gardening
How to prevent weeds from overtaking your lawn
Are you having problems with the invasion of weeds in your lawn? Did you know that there are tips on how you can prevent these weeds from reappearing? If you are having problems with weeds, then knowing how to prevent weeds from overtaking your lawn is important. Get to know how you can effectively do …
Flowers that will add beauty and colour to your garden
New gardeners can have so many questions running through their mind; how to take good care of their garden, how to make their garden look attractive round the year, which flowers don’t attract bees, and most importantly, which are the most beautiful flowers to plant. To help make sure your garden looks attractive always we …
Success with the Dimocarpus Longan Tree – 5 tips from a farmer
Also commonly known as the “longan tree,” the Dimocarpus longan is a tropical tree which is native to South Asia. It produces the eponymous fruit, which is well-known for its sweet and fragrant taste, as well as giving off an aromatic smell in the process. Considering that it produces some great products, it is not …
Winter resistant vegetables: What you can plant when the weather turns cold
Winter doesn’t seem like the most obvious time of year to plant vegetables and plants, however it is. If you’re smart and choose well you can kick things off, even when it’s near freezing. These winter vegetables can survive in the cold weather very well. However, if you think a frost is coming, it is …
Do you live in the UK’s gardening hotspot?
Do you live in the UK’s gardening hotspot? A new infographic from compost and growbag retailer Compost Direct has analysed the various components of successful gardening to establish where in the UK is best for green-fingered gardeners. Considering factors like rainfall, sunshine and soil type – the garden retailer has identified Sheffield as the UK …
Tips for the perfect green lawn
Garden makeover: Effortless tricks for instant results
Having a garden in your home is a blessing that not everyone is lucky enough to have. Whether you have a small garden or a medium-to-large-sized one, there is always something that can be done to improve the way it looks. A garden is like any other part of your home, and must be treated …
Growing with age: Gardening in senior communities
Don’t let age stop your residents from enjoying the beauties of a garden. Starting a garden in your assisted-living or senior centre brightens the entire community and provides many benefits to you and your residents. Why Invest in a Garden? A garden is not only a pretty sight, but in an assisted living environment, it …
How to reflect your own creativity in your garden
How would you describe your personality? Your personality colours everything in life, including creativity and how this transfers to your home and outdoor space. How can you create a garden that you enjoy and that matches your personality? The garden is an important space, irrespective of how big or small it is. It is the …