom.