Welcome to our blog’s advice on growing plants. Here you’ll find tips to green your thumb, whether you’re new to gardening or want to take your skills up a notch.
We dish practical guidance from planting to harvest. Learn how to start seeds, deal with pests safely, and reap abundant veggies and blooms.
Our farming experts break information down into simple steps. Follow their instructions to grow thriving container or raised bed gardens that fit your space.
Stop by regularly as we add new posts to help your garden thrive! We want to see you succeed at urban farming right at home.
You don’t have to abandon your herb and flower patch when the heat hits. There are more herbs and edibles than you realize which, with a little care and good selection, can deliver flavor, color, zest and zing to your meals and drinks all summer long, no matter how high the mercury rises. Topping the…
The oldest record of cauliflower dates back to the sixth century BCE. A member of the cabbage family, the word “cauliflower” comes from the Latin caulis, meaning “cabbage”, and floris, meaning “flower”. They are grown for their thick, undeveloped flowers and flower stalks, not for their leaves. Of all the brassicas, cauliflower is the most difficult…
Do you know the worst enemies of your plants and crops in your garden? It’s crucial to determine the locations or sources of pests for prompt intervention. Garden pests are a nuisance because they’re destructive when neglected. They can ruin the leaves and eat the flowers and fruits of your produce. There are many types…
On a hot summer’s day, a chilled slice of watermelon is right up there with an ice-cold glass of lemonade. Oh-so refreshing! Watermelons are mostly water, so munching your way through a few slices is a pleasant way to hydrate, but did you know that this sweet, succulent fruit is also soaked with nutrients, antioxidants…
1. CATS SCAT! Tired of finding feline calling cards in your garden? Here are four simple solutions. Make a repellent by combining two parts cayenne pepper, three parts dry mustard and five parts flour. Simply mix together and sprinkle. Cats don’t like tea leaves, so empty your used ones onto the garden soil. Try using a…
The pomegranate is among the oldest cultivated fruits, originating from Persia, Afghanistan and surrounding areas. The fruit is striking to look at hanging on the tree, but even more beautiful when you cut it open to reveal the fleshy jewel-like seeds inside. In fact, the name “pomegranate” translates to “seeded apple” and the fruit is…
A key ingredient in the famed French perfume channel No 5, Ylang Ylang is a warm-climate flowering tree. The bewitching scented oil we know as ylang ylang (pronounced ee-lang ee-lang) is derived from the very fragrant flowers of a tropical tree. The flowers have long, slender, streamer-like petals and smell like a cross between tropical…
Though some people think that spiders are cute little animals and can be proven a very good pet, not everyone likes to have them as house guests. Many people use pesticides to get rid of spiders but do not understand that these pesticides have a lot of adverse effects on the human body functions and…
Aloe vera is a small succulent with spiky grey-green leaves. It originated in northern Africa and has naturalised through much of Africa and around the Mediterranean. It’s very easy to grow as it readily produces “pups”, or small offsets. Just one plant can quickly lead to having many plants to share. Individual plants grow to…
If you haven’t heard about lavender, you might just be living under a rock. Lavender is well-known all around the globe for its beauty, fragrance, and medicinal properties. If you are looking for a plant to add to your summer garden, there is nothing better than lavenders. With their beauty and fragrance in your garden,…
The worst thing ever that could happen to a garden is its disheveled look due to unknown insect attacks. A number of flies, mosquitoes, bugs that keeps on attacking our garden. Though being a predator, ants give refuge to honeydew-producing insects like whiteflies, aphids etc. that can simply ruin your garden. To protect your garden…
Do you want to grow vegetables without the need for raised garden beds or planting rows? Well, we’ve got the solution for you. To save on space, why not grow them in pots? You’ll be having a bountiful harvest in no time as long as you know which ones to grow. To help you pick…
Mosaics are a creative way to bring color and style to your home. Only with a little creativity and material available are you able to highlight your garden. Here are these 31 creative DIY garden mosaic ideas and find your choices. Succulent Wall Planter Source Parrot-topped Teapot Totem Source Panel Rock Source Mosaic Garden Rocks…
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Most front yard guides are pure aspiration: here’s a new feature to add, a new bed to build, a new focal point to install. For a lot of homes, that’s the wrong starting point. The front yard that’s been the same since the house was built usually has something specific and fixable dragging it down,…
We are lucky enough to have a twin compost bin – one section breaks down while the other one piles up on an almost daily basis. Two or three times a year the ‘add’ pile gets so high it threatens to topple over, so we know it’s time to use or bag the stuff that’s ready….
Keep vines under control to get more grapes. Grapevines are rampant plants that need to be kept under control. Sitting under a pergola draped in vines, glass of sauvignon blanc in your hand, you could be forgiven for thinking that you’re living the dream – and the good news is that gardeners don’t need to…
If your edible or ornamental gardens have the right space, a nicely designed entry adds anticipation and dimension to them. As well as creating a warm and inviting welcome, a garden entrance can segment a space into garden rooms or highlight a focal point like a statue or piece of garden art. It can frame…
These 22 DIY backyard games turn any yard into the block’s go-to hangout for under an afternoon of work, as long as you respect the safety clearances around the ones that involve throwing something.
Even if your garden soil is good and balanced, there’s no doubting the growth-enhancing effects of fertilizers and the extra vitality they bring to flower and foliage plants, edible crops and lawn areas. Anyone wanting to get the best garden displays should have a selection of fertilizers ready to hand through summer. Indeed, away from…
Do your kids seem bored and restless during the summer? Outdoor play is crucial for their development, yet finding the right activities can be a challenge. That’s where DIY Backyard Ideas for Kids This Summer come in handy. Not only do these projects keep your children entertained, but they also offer numerous benefits. They help…
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