How to grow Artemisia

Named after Artemis the Greek goddess (Compositae). A large genus, widely distributed over the world, of shrubs, sub-shrubs, herbaceous perennials, and annuals, grown mainly for their dainty, aromatic foliage which is very finely cut in some species. The genus shows […]

How to grow Armeria

This genus has retained the old Latin name for pink although it is not related 2 to the true pink, a species of dianthus (Plumbaginaceae). Perennials mainly for the rock garden though the taller kinds are sometimes used at the […]

How to grow cabbage plant

What to add to the soil for growing cabbage Cabbages are gross feeders and require adequate quantities of manure dug in well before planting. Firm ground is essential. Apply 85g (3oz) of superphosphate and 28g (1 oz) of sulfate of […]

Tips for Designing Your Outdoor Patio

Your outdoor space can be beneficial in plenty of ways. A lush garden of flowers and plants can bring relaxation and calmness to those who need it. It would also be nice if you consider a patio for your outdoor […]

Great Ideas For Using Timber In The Garden

Timber is a common product used when it comes to landscaping a garden or used as a structural and or artistic display. If you are planning on extensive gardening, then timber is a must-use product for stairs, raised garden beds, […]

How To Set Up A Composting Bin Or Pile

We are moving into a world where environmental sustainability is tough to achieve. Things get even worse when we exploit the soil for growing crops to feed the entire globe. Large scale production requirements due to the massive population have […]

Easy Plants to Grow in Your Apartment

Adjusting to a new life might be difficult and stressful: different rules, new responsibilities, finding new friends, and settling into an apartment. All of this might be overwhelming. It is hard to juggle all these things at once, especially organizing […]

4 Popular Pavers for Your Patio Upgrade

In a time when venturing outside your home is a rarity, you might have spent the past few months making the most of your home’s outdoor space. These last few months might have encouraged you to makeover your patio space […]

What is Soil and how to improve it?

What are the Soil types in your garden? Soils are not just deposited in their present position; they are largely the outcome of the deposits left by the plants and the animals they once supported and of the climate in […]