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Heirloom Tomato

July 6, 2021November 5, 2019 by Norman

How to Grow Heirloom Tomato

Heirloom Tomatoes-heirloom-tomatoes — *Heirloom Tomatoes*

In the world of gardening, there are so many names that we come across and in some cases, we wonder about them and why they are called what they are called in this case it’s the heirloom tomato. What are heirloom tomatoes and why are they given that name?

Heirloom tomatoes are classified as tomatoes that are produced from seeds that are at least 50 years old, with great flavors that come in various shapes and colors. These non-hybrids which are open-pollinated are less disease resistant and have a shorter shelf life.

The heirloom tomato is a real treat that will give that added flavor besides the health benefits you will be getting so if you’re interested in growing heirloom tomatoes then stick around as we show you step by step how to grow, care for and harvest heirloom tomatoes.

Companion Planting With Flowers

August 6, 2022October 30, 2019 by Norman

Flowering Plants that Help each Other

Spring Flowers-campanion-with-flowers — *Spring Flowers*

The use of flowering plants in our gardens and landscapes can give that WOW, it’s so amazing how plants that produce flowers give not only a colorful tropical look but an appearance of a garden oasis that is so peaceful and inviting.

I remembered a few years ago working on a garden project which really needed lots of colors, this area was a high-traffic area. The contractors who did the job installed lots of plants where only a few gave colors but the majority of those plants did not produce flowers.

Growing Garlic next to other Plants

February 18, 2021October 25, 2019 by Norman

Garlic the Good the Bad and the Ulgy

Garlic Field-growing-garlic-next-to-other-plants — *Garlic Field*

With all of the good that is said about the garlic herb, it is hard to believe that there is an ugly side, garlic has so many benefits and has been used from ancient times to bring healing and to flavor many food dishes. I love cooking with garlic, the aroma and taste are so pleasing.

This ancient herb is native to Northeastern Iran and Central Asia can be found in just about any kitchen whether cooking in the privacy of our homes or being used to give that BANG in restaurants around the country we can be assured that the garlic herb will excite your taste bud with its amazing flavors.

How To Get Rid Of Ants In The Garden

August 20, 2021October 22, 2019 by Norman

Natural ways to get rid of ants in the garden

Ants-how -to-get-rid-of-ants-in-the-garden — *Ants*

Ants are busy little insects that seem to be always involved in some sort of activity whether it’s looking for food, building a nest, or doing some other form of work we can be assured that these tiny insects are on the go continually. There are many species of ants that can be found in our homes and the home garden.

The presence of ants shows they are doing their part in bringing balance to our ecosystem, even if that means invading our gardens and landscapes. The downside to their presence is the awful sting they deliver, while some ants will not bite the fire ants are different and are known for their painful sting.

Growing Self Seeding Vegetables

January 21, 2021October 19, 2019 by Norman

You won’t need to seed again!

Garlic-growing-self-seeding-vegetables — *Garlic*

Gardening is pretty rewarding especially after all the hard work we put in, we deserve to reap a good harvest and a pat on the back for a job well done but the challenge that many home gardeners face is going back to working the soil and reseeding. Won’t it be great to have a garden where the work is done for you after you have done most of the work?

I don’t mean hiring someone to do the job for you which can be pretty costly but rather sowing seeds that will produce a harvest for you year after year, This is the type of garden to invest in as you spend less time working the soil and more time reaping.

Gardening for Butterflies,Bees and Birds

January 20, 2021October 16, 2019 by Norman

Let’s talk about the birds, the bees, and the butterflies

Monarch Butterflies-gardening-for-butterflies-birds-and-bees — *Monarch Butterflies*

Wildlife gardening has become so popular among home gardens because of the many benefits these garden types bring, Constructing a wildlife garden does not only beautify but helps in bringing balance to our ecosystem.

What I love about wildlife gardening is the amount of activity which can be found within these gardens, how good it is to take a walk in your garden and to see birds resting, taking a drink or grabbing a meal, or what about butterflies flying so gracefully from plant to plant with their wings in such beautiful display of colors.

Care For Roses In The Fall

January 28, 2021October 14, 2019 by Norman

Preparing Your Rose Bush for Next Season

Roses-care-for-roses-in-the-fall — *Roses*

In my opinion, roses are the queen of flowers, these garden beauties are very elegant and will bring that touch of class to a garden and landscape design. Roses are popular and are grown in many home gardens or purchased in floral arrangements to brighten up that special someone’s day but as the winter months approach, it brings with it not only the change in temperature but also moist conditions which can have an adverse effect on your rose bush.

Roses that are grown in the home garden, however, must be groomed during the fall months so when the following season arrives your rose bushes will perform at their best bursting with healthy flower bloom which will make you proud.

Care Of Daylilies Plants

January 28, 2021October 14, 2019 by Norman

Daylilies Planting Tips and Care

Yellow and Red Daylily-care-of-the-daylilies-plants — *Yellow and Red Daylily*

From Central Europe and the Orient, the daylilies have made a name for themselves by making an impact on many garden and landscape designs, there are believed to be more than 2500 hybrids to choose from so from these numbers there is no shortage which can give that WOW. Daylilies bloom in late spring and summer depending on your zone.

The daylilies look great planted in masses, the ideal time to plant daylilies is in early spring and the fall months. The daylilies will brighten up your world creating a pleasing effect that is so inviting, these flowering plants are so amazing and is enjoyed by many in the home garden. Let’s take a closer look at the daylily and how they can fit into your garden and landscapes.

Problems With Container plants

January 28, 2021October 8, 2019 by Norman

Solving Container Grown Plant Problems

Container Plants-problems-with-container-plants — *Container Plants*

Growing Plants with the help of containers is not new but has been around for some time, this method is known as container gardening and does have its advantages but like any other garden types, there are challenges that must be addressed to have success.

I have spent many years in the landscape and gardening field and one of those areas where I worked most of those years was working as an interior plantscape designer and plant technician where I was faced with the good the bad and the ugly. But before we discuss container plant problems let’s take a closer look at the advantages of growing plants from containers.

How To Take Care Of Grass In The Fall

January 13, 2021October 7, 2019 by Norman

Getting a Jump Start on the Season

Raking leaves of grass-how-to-take-care-of-grass-in-the-fall — *Raking leaves of grass*

The fall season can be a busy time with the amount of clean up we’re faced with such as leaf raking, pruning, etc… which makes working on the great outdoors so great but we can’t forget our lawns which look so great keeping us proud doing the spring and summer months.

But as the spring and summer month passes and the colder months approaches and with less microbial activity our lawns are depending on us to keep them in the best possible shape ever.

Organic Insect and Plant Disease Control

February 8, 2021October 3, 2019 by Norman

Natural Ways to Control Garden Insects Pests and Disease

Beetle Insect Pest-organic-insect-and-plant-disease-control — *Beetle Insect Pest*

The life of a gardener can be pretty hectic at times there is so much that’s involved which can be challenging but these challenges do not go without rewards the goal is to continue to work at it until you get the results you desire.

Two challenges that are involved in gardening are insect pests and diseases, if not brought under control can turn any dream garden into a nightmare. I have worked on many garden projects where I have faced these issues but I kept at it until I got the desired results.

Times have changed providing new and a safer approach when seeking to eliminate garden insect pests and disease, these natural means or methods have proven to be effective especially where food crop is involved.

Our ecosystem has suffered because of the misuse or overuse of harmful chemicals that have killed off many beneficial insects, affecting wildlife along with contaminating both the air and water system. Below we will be discussing these safer approaches which are effective while protecting our environment.

Hoya Plant Care

January 28, 2021October 2, 2019 by Norman

Hoya Plant Care Guide

Hoya Flowers-hoya-plant — *Hoya Flowers*

Bring nature indoors by installing hoya garden plants which can make a BIG difference, Interior plantscape is pretty amazing I have worked on many interior projects and have seen what can happen when the right garden plants are chosen and arranged in such a way to make a bold statement.

There are so many plants to choose from which can really take your interior to the next level in this article however we will be looking at the hoya plant which has gained so much attention seeing how to care for them getting the most use out of them making a BID difference.

Companion Plants

August 6, 2022September 28, 2019 by Norman

Garden Plants That Complement Each Other

Vegetables And Herbs-companion-plants — *Vegetables And Herbs*

In this day and time, there are many approaches to gardening, each method brings along with it a set of rules or practices which will give us the success we are looking for. It is the goal of many gardeners whether as a beginner or one who has been in this field for a while, whether on residential or commercial projects not only to reap a good harvest but to contribute to the ecosystem by bringing balance.

In this article, however, we will be looking at another method of gardening that is so popular with its many benefits that is companion planting or choosing and grouping plants in a garden area that will complement each other

Winter Seed Sowing

January 21, 2021September 26, 2019 by Norman

A Complete Guide to Winter Seed Sowing

Winter Garden-winter-seed-sowing — *Winter Garden*

In a few months, we will be entering the winter season, this is the time of the year when we pull out those winter coats along with booths and gloves as we prepare for the cold months ahead. As animals go into hibernation and nature takes that long-awaited rest this gives us the opportunity to get a jump start on spring by sowing seeds which will give us a good harvest.

What is winter seed sowing?

Winter seed sowing is a practice that involves starting seeds outdoors during the winter months, this method has been around for some time. Seeds are sown outdoors in miniature greenhouses (plastic containers) during the winter months and in the spring these seeds will germinate.

Fragrant Flowers

January 26, 2021September 24, 2019 by Norman

12 Fragrant Flowers that is a must-have

Lily Plant-fragrant-flowers — *Lily Plant*

The world of gardening plants is pretty vast, especially when you think of the many colors and styles which these plants bring. Garden plants have the ability to bring total change to an entire landscape, I have both worked on and seen areas (landscape & Interior plantscape) that were totally transformed with plant material.

Take for instance going on a nature walk where plants are growing in their natural habitat, the colors and the styles are so amazing giving such a restful and peaceful feeling as the scenery puts you in a relaxed state taking in all that nature has to offer, this is a great way to get rid of stress which is so beneficial to our health and well being.

Benefits Of Native Plants

January 28, 2021September 18, 2019 by Norman

Advantages of Using Native Plants

Tulips-how-much-time-should-you-spend-in-your-garden — *Tulips Flowering plants*

There are so many species of garden plants that it is just mind-blowing, these plants come in all manner of shape and sizes. But a key to gardening successfully is growing plants that are native to your climate or you tend to run the risk (Plants that are not native to your climate) of working with plant material which can cause a lot of time and money.

The use of native plants is so important because it contributes to the balance of our ecosystem, which not only humans but wildlife depends on. How simple can life be only if we take advantage of garden plants which are native to our climate? Here are a few facts as to why we should always go native.

Edible Succulent Plants

January 28, 2021September 16, 2019 by Norman

7 Succulents Plants that are Edible

Aloe-edible-succulent-plants — *Aloe Plants*

Growing our very own foods is so important not only is this a great way to connect with nature outdoors, growing our food crops provide the opportunity of getting that much-needed exercise, saving that hard-earned dollar, and growing foods that are not contaminated.

Edible gardens are popular in this day and time as many homeowners are taking advantage of these garden types, there are so many food crops that can be grown but what I find to be so amazing is there are edible succulents that can boost our health.

No longer are we limited by ornamental succulents but edible succulents are here providing us with the opportunities to live a healthier life so come go with me as we enter the exciting world of edible succulent plants.

Florida Drought Tolerant Plants

January 28, 2021September 13, 2019 by Norman

Low Maintenance Plants that will $ave You Money

Yellow Stripped Agave-agave-plant-care — *Yellow stripped Agave*

Tropical South Florida is known as the sunshine state, the weather can become pretty warm in the summer and fairly humid during this time, this is the time of the year when beachgoers head for the beach to take a dip getting relief from the summer’s heat. Many homeowners can be found in their gardens doing what they can to ensure that their gardens plants are well taken care of, this is also the time to keep an eye on our garden plants keeping them well watered.

High maintenance plants, especially during this time, should be monitored, the flip side of the coin, however, is if your desire is to spend less time in your garden because of the summer’s heat while saving a few dollars then the solution is to invest in low maintenance plants.

How To Take Care Of Doves

January 20, 2021September 11, 2019 by Norman

Steps in caring for doves

A dove-a-dove-in-the-tree — *A ringneck dove*

Doves are beautiful birds that are used as a symbol of peace and love, in the Christian cycle especially among the early church we see these birds widely used. There are more than 200 species of doves some of which are the ring-neck dove, common ground dove, mourning dove, Inca dove, red turtle dove, etc…

Attracting doves to your garden and landscapes is a great way to not only have a wildlife garden but helping to bring balance to our eco-system by giving nature a helping hand. As a child both my brother and I who is the elder raised pigeons which are also a part of the dove family.

How To Get Rid Of Centipede In The Garden

January 20, 2021September 9, 2019 by Norman

How to kill centipedes

Black Centipede-how-to-get-rid-of-centipede-in-the-garden — *A Centipede*

There are many creepy crawlers that can be found in our landscapes and garden area, and as creepy as these insects they help to bring balance to the eco-system. One such creepy crawler is the centipede, centipedes are predatory arthropods that feed upon soft-bodied insects such as roaches, spiders, worms, termites, flies, moths, fleas, silverfish other centipedes, etc… there are more than 1500 species of centipedes that can be found outdoors.

I saw a video at one time where a giant centipede attack and ate a small snake which I found to be pretty amazing. One thing to keep in mind is that all wildlife seeks shelter, food, and water this is what attracts them to our environment, have you ever came across a large centipede? this happened to me on many occasions and to be honest with you it was a surprise but not a good one.

Gardening Can Help You Live To 100

January 22, 2021September 6, 2019 by Norman

Gardening For Longevity

Flower Garden-gardening-can-help-you-live-to-one-hundred — *A Flower Garden*

Gardening can be such a rewarding and exciting hobby, this is a great way to connect wait nature on the great outdoors. I have been in this field for years now and have seen first hand what can happen when we commit to the soil.

Taking a step into the world of gardening will take you on an adventure where those creative juices will flow bringing much flavor to and environment like non-other, in fact, the first job that was given to man is recorded in the bible where a man was told by God to take care of the earth so gardening span from the beginning of time.

How To Keep Caterpillars Out Of The Garden

September 5, 2019September 4, 2019 by Norman

A caterpillar free garden

A Caterpillar-how-to-keep-caterpillars-out-for-your-garden — *A Caterpillar*

Creating your dream garden can be so rewarding especially as your plants are growing healthy and vibrant, there are so many garden types to chose from that it is just mind-blowing but what can really place a damper on things is to have uninvited guest invading our gardens seeking to make a meal out of our plants.

I have seen the damage of what garden pests can do turning a dream garden into a nightmare, there are so many pests which can wreak havoc but the good news is we can strike back and win the war on these garden insect pests by bringing their invasion to an acceptable level.

How To Attract Crows To Your Yard

January 20, 2021September 2, 2019 by Norman

Providing a home for crows

A Black Crow-how-to-attract-crows-to-your-yard — *A Black Crow*

Crows are often used in horror movies to depict an eerie type of feeling I don’t know why I guess because of their peculiar looks and their color why they are used to depict this image but what I have heard is that crows are some of the smartest birds around.

A co-worker related a story to me about watching a nature program on television showing the intelligence of these birds.

The experiment showed a few crows wanted to eat some nuts which they found but in order to access these nuts the shell had to be broken so what they did was take a nut in their beak fly to the top of the lamp pole waited for a vehicle to pass, once that vehicle got close enough they would let the nuts drop in the pathway of those passing vehicles, that would roll over the nuts breaking them giving the crows access to the nuts inside. Once the vehicles passed these crows would then swoop down for those nuts.

keep Rats Out Of Yard

January 20, 2021August 30, 2019 by Norman

Winning the war on rats

The presence of rats can be very disturbing especially when they are in great numbers. Rats carry diseases and once they gain access to your home can cause much damage.

I believe if not all most of us have had distasteful experiences with these rodents. Rats will bite holes in your door or wait for the perfect opportunity to slip through and once they have gained access will eat holes in your clothing, consume your food products especially if they are not secured.

How To Attract Chipmunks To Your Yard

August 5, 2022August 28, 2019 by Norman

Tips on attracting chipmunks to your yard

Chipmunk-how-to-attract-chimpmunks-to-your-yard — *A Chipmunk*

In my last article, we looked at how to attract squirrels to your garden and we also discover some fun facts about these little animals but now we turn our attention to attracting chipmunks to our yard, we will be looking at what sets a chipmunk apart from a squirrel along with some fun facts. I promise you this will be exciting.

So you want to attract chipmunks to your yard, this is a great idea because you will be giving nature a helping hand by providing a home and food for wildlife. This method of attracting chipmunks, squirrels, etc… to your yard or garden is known as wildlife gardening and as you will discover is one of my favorite garden types.

Attract Squirrels To Your Garden

January 20, 2021August 27, 2019 by Norman

How to squirrel guide

A Squirrel-attracting-squirrels-your-garden — *A Squirrel*

For many, the sight of a squirrel can be so exciting, and then for others, this can be as Ebenezer Scrootch says in the famous movie a Christmas Carol “humbug” But for me, squirrels are cute little animals that can really be lots of fun as you watch them in their natural habitat.

But as cute and cuddly as squirrels are they can become a nuisance to many home gardens doing much damage. Squirrels can be found both in urban and rural areas, some years ago my family and I took a vacation trip to Orlando and decided to visit one of the shopping malls which had a few large trees in the parking lot, and to our amazement, we saw a cute little squirrel moving with such lighting speed ok I may be exaggerating a bit but this squirrel was moving so fast up that tall tree I could not believe the speed of this little animal.

Attracting Pigeons To Your Garden

January 20, 2021August 26, 2019 by Norman

Great tips on how to connect with wildlife

Pigeons-attracting-pigeons-to-your-garden — *Pigeons*

Attracting pigeons to your garden can be very exciting as we experience nature in an awesome way. This is a great way to get children involved in wildlife gardening showing them how they can play their part in helping to provide a home for and protect our feathered friends

I love wildlife gardens as you would see from the many articles which I have written and posted so please do check out the category section of this website where you can learn so many exciting things when it comes to these types of gardens that have captured the hearts of many people.

How To Use Oatmeal In The Garden

August 5, 2022August 25, 2019 by Norman

Using Oatmeal to Solve Garden Problems

Cereal Oats and Fruits-how-to-us-oats-in-the-garden — *Cereal Oats and Fruits*

Oatmeal is a great breakfast cereal to start your day off, oatmeal has so many benefits when it comes to our health which is so amazing but what stands out most about oats is this grain is great for our hearts. There was a time when I myself was not a fan of oatmeal but because of its health benefits, I will eat it to stay healthy and fit.

But what I find also interesting about oatmeal is that it can be used in the garden to help us with issues we may be facing. The method of using oatmeal in the garden is a natural and safe way to take care of certain problems, especially when there is the presence of children and pets.

How To Care For Sunflowers

January 28, 2021August 24, 2019 by Norman

Growing Sunflowers the Right Way

Sunflowers-how-to-care-for-sunflowers — *Sunflowers*

Sunflowers are a popular plant which is native to North America and has been around for quite some time, there are about 60 species with which you can choose, I remembered as a child hearing about and seeing these garden beauties. What makes the sunflower stands out among garden plants is how large it grows with its bright yellow flowers.

In my yard I had a small bed of sunflowers that we once grew as a hedge, these plants can grow anywhere from 1-15 feet. Every time we cut them back they would grow again, hurricane Matthew back in 2016 was a category 4 which did a number on our sunflowers but what amazed me was that though they were badly damaged within a few short months they bounced back as if they were never touched.

How to Grow and Care For Verbena

January 28, 2021August 22, 2019 by Norman

Succesful Growing Tips of the Growth and Care of Verbena

Verbena-how-to-grow-and-care-for-verbena — *Verbena* *flowering plants*

A plant that will add to the overall flavor of your garden and landscape design is the verbena, this garden beauty can make it happen by taking your garden to the next level. Verbenas are popular among landscape designers and are used to create that garden oasis.

The flower of the verbena sits atop the stem perfectly arranged in bright stunning colors which makes this garden beauty a show stopper.

These colors range from red, yellow, pink, white, purple, and multi-color which blooms from early summer to fall so for more on the verbena flowering plant let’s take a closer look.

How To Plant Grow And Care For Pansy

August 3, 2022August 22, 2019 by Norman

Gardening Tips to Grow Pansies

Pansies-how-to-grow-and-care-for-pansies — *Pansies flowering Plants*

Fill your garden with bright beautiful colorful plants by growing and caring for pansies, these cool-season annuals can bring that much-needed flavor that will make your garden area and landscapes so inviting. Pansies are a favorite of many homeowners.

There are many cultivars from which to choose to give you the choice to mix and match adding to your garden paradise. Pansies come in an array of colors with their heart shape flower petals.

Attracting DragonfliesTo Your Yard

January 20, 2021August 20, 2019 by Norman

Creating a dragonfly garden

A Demoiselle Dragonfly-attracting-dragonflies-to-your-yard — *A Demoiselle Dragonfly*

Creating a garden that attracts dragonflies can be a very rewarding experience as your garden area is buzzing from activity with these insects which are a predator to mosquitoes, beetles and other insects. As a child, I remembered on long hot summer days, my brother and sister along with my self and our neighborhood friends would spend hours in the bushes catching and collecting dragonflies.

It was such a delight to watch them as they flew, their wings resembled the spinning of a helicopter’s propeller. Both watching and catching them was a favorite pass time that I looked forward to.

How To Encourage Wild Rabbits To Your Yard

May 5, 2022August 19, 2019 by Norman

Attracting wild rabbits with these proven methods

Rabbits-how-to-encourage-wild-rabbits-to-your-yard — *Rabbits*

Rabbits are cute and cuddly and do make a great pet, it is interesting to see how they move about by hopping around. My wives niece once own a rabbit that just seems to spend most of its time resting not really moving about just sitting there, my wife has also expressed an interest in getting a rabbit as a pet because of their cuteness and softness

But what I found to be even more interesting is that as cute and cuddly as rabbits are there are some persons who just don’t like having rabbits around especially in their garden area because rabbits can do much damage consuming and destroying food crops looking for a meal.

Attracting Cardinals To Your Yard

January 20, 2021August 18, 2019 by Norman

Great Tips on Attracting the Northern Cardinal

The Northen Cardinal-attracting-cardinals-to-your-yard — *The Northern Cardinal*

Here we go again with another exciting topic on wildlife gardening, these gardens are truly amazing and have caught the attention of so many homeowners and weekend warriors who love to connect with nature in this way.

I believe that wildlife gardening is so exciting because with these garden types you can experience nature up close and in such a unique way, the great part is you would have provided a home for them right from your backyard as you watch them in their natural habitat helping to bring balance to the ecosystem.

Planting In Crevices

January 23, 2021August 17, 2019 by Norman

A stylish garden with a unique twist

Fern Plants-planting-in-crevices — *Fern Plants*

The world of landscape and gardening is so great, working on the great outdoors connecting with nature in such an awesome way gives a wonderful feeling, but what I also love about working in the garden is that it offers so many opportunities to get creative as your imagination runs wild with ideas which can create an oasis with much flavor that is so inviting.

There are many garden styles with which to choose from to meet your every need, letting those creative juices flow as you create that dream garden is truly a work of art. In this article, we will be discussing how to garden or plant in crevices to give an all-natural look where it seems as if no human efforts were involved. Sounds good then let’s dive in and discover the fascinating world of planting in crevices.

Using Coke In The Garden

January 18, 2021August 13, 2019 by Norman

A Classic Drink Which Works Wonders in the Garden

Coca- Cola-using-coke-in-the-garden — *Coca-Cola*

As a child, a soft drink that my family along with myself enjoyed was coca-cola which quenched our thirst. This classic drink has been around for many years and has made a name for itself. Coca-cola is sold worldwide in stores and restaurants of all sizes. Fast-food chains also offer this soft drink as a refreshing beverage.

But what I also found amazing about coca-cola is it can be used in our gardens which I think is pretty cool, the use of coco-cola in the garden is a great way to achieve your desired result while saving your hard-earned dollar, how is this done well let’s take a closer look at coca-cola in the garden.

Plant Propagation

June 25, 2022August 11, 2019 by Norman

Your complete guide to garden plant propagation

Holy Plant-plant-propagation — *Plant Propagation*

A great way to save a few dollars and still get your desired results is plant propagation, this is a great way to grow your garden without having to break the piggy bank. I have been in the landscape and gardening field now for more than 22 years and have visited many plant nurseries and seen how expensive garden plants are.

The good news, however, is you can grow your garden through propagation which has proven to be so effective. I understand that the process of your garden plants from cuttings to maturity may take a while but with patience, your garden can be full and beautiful by following these methods which have been and are still used to this day.

Homemade Fertilizer For Indoor Plants

January 13, 2021August 10, 2019 by Norman

Promoting Indoor Plant Growth With Homemade Fertilizers

Potted Pothos Vine-homemade-fertilizer-for-indoor-plants — *Potted Pothos Vine*

Gardening indoors can be a very rewarding experience as you bring nature on the inside, indoor plants, however, needs special care in order to perform at their best. As an interior plantscape designer, I was employed at a five-star resort many years ago where I was given the awesome task along with my team to ensure that the interiors were always polished and decorated with garden plants which we really did a great job at.

But in order for indoor plants to perform at their best, there are many requirements that must be met among fertilizers which are so vital to plant growth and development.

Homemade Fertilizers

January 13, 2021August 6, 2019 by Norman

$aving your hard-earned dollar with homemade fertilizers

Cherries hanging from tree-Cherry Nutrition Facts — *A Cherry Tree*

Installing a home garden can be very rewarding as you connect with nature on the great outdoors, Some of the benefits of constructing a garden involve increasing your properties value, providing foods such as editable gardens, gardening for beautification, installing plants for security purpose, wildlife gardening which is so amazing and so much more.

But one thing to keep in mind is garden plants no matter what type need nutrients in order to grow healthy. Plant nutrients are the building blocks of garden plants, therefore, it’s of utmost importance that we give our garden plants what they need.

Attract Lizards To Your Garden

January 20, 2021August 4, 2019 by Norman

The benefits of having lizards in your garden

A Garden Lizard-attarct-lizards-to-your-garden — *A Garden Lizard*

A common creature that can be found among landscaping and garden plants are lizards, as a child, I took great interest in constructing my very own garden it took me a while but my hard work paid off as my little hands worked the soil hoping to reap a good harvest from my labor which I did.

One garden creature which I would often come across were lizards, even though I did not give much thought as to why they were present in my little garden I would watch them resting or moving around appearing to be busy.

How To Attract Finches Into Your Garden

January 20, 2021August 3, 2019 by Norman

Great tips to attracting finches

A Gouldian Finch-how-to-attract-finches-into-your-garden — *A Gouldian Finch*

It is so wonderful to connect with nature on the great outdoors, going on nature walks is such an awesome feeling as we get to take in all the sights and sounds that nature has to offer, activities like this can be a good stress reliever as you take a break from the hustle and bustle of life and just unwind.

Going on a nature walk is also a great way to get that much-needed exercise, but what I also love about nature is that you can bring nature to you by creating the kind of environment that will attract wildlife, the kind of environment they just can’t resist. In this article, we will be discussing how to construct a garden that will attract finches as we watch and enjoy them in their habitat.

Attracting Earthworms To Your Garden

January 18, 2021August 2, 2019 by Norman

Earthworms A Gardners Gold Mine

An Earthworm-attracting-earthworms-to-your-gardens — *An Earthworm*

Have you ever wonder why many gardens are teeming with earthworms? I remember as a child I would often come across earthworms in our garden especially on rainy days when the grounds were saturated with water. The presence of earthworms in garden areas is not to take up space, earthworms are hard at work doing their part in helping to bring balance to our ecosystem which I believe is so awesome.

The presence of these tiny engineers make such a huge impact when it comes to garden plants, the presence of earthworms in our gardens is an added benefit. The use of earthworms as far as harvesting them has become so popular because it has been discovered the vital role they play.

What makes the presence of earthworms so crucial is their excrement or casting which is considered to be good organic to sustain the lives of garden plants.

How To Attract Toads In Your Garden

January 20, 2021August 1, 2019 by Norman

The benefits of toads and frogs in the garden

A Toad-how-to-attract-toads-in-your-garden — *A Toad*

Toads and Frogs are amphibians that belong to the Anura order, the difference between a frog and a toad is a frog has slimy smooth skin and is a bit longer whereas a toad’s skin is bumpy and dry. Toads spend the greater part of their lives on the land whereas frogs spend the majority of their lives in the water.

But what is also interesting to note is that people, in general, have a dislike for both and either try to get as far away as possible from them or doing away with them which I think is pretty harsh. Understanding these amphibians and how they impact our ecosystem is of great importance and will give us a greater appreciation for them.

How To Attract Robins To Your Garden

January 20, 2021August 1, 2019 by Norman

Attracting Wildlife To Your Garden

A Robin-how-to-attract-robins-to-your-garden — *A Robin resting on a pine tree branch*

Wildlife gardening can be so exciting as you watch the many activities which go on in your garden and landscape. These practices have become so popular because of the life and energy which they bring to a garden setting, how wonderful it is to connect with nature as we watch our garden friends in their natural habitat going about their daily activity collecting their foods ( pollen ) bees and butterflies, even feeding their young however in this article we will be discussing how to attract robins to our gardens.

Native Plants To Help Prevent Erosion

January 18, 2021July 31, 2019 by Norman

Controlling Soil Erosion With Plants

Canada Violet-native-plants-to-prevent-soil-erosion — *Canada Violet*

Soil erosion has been a concern for years, the process is said to be a natural occurrence that greatly affects the earth’s surface. Soil erosion occurs when the topsoil which is considered to be fertile or nutrient is washed away or removed by raindrops, winds, tillage, and downslope runoff.

In some cases, soil runoff or soil being depleted can happen very slowly going unnoticed for long periods of time the good news, however, is with the proper measure put in place can fight back and help to save your topsoil which is so important.

Drought Tolerant Vines

January 23, 2021July 28, 2019 by Norman

Growing Drought Tolerant Vines For Hot Gardens

Bougainvillea Flowers-drought-tolerant-vine — *Bougainvillea Flowers*

You may be living in a region or climate which gets extremely hot, faced with this challenge, however, your goal is to plant that garden which you have always dreamed of but with the heat waves which makes it almost unbearable you are not sure if installing a garden may be a wise thing to do.

The good news is though your climate gets really hot you can still install that garden with the help of plants that can withstand the heat, plants such as drought-tolerant vines makes this all possible. There are many of these vine types with which you can choose from that will work wonders.

Root Bound Plants And Their Care

January 18, 2021July 27, 2019 by Norman

Helping your garden plant to recovery from root bound

Garden Plants-root-bound-plants-and-their-care — *A Garden Plant*

For those of us who are weekend warriors, we get so excited to work in our gardens connecting with nature as we give our gardens and landscapes the facelift which they need, how wonderful it is when we get the chance to head down to our favorite plant nursery to purchase a few plants which we can add to our gardens sprucing it up to bring that much need a flavor.

But as much as we are excited about making a few purchases we should be mindful of choosing plants that are healthy, to often there have been plants that were purchased without giving a thorough inspection of those plants which did not enhance the appearance of our gardens and landscapes but rather became an eyesore.

What Causes Garden Plants Leaf Drop

January 18, 2021July 26, 2019 by Norman

Correcting leaf drop in garden plants with these methods

Leaves-what-causes-garden-plants-leaf-drop — *Plant Leaves*

Installing a garden can really give your home a makeover enhancing its appearance and increase your properties value, how beautiful it is to have a garden that is just bursting with colors giving such a calm and inviting feeling.

This has been my experience over the years working on many garden projects, the transformation that it brought was much delight to the homeowner as they were blow-away with a landscape that was fit for a king and a queen of cost.

Signs That Plants Are Being Underwater

January 13, 2021July 25, 2019 by Norman

How to ensure that your garden plants and lawn is getting sufficient water

Every living thing needs water in order to survive even the smallest microscopic organism. Garden plants are no exception and must receive water according to their needs but the decline of many garden plants can be attributed to a lack of water.

Water plays an important part in the overall health of garden plants because water is one of the elements that is needed for garden plants to manufacture their food. But one thing which needs to be kept in mind is though water plays an important part in the life of a garden plant a lack of water or overwatering can be detrimental so how do we know how much water our garden plants should receive?

Constructing A Vertical Garden

January 23, 2021July 24, 2019 by Norman

Constructing A Vertical Garden

Tips on successfully constructing a vertical garden

Another approach to gardening is going vertical, these gardens are truly amazing and are making their mark in the gardening world. What I love about vertical gardens is not only the style but being able to fit in the tightest of areas.

If you don’t have much garden space but would love to have a garden of your own then a vertical garden is something you should consider. These gardens are so unique and will give that WOW! as family and friends are admire your garden style.