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Latin Name Spinach Oleracea. History: Unlike many plants, spinach does not come from the Mediterranean area of the world. This is because spinach does not grow well in the heat. Spinach is first mentioned in around 230A.D. and comes from Persia. Health benefits: Well, first off, it’s …Read More

In the UK we are extremely lucky to be surrounded by so much greenery, especially trees and having a tree at home is common as they work as a main feature of a garden or even hidden away in the corner …Read More

Plastic or clay pots for the plants? One of the biggest considerations when trying to grow plants is to decide the type of pots that would be used to house them. Two kinds of housing have been popular, namely the unglazed clay …Read More

Flyers are the perfect marketing tool for all businesses. They provide enough space, while also giving you the opportunity to connect with your prospects on a personal level. Connecting on this personal level is what allows you to form relationships, as …Read More

OK, so are you over the shock now??? In the not so distant past, we didn’t have the luxury of having a small room in the house where we could flush away our number ones and twos. But did you ever …Read More

Unwanted and nasty weeds can be a nuisance in any garden if they get out of hands. Most of the people use chemicals and other toxic substances to control weeds in their garden. However, there are many other home remedies that …Read More

Everyone knows that grass is green, but did you know that your lawn can change its color slightly throughout the year? The color of grass depends on the environmental conditions – how much sun and rain it gets and what the …Read More

You could really be good at throwing darts. You could have fantastic scores. It really wouldn’t matter though if your darts keep bouncing off the dartboard, if they won’t stick. After all, if they won’t stick, what’s the use, right? Sharpening or …Read More

If you love birds and care about their welfare as much as I do, I think you’ll find this article very useful and informative. I’ve always been attracted to the idea of birdhouses. They add such a charming element to your garden …Read More

The mild winters common to Mediterranean climates means that pruning woody plants in general, and roses in particular, ought to be carried out differently than in cold, temperate climates. This includes both when and how to prune roses bushes. The reasons for …Read More

Scaffolding towers are a relatively new to the market and they seem to be becoming rather popular. The traditional method of constructing scaffolding was complicated and required a person (or team of people depending upon the scale of the project) that was …Read More

I am sure that everyone has used a Phillips or flathead screwdriver at some point. They are very handy tools and are essential for taking apart various things around the house. What you might not be aware of is that there are …Read More

New studies are slowly shedding light on the important role that genes and environment play in bee behaviour. It has long been known that the queen has two X chromosomes and retains the male sperm after mating. She fertilises eggs only …Read More

There are many names which the Japanese knotweed can be known as; Reynoutria japonica, Fallopia japonica and Polygonum cuspidatum are the scientific names for the Japanese knotweed. Reynoutria japonica is the oldest name given in 1777 by Houttuyn, a renowned Dutch …Read More

With pollution, threat of global warming and the newfound green kick, people are looking into ways of keeping our planet sound. One good way to do this is soil conservation. Soil conservation is the prevention of soil eroding from the earth’s surface, …Read More

These tips cover five household remedies for the control of orchid pests. The best possible “natural” remedy is prevention rather than cure. The optimum way to deal with pest problems is to avoid them entirely or catch them early by regular inspection …Read More

You can find Plumeria trees growing all over the world, mainly for their delightful fragrance. Yet, growers are also attracted to the carefree growing habits of this tree as well as the many different colors available. Plumeria trees are categorized as deciduous, …Read More

Field maple, also known as (Acer campestre), is a deciduous and is tree native to Britain and surrounds wide areas of Europe. It is a broadleaf tree and is the only maple native to the UK. It can be found growing in …Read More

Insects and their relatives cause most of the problems for orchid growers. Some of them can even transmit diseases from one plant to another. This article will discuss five of the most common orchid pests. Aphids Aphids are sucking insects that …Read More

Bermuda grass is one of the most popular grasses in the U.S. It has used extensively on golf courses, lawns, large landscapes, playgrounds, recreational parks, sports venues, etc. Originating in the country of Africa where it populated the open areas of …Read More