Living in a hot, dry climate comes with many benefits, but it isn’t necessarily an ideal condition for a gardener. However, if you love a natural lifestyle, you find ways to make it work. For lots of plants, temperatures higher than 85 degrees or so aren’t ideal, and can be incredibly stressful for them. Because of [...]
As the season changes, so do our gardens. When the last vegetables are harvested and the leaves are starting to turn, it’s time to consider closing down your garden for the year. Like your patio furniture and other summer elements, your garden will want a little TLC to have it ready for the spring. [...]
Whether the new season hits your area with a ton of gorgeous leaves on the ground or you don’t have a change of weather and palm trees keep on keeping on, it is very important that you take good care of your lawn. When your lawn looks good it enhances the appeal of your home, which [...]
Gardening is a great way to get more healthy, organic, home-grown vegetables on the table. But those of us who love gardening know that it’s so much more. There’s something spiritual about digging your hands into the dirt and connecting with the earth. That’s why we should all be aware of the environmental impact that our [...]
How green is your garden? No, I’m not talking about the shade of your foliage, I’m talking about your garden's impact on the environment. Living eco-friendly means making gardening choices that are safer and kinder to the environment. Most gardeners are drawn to the hobby because we love the outdoors, and we also love connecting with growing things. However, [...]
It’s almost time to say goodbye to the biting cold and blustery weather and welcome those longer days and brighter mornings with open arms. Spring is finally drawing closer and this can only mean one thing, it’s time to get out into your garden and prepare it for the exciting gardening-filled days ahead. Whilst it may [...]
The compost and garden supply firm, Compost Direct understands why you don’t want to read a lengthy article on how to make your garden eco-friendly. So, they present to you this brief yet enlightening infographic to help you go green in your garden. The infographic describes the benefits of composting, their dos and don’ts and other useful information. Have [...]
Recycling has taken the world by storm. While it has become a fashionable trend to recycle, the real-world benefits it offers are quite evident. Many of us have slowly changed habits and are more careful with how we use paper, plastics, and water. Others are even more careful with how they handle nonrenewable resources like gasoline. [...]
Public concern about genetically modified foods and the pesticides used on them continues to grow. Combined with the increase in the number of food allergies, consumers have becoming willing to pay more for organic produce. However, the increase in price for buying organic is more than many people are able to pay. Because people want to [...]
How many times have your friends come over and instead of sitting in your living room they head straight for your kitchen, pull up a chair and hang out there for the rest of their visit. That's not a surprise. For many of us, the kitchen is often one of our favorite and most-used rooms in [...]
