Garden Smarter, Not Harder!
Surrounding our home with plants can help reduce free-radicals in the atmosphere. They act as natural air purifiers which eliminate the need for chemical sprays and machines that promise to improve air quality in the house. Pollution is not just about smog and CO2 emissions outside our homes. … [Read more...]
Gardens add value to your property and not just in terms of money but also in terms of beauty. Aside from planting decorative plants, you can also create your own vegetable garden for sustainable living. Unfortunately, having a garden means that your plants will be at the mercy of those pesky … [Read more...]
Flowers are quite beautiful to look at especially when they are in full bloom but come the time they start to fade and wither they lose all their glory. There are a lot of people who just can’t seem to get enough of their favourite flowers that is why they are looking for ways to preserve them for … [Read more...]
Having a backyard for dogs to run around in should be an absolute bliss as long as they don’t create havoc in the garden. Dogs can’t help themselves being naturally curious outdoor creatures. They’ll sniff and dig, trample on flower beds and just frolic about wherever they could and could … [Read more...]
Being in the center of colors and scents just makes you feel alive, especially if you tended the garden yourself. Gardeners love color in their yard, but not all plants can thrive well with other plants. Knowing what plants meld well even when planted in close distance could give your garden an … [Read more...]
Potted plants have been a time – tested favorite when it comes to decorating a home. A lot of people choose potted plants to add a whiff of greenery and texture into an otherwise plain room. While paintings and other furniture can give any room a nice touch of suave and elegance, plants are the … [Read more...]
By covering the ground with carpet vegetation, gardeners avert weed propagation. An established ground cover will stop the intrusion of stubborn perennial weeds. Moisture is retained in the soil as the plants hold water and protect the soil from the drying sun and wind. It acts as a natural … [Read more...]
A garden can still be a wonderland during winter. Cold weather gardening is just as interesting as grounds keeping in spring when one knows which plants will boost the colors in the yard. There are many low-maintenance adaptive plants that will bring color to your garden when you need it most. In … [Read more...]
Green thumbs need not work hard and attempt to conquer the impossible during the coldest season of the year. However, there’s some practical gardening that will not be as futile as trying to grow summer plants. Start with your indoor plants. If it’s still too cold to take the plants out, make … [Read more...]
Preparing your garden for winter is not an easy task - it takes a lot of time and effort in order to make sure that your plants will survive this harsh season. If you are passionate about gardening and you want to find out how to take care of your plants, here you will find 5 tips on how to prepare … [Read more...]
The Laburnum or Golden Chain Tree is a common sight in front gardens. It is unusual in that it has dangling chains of yellow flowers in early summer, so it can brighten up a dark corner. The tree is boring for 49 weeks of the year, so it is not suitable as a specimen tree. If you plant one then … [Read more...]
Amaryllis flowers are stunning and are a very common gift at Christmas, giving an exotic touch to any living room with their massive flowers. Most people end up throwing the plants away a few months after Christmas, thinking they will never flower again. They will, provided you can give them … [Read more...]
You will have seen banks of orange and yellow flowers at the side of the road and been struck by their beauty. Close up, the trumpet shaped flowers of nasturtiums are even more stunning. Even the dark green, veined leaves are attractive. Nasturtiums are annuals, but they set seed easily and will … [Read more...]
Drying flowers is an easy and fun way to extend the life of your favourite bouquet or preserve a floral memento of a special occasion. Dried flowers make sweet gifts for birthdays or Valentines Day and do not cost the earth. Next time you order flower online or collect fresh flowers from the … [Read more...]
Living walls in a domestic setting means climbers. In a commercial setting a hydroponic or soil container based system with built-in watering might make sense, but is way beyond the reach of the average gardener, so let’s stay real here. Climbers are a great way to cover unsightly walls or … [Read more...]
