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 [...]
Build a Rock Garden…it’s An Medium That Can Create Enjoyment for Years
Rock gardening is a great way for you to express your artistic side while using your gardening skills and an alternative medium as well. There are plenty of creative choices for the rock garden enthusiast. The Japanese Zen garden is my favorite but you can be just as happy building the most common form, [...]
Planting and Growing an Organic Vegetable Garden
If you don’t already have your own compost, check with your local municipality. Most give away leaf compost for free. Some even deliver by the truckload to your home! Leaf compost is very rich in organic matter; however, it still needs a few amendments. Lime added to your compost will balance the Ph [...]
Moss – Love’em or Kill’em – and Japanese Gardens
Moss is either loved or hated in the garden. People very often passionately rake it away. Why not to look at it as blessing to your garden? Its kinds are very difficult to recognize – you need proper book for that and magnifying glass. I don’t remember since when I love moss. I think [...]
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 [...]