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Gardening is perhaps one of the best hobbies that a more laborious nature lover can take up. The reason why I choose to call this hobby laborious is because it surely does involve a good deal of physical activity. This Read More …
The best advice that we can give beginning gardeners is to start small. Too many new gardeners underestimate the amount of work that can go into a large garden. By August when the weeds are overtaking their garden they become Read More …
Many people like the challenge of raising plants and flowers from seeds. While it can be easier to stop by the local gardening center and purchase plants that are already growing, many gardeners truly enjoy the prospect and challenge of Read More …
It is spring now, and for many people, that means getting out into the garden. I for one love getting into my garden and spending hour after hour preparing the soil and planting the seeds of my favorite vegetables, fruits Read More …
Gardening is the practice of growing and cultivating plants as part of horticulture. In gardens, ornamental plants are often grown for their flowers, foliage, or overall appearance; useful plants, such as root vegetables, leaf vegetables, fruits, and herbs, are grown Read More …
Composting your kitchen and garden waste is a great way to reduce the amount of waste you dispose of in your rubbish bin. By composting your waste you can generate a free source of rich compost to help improve your Read More …
Whether you garden on a balcony, patio, or courtyard, this article should answer your questions about the 10 basic elements fundamental to creating a successful small space garden. People choose balcony, patio, and courtyard gardening for many different reasons. Some Read More …
The thing to remember for the new gardener is to always start small! A small plant bed, about 25 or 30 feet square is perfect, is just enough room for about 30 plants. This will give you a chance to Read More …