Selecting Containers

Generally, plants can be grown in anything that will hold growing media and allow proper drainage. some of the more traditionally used containers include terra cotta (clay) pots, plastic pots, hanging baskets, wire baskets lined with sphagnum moss or fibrous liners, concrete planters, stainless steel planter boxes, whiskey barrels, 5-gallon buckets, tubs, and bushel baskets. [...]

Going Green – How To Compost

Have you ever noticed that the standard answer for anyone who wants to start living green is to replace all of your light bulbs? ”Oh, you want to help the environment, you better get all new light bulbs.” ”Light bulbs are the way to go.” ”Yes, I changed my light bulbs for the children.” ”Did you watch [...]

How to Build a Roof Garden

The concept of a roof garden is not a new one. In fact, it is centuries old!. If you live in an urban area, your dreams of having a garden may be difficult to achieve. Not so if you consider a roof garden! More and more communities are encouraging their residents to plant roof [...]

Purchasing a Green Home

If you are environmentally conscious or are simply looking for a long term way to save yourself a bit of money, you might want to look for an energy efficient home when hunting for your next house purchase.В  The reality is that there are a number of benefits to having an energy efficient home, [...]

Gardening: A Great Way to Reduce Stress

Everyone should adopt a stress-reducing hobby or activity, which they can engage in on a regular basis. Many people, for instance, opt to go to the gym or take yoga classes, while others prefer hill-walking or biking outdoors. Many others choose creative, artistic, or craft-focused stress busters, such as knitting, painting, or playing a [...]