Bonsai trees are dwarf trees that can be a fun and creative hobby. These miniature trees are grown in containers and training and nurturing them is an artistic endeavour that can be enjoyed by most anyone.
One favorite type of bonsai is the Hawaiian Umbrella tree. This tree has thick leaves that form a lush canopy.… Read More
When growing a fruit tree, choosing the right place to plant it is very important. One thing that you have to consider is its proximity to a building, electric line, side walk, or any other thing that might disrupt its growing.
Once you have planted a fruit tree, the chances of unearthing it and changing its spot without killing it are very slim.… Read More
Almost everyone’s first tree experience has some embarrassing events – nobody can be an expert right away. We all make mistakes that sometimes haunt us for years afterwards. Some of us make worse mistakes than others, though. I think that if there was an award for being the most naïve person to ever attempt growing a tree, I would win.… Read More
Visiting a Japanese garden is a serene experience. It beckons its visitors to leave the world behind and enjoy the beauty and splendour of nature.
Bonsai are included in most Japanese gardens and enhance their uniqueness and beauty. In a Japanese garden you are encouraged to observe, listen and reflect. Visiting just one of these gardens is a treat for all of the senses.… Read More
Do I Need Annual or Perennial Plants?
The crocus delights us in early spring as it dares to peek through the snow and lift its face to the sun. Soon after follow tulips, narcissus, iris, lilacs… all perennials that welcome spring with vibrant color and fragrance.
Perennial plants bloom at different times during the growing season and delight you with variety in color and size from earliest spring to late autumn.… Read More