Garden Smarter, Not Harder!
Lithops got its name from the ancient Greek word “lithos” which means stone, and “ops” meaning face. The stone like appearance of the plants are gives the lithops an interesting flare, unique only to this succulent plant. Not only do they look interesting, lithops have a peculiar … [Read more...]
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...]
People unable to keep plants alive think that they’re just not born with a green thumb. Maybe if you just check the soil in your garden, you might just acquire a thumb greener than foliage. Soil is the most overlooked factor in growing. Just like any organism, plants have environmental … [Read more...]
Plants may seem harmless as it sits quietly in the corner of your backyard but there are some greenery that contains cruel substances. Gardeners are surprised to find their favorite trees listed as deadly. This tabulation is a result of man’s many years of experimenting with plants, when finding … [Read more...]
Gardening is one human activity that uses up a lot of water. Water that’s easily released from a garden hose seem to be abundant but it poses some issues for the environment. Climate change and population growth is affecting the world’s water resources. Some not –so-difficult steps need … [Read more...]
Herbaceous perennials are ideal hardy plants to grow on borders. These plants sleep in the winter but they re-emerge healthy and bustling in the spring time. It may seem that these plants hardly need protection from the cold weather but like all things living in the garden, good conditions help … [Read more...]
You might have some experience raising root crops like carrots and beets so why not try your hand in raising parsnips this spring? If you love the sweet taste of parsnips you will surely benefit from having one in your own backyard. However, before you do start planting parsnip seeds in your garden … [Read more...]
Water is essential for all living things to grow and thrive. Humans, animals and plants rely on water all the time but it seems that humans are using up plenty of water reserves than they actually need. This is why water reservoirs have found it a bit difficult to supply the water needs of their … [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...]
Boulders are the easiest construction rock to work with. They’re as rustic as they come so it does not require to be smoothed. The more worn and stone age it looks, the better it fits the outdoors. They can be used as an accent in a garden, just letting it sit and collect moss in the middle of … [Read more...]
Roses are the considered crowning jewels in a garden, deservingly so. It’s been a symbol of beauty, a favorite subject in paintings and illustrations, and has a long cultural history amongst lovers. The attractive foliage has a scent that has captured the likes of chemists, perfumists, … [Read more...]
Gardeners don’t only get to be surrounded by the plants they love most, but they also get the bliss of landscaping and creating accessories. One wonderful addition to any garden is a mosaic-patterned object like outdoor furniture, a birdbath, a garden mural, and even a stepping stone. You can … [Read more...]
Spring is about to start and it’s the best time to germinate your tomato seeds. Start indoors with moistened soil, dropping seeds in shallow furrows. After a week, single leafed plants or cotyledons appear. Just like newborn babies, cotyledons have to be nourished with sunlight and gently … [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...]
