One way of making your garden a more lively place is to get a few hens and let them roam free. This will no doubt add an element of chaos to your life as well as to your gardening, but it is so worth it. Just imagine getting some newly laid eggs to cook for […]
Now, that’s a strange thing to say. But I have actually found a way to turn lawnmowing into a pleasure instead of a pain in the butt you have to endure several times a week. Let me tell you how! Pimp Your Ride Regardless of whether your ride is an old diesel mower from the […]
If you love gardening as much as I do, you may have the perfect opportunity to create a business from it. And don’t get me wrong here, I don’t necessarily mean a multi-million dollar venture. But maybe you grow more veggies than you need for yourself? Or, if you keep chickens, you may have too […]
My memory isn’t what it used to be. Not that I am old by any relevant standard, but I keep forgetting things that I would remember when I was twenty. It can be small stuff like where did I put the leftover seeds or the pruning scissors or what I did to have such giant […]
While I love gardening and being outdoors, there is a finite period of time when it’s at its best. The rest of the year it’s nice but not as great. But here’s how you can garden even during the cold and dark months: move your garden indoors. It may sound silly, but there are those […]
If you’re anything like me, you’ll want to keep things in order. That way, you’ll always find the saw or other tools when you need them. No spending hours trying to find the missing spade or not finding the new seeds you know you bought last week. Throw Out The Broken Tools The first step […]
There are roughly eight billion people in the world today, and projections suggest that there may be another billion within the next two decades. As agriculture works to keep up with an exponentially growing demand, the soybean has come as a welcome staple food to help fight world hunger. There are three primary reasons that […]
Whether you are concerned about GMOs, looking for enhanced flavor and nutritional value in your fruits and veggies, or just like the idea of continuing a generations-long process, finding the right heirloom seed company is essential for gardening success. Here are six of the highest-rated heirloom seed companies on the web. Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds […]
When the average person thinks about plants or animals that are going extinct, they usually have in mind exotic species in far off countries. However, over the past few decades it seems that British wildflowers are disappearing at an increasing rate: including some varieties that were once common in urban gardens, as well as along […]
Whether you’re a gardening pro or you’re just getting started, it is wise to look for plants that are pest resistant and easy to grow in your area. Certain plants are highly susceptible to pests, which can make it difficult to keep them healthy. To make the gardening experience more enjoyable and fruitful, add these […]