Growing trees in pots isn’t new; that’s pretty much what the fabled Hanging Gardens of Babylon were. In relatively more modern times, 17th century European greenhouses of the privileged sported miniature trees; there was even a word, orangeries, coined for...
Fences that mark off property can also add to the environment and beauty of a home; especially if they’re alive. The use of hedges – shrubs or trees – in place of wood or stone constructs adds to the beauty of a yard. A living fence can serve as a wind break, sound...
Suddenly it’s the middle of summer and we’re still very close to home. So, while you’re in – quarantining, recuperating, or simply being – may we suggest a project or three, to keep you feeling calm and productive as you maintain your little island of...
One thing that is overlooked by gardeners is when to harvest vegetables. Obviously, we should wait wait until the vegetable is ripe, but that means different things to different people. Take squash for example. When is squash ready to pick? A yellow squash is ripe...
SOURCE: Flickr It’s been an interesting learning experience, examining the viability of growing a basement garden. I hope you’ve enjoyed this journey with me and have been inspired as I’ve been. This Basement Garden series has gone through the whats...
What is it? Compost, affectionately referred to as “black gold” by gardeners, is another word for a material called Humus. (not Hummus—but you can make that too once you get your soil right…) Basically, it is a dark brown spongy material that can be produced through...
