tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72992494616520552092024-03-19T02:46:36.261-07:00D'Gardener - All About GardenGardening is the growing of plants such as flowers, shrubs and trees as a hobby or recreation. Some people also grow vegetables or fruit in their gardens. People do gardening outdoors in the soil in their backyard, or in pots or containers on their balcony or on their patio. Some people do gardening on a roof.Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-65546218200295518132020-09-14T00:17:00.003-07:002020-09-14T00:17:52.904-07:00The Psychology Behind GardeningI don’t know what it is about a garden that has always drawn humans to
them. But they’ve always been very popular, and an integral part of
peoples’ lifestyles. Most religions feature gardens as the settings for
some of the biggest events According to Christianity, humanity was started
in a garden and the son of God was resurrected in a garden. The Buddhist
build gardens to allow Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-21434102968853559462020-09-13T23:38:00.002-07:002020-09-13T23:38:16.141-07:00In Search of the Best Gardening ToolsDifferent kinds of gardens require different kinds of garden tools. Hardware stores mostly cater for a wide range of tools, but there are shops that specialize in the more expensive kind of garden tool that shouts quality. Wherever you decide to shop, here are a few pointers to advise you.
Do you have small garden or a large one? A small garden will not require the same large equipment Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-49939512908909134702019-09-12T00:14:00.004-07:002021-01-11T17:23:09.528-08:00Using Gardening to Get in Shape
While gardening is usually thought of as a productive way to grow beautiful plants and obtain tasty fruits and vegetables, few gardeners have ever considered the immense amounts of exercise one can get in the process of gardening. While you can get almost as much muscle (if not more) exercise as you do working out, it is very productive at the same time.
You may wonder how gardening couldBlogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-87241216655426680862019-09-12T00:10:00.001-07:002019-09-12T00:22:36.134-07:00Using Rain Barrels to Survive Droughts
If you’re a gardener that has an unlimited supply of water, consider yourself lucky. There are many of us who live in drought zones where the garden and lawn watering rules are very constrictive to the healthy growth of gardens and plants. Many people just give up when they find out how few gallons of water they are permitted to use, but some of us have just found ways to cope with less Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-40005581701003002912019-08-22T18:14:00.001-07:002019-09-12T00:22:15.160-07:00Using Vines to Decorate your Garden
A great way to decorate your garden is the use of vines. They are very low maintenance and look good on almost anything. If you’ve got a fence or separator that really stands out in the field of green that is your garden, then growing a vine over it can be a quick and aesthetically pleasing solution. However, there are many types of vines for different situations, whether you are trying to Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-10225231035918837132019-08-22T17:50:00.001-07:002019-09-12T00:21:50.374-07:00Using Xeriscaping to Save Time and Water
The Xeriscape Demonstration Garden at the headquarters of Denver Water in Denver, Colorado. (Wikipedia)
While having a full fledged garden is rewarding and enjoyable, lots of people simply don’t have the time that is required to maintain it. Whether you have too much going on at work or too many kids to take care of, you should never try to operate a garden if you don’t think you can handleBlogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-9988671063371675482019-08-22T03:28:00.002-07:002019-09-12T00:20:52.532-07:00Getting Started in Container Gardening
Sometimes, the urge to garden might be stomped out by other circumstances, such as living arrangements or space constrictions. If you live in an apartment, you can’t really operate a full garden, just because you don’t really have a yard! I think that one of the best solutions for this problem is to grow plants in containers. You can hang these, or just arrange them on your patio, window Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-45639737693640840112019-08-22T03:20:00.002-07:002019-08-22T03:20:48.389-07:007 Gardening by the Yard Tips
If you have a tiny yard and would like a simple but well-maintained garden, you only need two things - determination and know-how. Here are some tips on how to keep your garden by the yard looking spruced up and glamorous.
1. Deadheading
Keep your border free from wilted flowers and dried leaves. Deadheading or removing dead flower heads will encourage the plants to produce more Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-20213789076294251862019-08-21T04:04:00.002-07:002019-09-12T00:20:20.503-07:00Easy Tips on How to Care for Your Plants
Many people worry a lot when it comes to caring for their plants. When talking about house plants, there is no need to worry. There are just a few things you need to consider.
1. Watering
Overwatering kills most houseplants. Looks can be deceptive, so to see if your soil is dry enough to water, try the finger test. Insert your index finger up to the Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-49510753723295800302019-08-21T03:58:00.002-07:002020-09-14T01:21:23.379-07:00Dealing with Garden Pests
While tending to my own garden, I have found that one of the most frustrating things that can happen to a gardener is to walk outside to check on your plants. It’s just a routine walk to make sure that your garden is thriving, but you end up finding holes in all of your plants that looked fine only hours before. The explanations for some of these plant-destroying holes are garden pests. SomeBlogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-62282548905711340042019-08-19T01:21:00.002-07:002019-09-12T00:19:37.659-07:00Creating Microclimates to Facilitate Growth
Many gardeners live in areas where almost anything can grow effortlessly. Just plant the seeds and water it for a few weeks, and you’ve got a beautifully lush plant. But if you live in somewhere like Colorado, you’ll understand what its like to have a slim selection of plants that naturally grow. It can be quite a challenge to facilitate the growth of a large variety of plants, especially Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-50501316826142204722019-08-18T22:27:00.002-07:002019-09-12T00:19:22.447-07:00Creating a Raised Bed
If your current planting goals involve plants that require good water drainage, I am sure you know how frustrating it is to have a yard that just won’t cooperate. Some plants can handle the excess water that comes about from being in an area that doesn’t drain properly. In fact, it might just cause them to bloom more lushly. However, other plants don’t cope as well, and it will cause them toBlogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-28936691569356613912019-08-18T22:23:00.002-07:002019-08-18T22:23:33.537-07:00Container Gardening Tips for Newbies
Container gardens can create a natural sanctuary in a busy city street, along rooftops or on balconies. You can easily accentuate the welcoming look of a deck or patio with colourful pots of annuals, or fill your window boxes with beautiful shrub roses or any number of small perennials. Whether you arrange your pots in a group for a massed effect or highlight a smaller space with a single Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-34010648602017633082019-08-11T18:27:00.001-07:002019-08-11T18:27:17.159-07:00Choosing and Planting Perennials
If you’ve been growing a vegetable garden for a while, you might be feeling slightly disgruntled at how plain it is to look at. I too began my gardening career with a vegetable garden, but I decided that it wasn’t quite as pleasing to look at as I would have liked. I heard from a friend that the use of perennial flowers could be a great way to liven up my garden without adding any extra workBlogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-76557680280352622512019-08-11T18:17:00.002-07:002019-08-11T18:17:42.731-07:00Choosing a Garden that is Perfect for You
If you're thinking about starting a garden, the first thing you need to consider is what type of garden you will have. There are many different choices and often it can be hard to pick just one, but hopefully you can narrow it down. But by narrowing it down, you'll make the gardening experience easier on yourself and the plants. If all your plants are similar, then it shouldn't be very hard Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-30859374095828896562019-08-11T18:13:00.002-07:002019-08-11T18:13:42.609-07:00Vegetable Gardening Tips
With the costs of living rising all the time, it may be possible to save money and increase your family's health at the same time by growing vegetables in your backyard.
It's a good idea to choose your favourite vegetables to grow and plan beds for early, middle of the season and late varieties.
Most vegetables require at least 6 hours of sunlight per day, some need 8. Some quickBlogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-77829278708740703492019-08-11T18:08:00.002-07:002019-08-11T18:08:49.967-07:00Safe Pest Control Tips
Pest control must be done with utmost consideration to safety; safety in terms of the plants, animals and humans. This holds especially true for those with vegetable and organic gardens.
The main purpose of growing vegetables organically will be defeated if they become tainted with pest control chemicals.
Here are a few long-term maintenance tips to make pest control less Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-87564930542855095912019-08-11T18:04:00.002-07:002019-08-11T18:04:49.456-07:00Dealing with Rose Diseases
To make sure that your prized roses remain in the best of health, simply follow these tips.
1. Black Spots on Leaves
This disease is commonly known as black spot. Black spots appear as circular with fringed edges on leaves. They cause the leaves to yellow. Remove the infected foliage and pick up any fallen leaves around the rose. Artificial sprays may be used to prevent or treat this Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-77671641130508658482019-08-05T00:26:00.002-07:002019-08-11T18:31:05.564-07:00Gardening's Most Valuable Advice
Many people may not be aware that gardening can actually harm the environment. A large amount of carbon dioxide can be released through tilling the soil. This contributes to global warming. When you cultivating and compacting the soil, destroys good fungi. Fertilizers like nitrogen and manure often leach out of the soil and pollute the water you drink.
1. Global Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-2829358835493532792019-08-05T00:22:00.003-07:002020-09-14T01:15:18.739-07:00Modern Gardening Equipment
The types and quality of equipment you use to take care of your plants not only have an effect on your plants' health, but your own as well.
Defective tools could cause damage to your plants, but it is worse if they are so uncomfortable to use that they give you blisters or a bad back. To avoid this, look for the gardening equipment that will do the best job for your type of Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-11677989479171851562019-08-05T00:17:00.001-07:002019-08-11T18:30:36.882-07:003 Tips in Landscaping your Garden
Landscaping is usually a fairly big task, consuming much time and energy. But before you hire that professional, here are some tips that could save both time and money.
1. Spend some time thinking about exactly how you want the final design to be. You need to take account of the style and function of your landscape. Do you want to include an area for entertaining? A barbeque? Is there to Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-5012405284038626142019-08-05T00:10:00.001-07:002019-08-11T18:29:59.839-07:00Healthy Hands are the Gardener's Best Tools
Here are the major reasons why one should consider getting a pair of trusty gardening gloves :
Gloves protect your hands from blisters, thorns and cuts while doing rough work like digging or pruning in the garden. Investing in one or more pairs of quality gloves is a good decision.
Here are some tips on how to choose the pair that will suit you best:
Look for quality leather Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-18138612094811504332019-08-05T00:02:00.002-07:002019-08-11T18:29:34.907-07:00Hydroponics Gardening
Hydroponics was derived from the Greek word hydro, which means "water" and ponos, which means "labor or water-working". Hydroponics gardening involves growing plants with their roots in other nutrient solutions and without soil.
Hydroponics gardening is as simple as ordinary gardening. Both of them necessitate sufficient light, water, temperature, light, and humidity. But with Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-88110418573874367352019-08-04T23:58:00.002-07:002019-08-11T18:29:11.372-07:00Care of the Flower Garden
Knowing how to care for your flower garden can make a big difference in the look and over-all health of your plants. Here are some simple hints to make your garden bloom with health
1. The essentials must always be given major consideration.
Your flower garden must have an adequate supply of water, sunlight, and fertile soil. Any lack of these basic necessities will greatly affect the Blogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299249461652055209.post-24419762811958379312019-08-04T23:19:00.002-07:002019-09-12T00:19:07.723-07:00Benefits of Gardening for Kids
Apparently, we can see how nature is treated these days. It is a sad thing to know that people do not pay attention so much anymore to the environmental problems. What can we do about this? It's as simple as starting with the children. It is good to see the children's involvement with environment-friendly activities. One such nature-loving activity that children couldBlogger http://www.blogger.com/profile/11033104069397143531noreply@blogger.com0