Flowers that attract butterflies
Butterflies are always a welcome attraction for any garden. Especially in spring, the sight of many butterflies flitting from flower to flower just conjures up visions of a reborn Garden…
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Garden watering basics
Watering may seem a simple thing, but it is far from being that simple. There are many factors involved in watering, such as the needs of the plant at that…
Houseplants that improve air quality
Can houseplants improve the air quality of your home? The answer is a resounding yes, according to research done by Kamal Meattle, a scientist and environmentalist in New Delhi, India,…
Herbs that are suitable for the greenhouse
Herbs are usually hardy, and able to tolerate many kinds of conditions outdoors as long as they are not too extreme, from winters to moderate droughts. But if you have…
Greenhouse Planning Tips
There are a number of things to consider before you go ahead with buying or building a greenhouse. These considerations can help you save time and energy when you plan…
Winter protection for shrubs and plants
Harsh winters often take their toll on many tender plants. Frost is the main killer, but constant exposure to sub-zero temperatures can also damage all but the hardiest of plants.…
Basic Fertilizer Nutrients – NPK
Fertilizers provide plants with the nutrients that they need, outside of what they cannot get from the environment around them. There are 3 major nutrients and 6 minor nutrients that…
Herb gardening soil considerations
Good soil is always beneficial for your herbs, regardless whether you plant them indoors or outdoors. The soil is the main thing contributing the health of your herbs, and in…
Terrace Garden Tips
Are you bored with the dull look of your terrace? Do you want to make your terrace your own private sanctuary after toiling all day in the office? Terrace gardening…
Growing Indoor Bonsai
Bonsai is an ancient East Asian art form, but has now grown to encompass a worldwide following. This is a true gardening art form, because in order to make bonsai…