Month: November 2021
Growing tomatoes is immensely rewarding, both in terms of personal taste and the benefits to the greenhouse garden. But juicy, succulent tomatoes don’t just happen – they must be grown. The rules of growing tomatoes are simple – if you
As carrot seeds take about 8-12 weeks to germinate, I half expect none to germinate in my neck of the woods. Growing carrots, like growing anything, is a learning process. Carrots start out their life as a dormouse, with bare
Landscape plants that are heat-beaters are difficult to find. Some are just too prim to withstand the really hot summers of late. What equation should we use in determining the best for the situation? Check your garden after an especially
First of all, let me give you the definition of a bonsai tree. Bonsai is the art of growing a tree in a miniature. A bonsai tree is basically a tree in a pot. The “bon” is Japanese for “pot”.
There is something immensely satisfying about putting one’s own, home grown plants in one’s landscape, such as patios, terraces, and gazebos. Not only does it give one a sense of achievement, it also provides a wonderful opportunity to recycle and
Beginning gardeners often acquaintance the concept of roots, yet few know that different types of roots can do interesting things. You will often see photographs of “splotched” or “abridged” orchids, taken directly from the center of the plant where the
While most bugs are beneficial to us in the garden, chinch bugs are not well known. They’re a black and green semi-round grid of bugs that cause chopped up foliage, leaf edges and new growth to turn brown and drop
There are many benefits to using LEDs to grow your plants indoors. In this article we will explore the advantages more clearly, while avoiding the possible pitfalls that can make using LEDs difficult or even impossible. Uses Before we go
It is still possible to enjoy your hobby even when air and water are scarce. Some hobbyists plant to ensure that they will still have fruits and vegetables even in depleted resources. Generally, for serious gardeners, growing plants that produce
Oh what a sight when you turn a corner and there in front of you is this absolutely beautiful yard. Almost makes you want to smile, then your get to your yard and then you become a little, um, depressed?
The days are getting longer, the seed catalogs are in the mailbox, the plants are greening up. It is time to focus on organizing for the new planting season. Take a LookBefore you even put a trowel to the ground,
Building raised garden beds has many benefits that homeowners love. They are easy to maintain, get good soil drainage and are generally a lot cheaper then mowing the lawn in the spring. They’re also nice to look at and add
If you love the taste of fresh herbs then you should consider growing an indoor herb garden. vapor herb plants are perfect indoor herb gardens for those who don’t have space outdoors for a garden. There is soo much you
Bonsai tree pruning is the basis of the bonsai art. The way we prune these trees to transform them into a small version and to make them remain miniature is the most essential step of the process. Shaping is another
What is the bonsai tree? The bonsai is a genetically small tree that originated in China and Japan. It is kept small by pruning of the roots and branches and pinching back new growth. The tree is then transferred to
Just as growing your own vegetables to cook with, there is nothing quite like growing your own herbs to use to flavor your cooking. If you are a cook who enjoys using herbs in your recipes, consider how much more
Orchids are different from most other houseplants, so watering less is usually a fairly simple matter. With the exception of some unusual orchids such as the Lycaste, there is a generally a two-part rule with orchids. They like a humid
Every summer in Sydney, Australia, countless lawns are damaged by lawn diseases caused by lawn insect pests, fungus, mosses, algae and granular rust. These are often fungal in origin and the damage can include the entire leaf of the plant
The majority of focal points in your garden will survive the winter but may sustain some damage or wear. While trees will generally survive a winter low-light, they will not likely survive a direct summer blast. performed right, annuals will
SpartanA Keeper, an electronic health monitoring device that is used to assist individuals in their quest to live healthy and active lives. The fitness plan that you can obtain from the Alive!Healthye app is a strong step towards living a
Deciding which type of bonsai to own is a crucial point in the successful cultivation of bonsai trees. Selecting the right bonsai tree is essential to maintain the growing tree form for a long time. A bonsai tree is a
Do you want help in making your own garden compost? Rich, dark compost gives your garden the perfect mix of nutrients. It will feed your vegetables and flowers without the use of any toxic chemicals. How do you make it?
There are a number of decisions the home gardener makes that determines how well plants grow and how well they look after being planted. One such area is soil preparation. Most plants will require a decent amount of moisture throughout
Therapeutic herbs is a term that covers a wide range of herbs, based on their ability to improve mood and affect. Although some of these herbs can be used forolia proven mood enhancers, for the most part they have been