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There is nothing a soothing as the sound of trickling water when you are sitting outdoors enjoying the peace and quiet of nature. Including garden water features like wall fountains into your landscaping plans does not require a great effort depending …Read More

You might not think it, but gardening can be an exciting adventure. No, it’s true. Really, it is. I can tell you the funniest stories about things that have happened to me in my garden. From creatures …Read More

It is easier and probably much less expensive to buy and plant roses that are common, but when you purchase a few rare roses, it adds immense value to any garden or to any occasion. It makes the experience more authentic. …Read More

There are a lot of things that you can learn about Nightcrawler Worms, other than being just your ordinary slimy worms. And just like red worms, they too can be used for composting, and more. Read on further to learn more …Read More

One day your prized agave is reaching for the sky and the next morning you discover it has drooping leaves and a center that has turned into mush. You may suspect overwatering, which can hasten the development of your plant, while …Read More

Nowadays, most grapes are grown from cuttings. If you grow these plants from cuttings, you will find it easier than getting started from grape seeds. You can start from dormant or green cuttings. Although dormant is the more commonly used than …Read More

In the elementary school I attended in Tempe, Arizona, I was taught about the Five C’s of Arizona. They are: Copper, Cattle, Cotton, Citrus and Climate. For this article, I will be focusing on the fourth C of this list. Arizona’s …Read More

Growing your own Japanese Maple from seed is a very rewarding experience. What could be better than to watch a seed sprout and become a little twig, then grow to be a beautiful tree? The secret to starting you own tree …Read More

While it may be hard to believe that a tree can be a member of the rose family, the Hawthorn tree is exactly that. Considered invaluable as a hedgerow, this tree also has many culinary and medicinal properties. Several varieties of the …Read More

An inexpensive and simple way to set up a hydroponic drip system is to use Dutch leach trays, which are also called rockwool grow trays. Dutch leach trays are especially useful if you have rooted cuttings in small rockwool cubes and are …Read More

The delicately flavored porcini mushroom can be grown using cardboard and inoculated sawdust. Known as the steak for the poor man the porcini mushroom is used in recipes for Italian dishes. These mushrooms are best when fresh making them a great choice …Read More

Gardenia plants are a notorious fickle and complicated plant to grow in your garden landscape. However the allure of such a beautiful shrub with its sublime fragrance, awe-inspiring blooms and rich green foliage is too much for many …Read More

Don’t despair if your ocotillo looks dead, especially if it is newly planted. First of all, newly transplanted ocotillos can take up to two years before they leaf out. This is not to say that some don’t leaf out right away. …Read More

Many individuals just getting started in home gardening may be asking, “Do plants grow better with sunlight or artificial light?” There is no easy way to answer this question; instead it is important for a person to consider the requirements of …Read More

When you make the decision to grow your own organic fruit and vegetables at home, one of the cheapest and easiest methods you can consider is to set up an aquaponics system. Choosing the right fish for the crops you intend …Read More

Usage of mushrooms is very common in the present days. There are hundreds of strains of this member of the fungus family that can add a variety of flavors and texture to hundreds of different recipes that any common kitchen can …Read More

How to grow grapevines is both a science and an art. The ability of the grapevine owner in fashioning a good layout design plays a major role in the vineyard’s overall appearance. Some vineyards make good background for wedding receptions or …Read More

The life expectancy of cut flowers is not long – as a matter of fact, the flowers are dead the moment they are cut. You can keep them preserved by hydrating them daily and some blooms may last up to two …Read More

Bird cherry, otherwise known as (Prunus padus), is a deciduous species and is native to the Britain and large parts of Europe. You will often find the tree growing in wet woodlands, streams and by river banks. It is closely related to …Read More

A deciduous tree is a type of tree that periodically shed their leaves. A forest that is composed of mainly deciduous trees will appear as if it is bare or naked during the cold, winter months. A deciduous tree usually grows …Read More