Cut & Style

The term pruner is used to describe a class of garden tools as well as a specific tool within that class. It is crucial to choose a pruner based on the diameter and type of matter that is going to be cut, to avoid damaging it. One of the best brands of pruners available in [...]

Made by Nature

Organic fertilizers are fertilizer compounds that may contain one or more types of organic matter. The ingredients may consist of animal or plant matter but the best organic fertilizer usually contains a combination of the two. There are commercial brands of organic rich fertilizer available in the market or you may choose to create your [...]

Away with Weeds

A weeding blade is a thin metal blade that is designed to get weeds out of tight places. This type of blade is generally considered as a garden weeder. There are many implements of different names that can serve the purpose of a garden weeder. A gardening knife, pruning knife, a Hori-Hori knife from Japan, [...]

Indoor Plant Growing System for Beginners

An indoor garden kit will be ideal for beginners. It contains an assortment of culinary herb seeds. Included in the package are jiffy peat pellets. These are starting medium that is helpful for propagation and root development. Also included in the kit are a greenhouse dome and tray together with comprehensive instructions.
All these comprise [...]

A Place to Rest and Relax

Maintaining the right temperature is just one component of a successful greenhouse. There are other components and greenhouse ventilation is one of the more important ones. Without proper ventilation, plants can be exposed to problems. Plenty of fresh air helps in photosynthesis. Good ventilation also prevents infestations and encourages pollination.
With all these components [...]

What Kind of Garden Tools Do you Need?

Garden tools range from small hand tools to complicated power tools. What you need will depend on the type and size of garden that you maintain. A lot will depend on the soil condition. If you take care of some potted flowering plants and a small plot of vegetables, you can manage with the basic [...]

Make Liquid Organic Fertilizer at Home

Fertilizers can either be organic or inorganic. Organic fertilizers are of natural origin while inorganic fertilizers come from synthetic materials. Studies have shown that from 40 to 60% of all crops yield is attributable to commercial fertilizers. It is comforting to note that the percentage is improving in favor of organic fertilizers. More and more [...]

My Neighbor’s Garden

My neighbor, Mr. Lauren, a lovely old man, also has his own small patch of vegetable garden. He still tends it every day. He has a few beans, carrots, and some herbs. He was kind enough to lend me some garden tools on the day he saw us hauling our items into the garden. He [...]

Let Your Plants Take Care of Themselves

I look forward to watering plants in the morning. It is a good early morning feeling to see plants looking fresh and lively after being doused with lots of water. I think I tend to over water my plants; some have actually died because the roots could not absorb all the water that it was [...]

Setting Up a Greenhouse: An Overview

When setting up a greenhouse the first and foremost thing you would need to remember is that you are able to control the environment inside it. There is a long list, and you should consult an expert. You can seek advice from a friend who already has a greenhouse. Or you can go to [...]

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