A Herb Garden is a Must Have! Herbs have practical value, serve a purpose and with herb gardening you can actually use your plants. When most people think of herb gardening they automatically think of cooking, but herbs are also grown for their pleasant aroma and their beauty. It is becoming more and more popular every day, and for a good reason.… Read More
Gardening
The Many Types of Cherry Trees There are hundreds of different varieties of cherry. The word Cherry is derived from the name of an ancient city in Turkey. It describes both the tree and the fruit it produces.
A cherry fruit is classified as a “drupe”. In the center it has a single hard core that holds the seed.… Read More
Training Branches To Go Where You Want To
Altering the structure of the tree is known as “Tree Training” and has not been around for very long. Through tying down branches or propping them up from the ground, one can direct the growth of a tree to take whatever shape you want.… Read More
Is There Any Advantage in Germinating Seeds Hydroponically? Hydroponically germinating seeds has several advantages over using soil to do the same job. This is the best way to avoid many common diseases because the hydroponic medium is clean. Soil may contain insects or fungus that can harm vulnerable seedlings.
Using a good hydroponic growing system is also a good way to avoid root rot.… Read More
Indoor Plants for Low-Light Areas Low-light plants are usually defined as those that can survive in 25 to 75 foot candles – that is, a spot that is 4 to 5 metres from a bright window, just enough light to read by comfortably but where artificial lighting switched on by day would give a brightening effect.… Read More
