Composting is an indispensable part of a sustainable lifestyle and a hot composter is even better. It makes waste management easier, it keeps your household’s carbon footprint low, and it improves soil in your garden. But what if there were a way to make composting even better? What if you Read more…
Growing your own shrubs and trees can be a fun, rewarding experience. But if you don’t care for them properly, they won’t last long. Here are my top 5 tips for keeping your shrubs and trees healthy: 1. Prune Pruning is an important part of the maintenance of shrubs and Read more…
Gardening is a great way to get some fresh air and sunshine and it’s also good for your mental health. You’ll get a sense of accomplishment as well as gaining strength, balance and coordination. In this blog post we’ll look at how gardening can improve your physical health, mental peace Read more…
Gardening tools can be some of the most expensive things you buy, especially if you’re new to gardening. But I’m here to tell you that a good set of tools will last for years, so it’s worth investing in quality ones. In this list, I’ll talk about the top 10 Read more…
Snowdrops are one of the first flowers to bloom in the spring. They’re also one of my favorite flowers, but I’m always worried about making sure they survive their first winter. Luckily, snowdrops are really easy to care for, and all it takes is a little planning and a commitment Read more…
Whether you’re just starting your first garden journal or are looking for some ideas now the spring is coming, here are six things you can do to get started. Plan a garden. Planning is the most important part of gardening. A good garden plan is worth its weight in gold Read more…
Gardening is often thought of as a relaxing hobby. But like anything else, gardening can be challenging if you don’t know how to do it right. Here are a few gardening tips for beginners to get you started on the path toward having an amazing garden: Staking is your friend. Read more…
If you live in a small flat with little natural light, you may think that it’s impossible to grow houseplants indoors. But don’t fret: There are plenty of plants that will thrive in the shade! Here are some of my favourites: Ferns, like Boston ferns and peacock ferns, thrive in Read more…
Introduction If you’re looking for a way to bring some colour and life into your home, an indoor garden is one of the best ideas. It can be as simple as growing a few herbs or vegetables in your kitchen, or it can be more ambitious like creating an entire Read more…
By cutting back any dead or fading flowers, or deadheading as it is known, will not only make the plants more attractive but will also encourage them to flower more. As July hits you will start to notice many of your bedding plants will begin to fade. The flowers will Read more…