EDEN'S GARDEN - Part 7

Sweet Bay Laurel Tree

March 9, 2021March 9, 2021 by Norman

Tips to Grow a Bay Leaf Tree

Sweet Bay Laurel Tree-bay-leaf-herb-plant — *Bay leaf herb plant*

Bay leaf is also known as the bay laurel this tree is highly prized in the culinary world for its aromatic scent and the flavors that it brings to so many recipes. This every green tree that is also a large shrub belongs to the flowering family Lauraceae. Its scientific name is Lauraceae and is native to the Mediterranean region but is now widely cultivated in other regions of the world.

The bay laurel tree is slow-growing with glossy green leaves that are oval and pointed with a leathery texture and is believed to be one of the oldest spice trees that have been cultivated going back as far as ancient Greece and was used to fashion the laurel wreath that was given as a prize at the Pythian Games.

If left unpruned bay leaves can grow up to 60 feet in height when growing in an outside garden. In a 24-inch pot, this tree can grow from 4- to 6-foot by keeping well pruned. The seem can happen when growing bay leaves indoors keeping them pruned 4- to 6-foot, a bay leaf tree can live up to 20 years or even longer depending on how you take care of it. For more on how to grow and care for sweet bay laurel tree let’s take a closer look.

Thyme Plant Care

March 5, 2021 by Norman

How to Grow and Care for Thyme

Thyme Plant Care-thyme-herb — *Thyme herb*

Thyme is an aromatic herb that is popular in the culinary world and will excite your taste buds with its amazing flavors. Thyme was a favorite in my home as a child, my father loved cooking with this herb and to this day I have carried on this tradition by using thyme in many of my species.

This perennial evergreen herb is in the mint family Lamiaceae and is native to Eurasia being cultivated throughout the world. In ancient times thyme was associated with strength, courage, and bravery. The Greeks and Romans would burn bundles of thyme to purify their homes.

Growing Dill Plants

March 5, 2021March 4, 2021 by Norman

How to Grow, Plant, and Harvest Dill

Growing Dill Plants-dill-herb — *Dill herb plant*

Botanically known as Anethum graveolens, dill goes far back to ancient times being used as a culinary herb and for medical purposes. In ancient times soldiers would apply dill seeds to wounds for healing.

The Greeks use dill as a symbol of wealth, the Romans used dill leaves in the wreaths they made to honor heroes and athletes and also believed that dill brought good fortune. The ancient Egyptians used dill as a soothing medicine, to ward off witches and also used in aphrodisiacs.

Growing Rosemary Herb Plants

February 27, 2021February 26, 2021 by Norman

Your Complete Guide to Growing Rosemary

Growing Rosemary Herb Plant-rosemary-herb — *Rosemary herb*

Rosemary ( Rosmarinus Officinalis) is a perennial evergreen shrub that belongs to the family Lamiaceae. Rosemary is native to the dry rocky areas of the Mediterranean, especially along the coast. This herb goes all the way back to ancient times being used by the Romans and Greeks.

The genus name Rosmarinus derives from the Latin words ros and marinus which together translate “dew of the sea” rosemary is an aromatic herb that produces blue flowers. This garden herb is one of my favorites not only because of its aroma but the intense taste that can really flavor your recipes.

How to Grow Parsley

February 26, 2021February 25, 2021 by Norman

Growing Parsley in Your Home Garden

How To Grow Parsley-parsley-herb — *Parsley herb*

Parsley is a popular herb that is used in many food recipes as well as a garnish for food decoration. This biennial herb originated in the Mediterranean lands and is said to have also been used by the ancient Greeks and Romans as a flavoring and garnish for food so this practice has come down to us from ancient times.

Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) belongs to the family Apiaceae or Umbelliferae, parsley has lacy leaves that are bright green. There are two types of parsley, flat-leaf parsley also called Italian or French parsley that has flat bright leaves resembling a celery stock that grows from 18 to 24 inches.

Curly leaf parsley has ruffled leaves and grows from 8 t0 12 inches, for more on how to grow parsley in your home garden let’s take a closer look.

Growing Mint Plants

February 25, 2021February 21, 2021 by Norman

How to Grow and Harvest Mint Plant

Growing Mint Plants-mint-herb — *Mint herb*

(Mentha) or the Mint plants are hardy perennials that are easy to grow, these garden herbs have a sweet aroma with a unique taste that can be used to make tea or give that extra zest to some of your favorite recipes. There are many mint varieties in fact 25 species to be exact that produce white, purple, or pink flowers.

The mint herb belongs to the family Lamiaceae and is native to Australia, Eurasia, North America, and southern Africa.

Mints are vigorous growers and are known to be invasive especially when growing alongside other plants therefore it’s recommended that mint receive their own planting bed because mint can and will compete with other plants for sunlight, water, and nutrients. For more on how to grow and harvest mint plants, let’s take a closer look.

Planting Garlic Bulbs

February 18, 2021February 17, 2021 by Norman

How to Grow and Harvest Garlic Bulbs

Planting Garlic Bulbs-garlic-herb — *Growing Garlic*

Garlic has an intense flavor and is popular in the culinary world, this garden herb will take your recipes up a notch therefore it’s no wonder why garlic is a favorite. What also makes garlic widely accepted is its many uses for medical purposes.

Garlic herb dates back as far as ancient Egypt and India about 5000 years but it’s also believed to have originated from Western China and Northeastern Iran. Garlic (Allium sativum) belongs to the family Amaryllidaceae.

This perennial bulbous herb is easy to grow and care for, following this guide will give you the how-to on growing and caring for garlic so continue reading to learn more about planting and harvesting garlic bulbs.

How To Grow Sage

February 16, 2021February 10, 2021 by Norman

Your Complete Guide to Growing Sage

How To Grow Sage-sage-herb — *Sage herb*

Sage, (Salvia officinalis), is a herb that’s popular among many culinary dishes. Sage belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae) and is native to the Mediterranean region. This hardy perennial can also be used as border plants. The flavor of sage is so intense that all you need is a little to spruce up your favorite dishes. Garden sage is easy to grow. The leaves are beautiful green grayish, with flower blooms of white and pink among many.

What we will be covering in this article is the planting location of sage, the soil that sage grows in best, sage water and fertilizing requirements, garden insect pests and disease of sage and how to control, growing sage in pots, growing sage indoors, sage bloom period, pruning and harvesting sage along with using sage when fresh, drying and sage storage. This herb is worth your time and effort as you reap a bountiful harvest. For more on how to grow sage let’s take a closer look.

Indoor Plants Growing Tips

January 13, 2021January 11, 2021 by Norman

Beginner’s Guide to Indoor Plants

Indoor Plants Growing Tips-indoor-flowering-plants — *Indoor garden*

I’m have heard this saying on many occasions which is ” I don’t have a green thumb”. When it comes to maintaining garden plants, to the beginner it can become frustrating, plants that are purchased or given to them as a gift having a significant value that was once beautiful now turns into a nightmare.

The good news, however, is that you don’t need a green thumb to have success with maintaining plants it’s all a matter of knowing how and you will be well on your way to growing plants that are healthy and vibrant. Below we will be looking at indoor plant growing tips.

Tablescapes Ideas

January 13, 2021January 6, 2021 by Norman

How to Create Tablescapes Step by Step

Celebrating that special moment calls for some creativity as we put our best foot forward creating memories that will last a lifetime. Besides, that delicious meal that’s to be prepared bringing, family and friends together what we want is an experience that will bring that WOW. Tablescaping will create that type of experience.

Tablescapes Ideas-dining-area-with-a-floral-arragement — *Tablescape design*

If not all of us some of us unknowingly have involved ourselves in tablescaping, tablescape is the simple art of creating a dining experience around a theme that uses fresh-cut floral arrangements along with candles and other dining ware that creates a cozy and homey experience.

Have you ever stepped into a reception area that was well-polished, what caught your attention? I am sure that besides the decorated room the table setting was the highlight. I have had that experience on many occasions which was so inviting and relaxing.

Orchid Care During The winter

January 23, 2021January 1, 2021 by Norman

Tips on Caring for Orchids in the Winter

Orchid Care During The Winter-orchids-with-white-flowers — *White flowering orchid*

As the chilly months set in with temperatures moving towards freezing it’s an indication that wintertime is not far away. Preparing for this time of the year means we must do all we can to ensure that our garden plants are well maintained as they go through those harsh winter months.

One plant in particular which needs our help during these freezing conditions is orchids, these tropical beauties with their beautiful rainbow color flower blooms create a tropical setting in a garden paradise that’s so inviting.

Christmas Cactus Plant

January 25, 2021December 28, 2020 by Norman

Caring for the Christmas Cactus Plants

Christmas Cactus Plant-christmas-cactus-plant — *Christmas cactus plant*

The Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgessii) is a must-have. This garden beauty has flat roundish segmented stems that produce tubular flower blooms of white, purple, red, yellow, orange, and pink. There are about 6-9 species of Christmas cactus that belong to the family Cactaceae.

Christmas cactus is native to Brazil and can be found growing in tropical to sub-tropical climates in coastal mountains and the rain forest hanging from tree branches and rocks. This garden beauty also goes by the names crab cactus, holiday cactus, and thanksgiving cactus.

Winter Mulching Tips

October 11, 2021December 23, 2020 by Norman

Using Mulches in Cold Climate Gardens

Winter Mulching Tips-bark-mulch — *Bark mulch*

The use of mulches in the landscape and gardens serves many purposes, besides being used for beautification, suppressing weeds, conserving moisture, increasing microbial activity, keeping the soil temperature cool, helping to adjust the soil’s ph, adding nutrients, and helping to build soils mulches are also used to protect the roots of garden plants during the winter months.

If you haven’t already now is the time to use this all-natural material that has so many benefits. This way of gardening is smart and has proven to be effective in maintaining plants. Here’s what to consider when preparing your garden plants for the cold months ahead.

Yucca Plant Care

January 25, 2021December 22, 2020 by Norman

How to Grow and Care for Yuccas

Yucca Plant Care-yucca-white-flowers — *Yucca white flowers*

Yuccas are native to the southwestern United States and arid deserts growing in coastal sandy dunes of the east, rocky badlands, and grasslands. Yuccas belong to the family Asparagaceae which comprises some 40-50 species. The common name for yuccas is Adams needle. Most yuccas have thick waxy skins to avoid water loss.

Yuccas can reach heights of 4-8 ft growing in zones 5 to 10, this evergreen produces leaves that are tough with a sword-like shape. Yuccas produce beautiful white flowers that are a show stopper, what I love about yuccas is their low maintenance drought-tolerant plants that can grow both out and indoors. For more on yucca plant care let’s take a closer look.

Dig and Drop Composting

August 29, 2022December 21, 2020 by Norman

Composting Made Easy

Dig And Drop Composting-dry-leaves — *Dry leaves*

Composting is not new but an old method that has been around for some time. This method of gardening has proven to be beneficial in so many ways that at every turn people are composting in home gardens and also on a wider scale.

Foods that are grown by composting are healthier than chemically grown food crops. The use of composting or organically grown foods goes hand in hand. These foods are grown naturally without the use of chemicals that contributes to food contamination.

Although the approach to composting might be different the end results are all the same, growing foods that are chemically free, filled with vitamins along with better flavors. In this article, we will be looking at one method of composting (dig and drop) that has proven to condition the soil with a better food crop yield.

Catmint Plant Care

January 15, 2021December 8, 2020 by Norman

How to Grow and Care for Catmint

Catmint Plant Care-flowers-of-catmint-plant — *Catmint flowering herb*

Native to southern and eastern Europe parts of China, Central Asia, and the Middle East the catmint plant can be found growing in many home gardens and landscape. This herbaceous perennial thrives in zones 3-7 attracting bees, butterflies, and birds.

The catmint grows to about 3 feet with 2 feet spread and is taught to have been cultivated in the Roman town of Nepeti. The catmint belongs to the family Lamiaceae and is commonly known as catwort or catswort. This aromatic herb will go to work for you, for more on the growth and care of catmint continue reading.

Butterfly Bush Care

January 25, 2021December 7, 2020 by Norman

How to Plant and Care for Butterfly Bush

Butterfly Bush Care-butterfly-on-lilac-flowers — *Butterfly bush*

Create a natural habitat for pollinators by introducing the butterfly bush in your home garden, this popular perennial thrives in zones 5-9 and belongs to a species of flowering plant in the family Scrophulariaceae.

This garden beauty is also called Buddleja davidii and is native to Sichuan and Hubei provinces of central China and Japan. The butterfly bush is also called orange eye or summer lilac. This perennial bush grows best in tropical and sub-tropical climates.

Most species have hairy leaves with flower bloom colors that range from orange, purple, white, yellow, or pink. The butterfly bush can be grown as a tree or a shrub, if you’re desire is to attract pollinators to your home garden then installing this garden beauty is the right choice. For more on the butterfly bush let’s take a closer look.

Bismarck Palm Tree

January 15, 2021December 1, 2020 by Norman

Silver Bismarck Palm Care

Bismarck Palm Tree-silver-bismarck-palm — *Silver bismarck palm*

The silver bismarck (Bismarckia nobilis) is an exotic palm with wide silver-blueish large fan-shaped fronds (leaves) that’s native to western and northern Madagascar near the east coast of Africa growing in open grasslands. The silver bismarck palm belongs to the family endemic.

This sub-tropical beauty is a slow grower that can reach heights of 30-60 ft with a spread of 12-16 ft. Once these palms are established they become drought-tolerant. The silver bismarck thrives in zones 9-11, bismarcks are moderately salt-tolerant withstanding light salt sprays. Silver bismarcks are one of my favorite because it’s unique in appearance and will stand out in a garden design. For more on the silver, bismarck let’s take a closer look.

Gardening Tips For Seniors

January 13, 2021November 28, 2020 by Norman

6 Garden Plants that are Easy to Grow

Gardening Tips For Seniors-bromeliads — *Bromeliads Flowering Plant*

A well-maintained garden dose not only creates an environment that’s beautiful and relaxing but will help in increasing your property’s value while providing a natural habitat for beneficial insects and wildlife.

While working in a garden calls for some effort for its upkeep there are low maintenance plants that will make your time in the garden more enjoyable by making your garden work a breeze.

This is especially important among seniors to avoid the load that can be placed on them. Low maintenance gardening is amazing giving you the desired results as you connect or should I say work hand in hand with nature on the great outdoors

Silver Buttonwood Care

August 30, 2022November 28, 2020 by Norman

How to Care for Silver Buttonwood

Silver Buttonwood Care-silver-buttonwood-shrub — *Silver buttonwood shrub*

Hailed for its beautiful gray-silverish colored leaves and velvety texture along with its ability to withstand salt sprays the silver buttonwood is native to the coast of tropical America from Florida through the West Indies and the Caribbean.

This shrub belongs to the family Combretaceae, in its natural habitat silver buttonwood can be found growing in mangroves and on the shorelines of tropical and sub-tropical regions worldwide.

Best Garden Herbs

January 13, 2021November 24, 2020 by Norman

6 Easy Herbs Seniors can Grow in the Home garden

Best Garden Herbs-rosemary herb — *Rosemary herb*

Garden herbs are a treasure that benefits us in so many ways, herbs are highly prized for their great aromas and awesome flavors. Garden herbs are loaded with vitamins and their ability to bring healing is amazing, from ancient times or before the invention of modern medicines herbs were grown and used to bring healing to the sick.

These natural healers which are known as nature’s pharmacy have come down to us through the ages and are still as effective being used in modern medicine to promote natural healing. The delightful taste of herbs will also excite your taste buds as they go to work for you flavoring your favorite recipes.

Gardening, however, requires a lot of bending and other physical activities which can be pretty much exhausting especially for seniors, this can be taxing on their bodies. What we will be doing is taking the pain out of gardening by looking at 6 easy herbs that seniors can grow in the home garden.

Best Vegetables For Seniors

January 13, 2021November 18, 2020 by Norman

6 Vegetables that will Boost Seniors health

Best Vegetables For Seniors-carrots — *Carrots*

Though there are many gardens that can be planted a vegetable garden should be considered because with a veggie garden, vegetables can be grown to promote good health for the elderly. A garden like this will have seniors buzzing with excitement as they reap and eat the fruits or should I say the veggies they labored for.

Healthy living should be something we should all strive for no matter the age, seniors especially should eat healthy at all times to ensure they’re getting the required nutrients. We will be looking at 6 vegetables the elderly should grow in their garden.

Garden Club Ideas For Seniors

January 27, 2021November 16, 2020 by Norman

Simple Steps to Starting a Garden Club for Seniors

Garden Club Ideas For Seniors-deco-flower-design — *Deco flower design*

Seniors need outdoor activities to help keep their minds sharp and alert while promoting physical health. What better way to get the elderly involved than by starting a garden club. A nursing home is a great place to start providing seniors with a relaxing outdoor experience in an environment that connects them with nature.

This typesetting will also provide seniors with vitamin D as they are exposed to the warm gentle sunlight taking in breaths of fresh air. This experience will fill seniors with vigor as they enjoy their time socializing outdoors.

Growing and caring for plants will give seniors a feeling of accomplishment along with a sense of pride as they watch their gardens grow, with a mindset of making a valuable contribution.

Gardening Made Easy For Seniors

January 13, 2021November 11, 2020 by Norman

3 Easy Methods for Seniors to Enjoy Their Garden

Gardening Made Easy For Seniors-raise-bed-gardens — *Raise bed garden*

Working on the outdoors in our gardens can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience, gardening however calls for a lot of kneeling and bending which can bring with it a few aches and pains. This hobby is very physical and can put a demand on our bodies, I have been in this field now for more than 20 years and have had so many experiences with sore muscles.

As we get older those pains may increase as we continue working in our gardens, many seniors would love to take part in this outdoor activity but too much bending and kneeling which can be quite painful especially at this age cause many of the elderly to rethink getting involved in the garden.

The good news however is that seniors can still enjoy working in a garden setting by thinking outside of the box and finding ways that will make their outdoor experience more enjoyable. We will be looking at some ways of how this can be done. Why should seniors miss out on connecting with nature on the great outdoors when these methods can be put in place making gardening easy for them.

Gardening Activities For Seniors

January 13, 2021November 10, 2020 by Norman

5 Great Gardening Ideas for Seniors

Garden Activities For Seniors-a-garden-design — *A garden design*

It’s a proven fact that gardening has the ability with all of its benefits to bring about natural healing. No longer is gardening looked upon as an activity just to get outdoors but as a key that holds the power which leads to wellness. Sure gardens are constructed for beautification and for growing edible food crops but the added bonus is in promoting physical as well as mental healing.

As we get older it’s important that we get involved or more involved in this activity, seniors should take advantage of working in their gardens. There are many garden activities that can keep seniors pleasantly busy as they connect with nature on the great outdoors. Below are 6 great garden activities for senior citizens.

Indoor Gardening For Senior Citiznes

January 13, 2021November 9, 2020 by Norman

7 Great Indoor Ideas For seniors citizens

Indoor Gardening For Seniors-and-indoor-garden — *Indoor garden*

Gardening provides an opportunity for seniors citizens to stay active contributing to their physical health as well as mental sharpness. Studies have also backed up the importance of gardening especially among seniors therefore it’s important that some type of gardening is carried out which will promote good health.

A great way to get seniors involved in gardening is by bringing nature indoors, while it’s great to work in our gardens on the great outdoors many seniors prefer to work indoors which can also be of great benefit. The goal here is getting them involved and an indoor garden can work just as well.

Below we will be looking at 7 indoor garden ideas for seniors that will not only keep them busy but will also create in them a sense of pride as they see the results of their time spent working on their gardens.

Gardening for Senior Citizens

January 13, 2021November 2, 2020 by Norman

Creating a Healthy Lifestyle for Senior Citizens

Gardening For Senior Citizens-weeding-poppies-bed — *Weeding poppies bed*

As we grow older our bodies begin to slow down we become less active, at this stage in our lives it so important that we not only eat healthy but involve ourselves in activities that will keep our heart rate up staying fit and healthy.

Who says that those golden years should be spent laying on the couch or sitting down day after day watching your favorite television programs, and while there is no harm in doing this, it should be done in moderation because there is a saying that “a body that is in motion stays in motion” and by engaging in physical activities will ensure that we maintain good health.

My mother in law is in her 70’s, she’s always in her garden working, water or planting something and she has so much energy. She really enjoys her garden and because of this activity, it’s helping her to stay fit and healthy.

Organic Gardening for Kids

January 13, 2021October 27, 2020 by Norman

Teaching kids about the Importance of Organic Gardening

Organic Gardening For Kids-kid-watering-flowers — *Kid watering flowers*

Organic gardening is much talk about the methods which are implemented have proven to be beneficial, this way of gardening teachers how to grow healthy promoting one’s health, however, the responsibility lays with us in passing this gardening method on to the next generation which I believe is so important.

We cannot afford to let this form of gardening die but continue to fan the flames through education that will allow this practice to continue to the next generation and generations to come becomes our very survival along with wildlife, beneficial insects, pollinators and our ecosystem is depending on us getting the word out. Pollinators play a major role in the creation and maintenance of our ecosystem which is so amazing.

How To Attract Bees To Your Garden

February 8, 2021October 26, 2020 by Norman

Attracting Bees to Your Organic Herb Garden

How To Atrcat Bees To Your Garden-bees-making-honey-comb — *Bee honeycomb*

You can have the best of both worlds by creating an organic herb garden that attracts bees. Going organic or starting an organic herb garden from your backyard is a great way to promote a healthy lifestyle.

Growing organically is catching like wildfire because of the many benefits that are involved. Many backyard gardens are either transformed or started to create a garden of this sort that benefits both us and other pollinators bees being among this group.

The life of a bee

How To Start An Indoor Organic Garden In And Apartment

January 13, 2021October 23, 2020 by Norman

A how-to Guide to Indoor Organic Gardening

How To Start An Indoor Organic Garden In And Apartment-basil-herb — *Basil herb*

More and more people are seeking ways to promote good health this is the reason why many backyard gardens are either been created or transformed in such ways to grow food crops in a healthy way. Even if you live in an apartment and desire to grow your food crops organically you are not alone and the good news is that limited space can also be turned into an organic garden.

But to have success a well-thought-out plan must be put in place that’s why we are here to guide you along the way to help you think outside of the box as you accomplish your goals of growing your very own indoor organic garden.

What is an organic garden?

Simply put an organic garden is a garden where food crops are grown naturally or without the use of synthetics (man-made chemicals). With these types of gardens, everything from the soil to the food crop is organic.

How To Make A Sustainable Garden

January 22, 2021October 21, 2020 by Norman

7 Effective Ways to Sustainable Gardening

How To Make A Sustainable Garden-plumeria-fragrant-flowers — *Plumeria fragrant flowers*

These days more and more people are getting involved on the great outdoors by working the soil in an effort to reap a good harvest whether it be growing food crops (fruits, vegetables, herbs) or growing a flower garden, or maybe a combination of both but whatever you’re deciding on growing one thing is for sure an that is making the most out of your time seeking to reap the rewards of your efforts.

Creating a sustainable garden can make this possible keeping you ahead of the game giving you great results but in order for this to happen a well-thought-out plan must be put in place. This plan or blueprint is the road map that will guide you in having much success with your garden.

Herb Garden Containers

January 15, 2021October 21, 2020 by Norman

Selecting the Right Containers to Grow Healthy Herbs

Herb Garden Containers-container-herbs — *Growing herbs in containers*

The use of container gardening makes it a lot easier when it comes to growing and maintaining plants. This method of gardening is great for anyone who may either not have the yard space or even the time to maintain a garden.

With container gardens, you can grow plants in the smallest of spaces even indoors if you prefer. What I love about container gardening is the low maintenance cost as far as money and time are concerned.

Herb Gardens For Beginners

January 15, 2021October 19, 2020 by Norman

7 Easy Herbs for Beginners to Grow at Home

Herb Gardens For Beginners-garlic — *Garlic herb*

Eating fresh and healthy should be our priority as we seek to promote and maintain our health. To often food crops are grown in such ways that can have a negative impact on our health but by growing our food crops from our home gardens is a great way not only to eat fresh and healthy but also to have an almost endless supply that will save us some extra cash which I believe is a win-win for us.

If your desire is to eat healthy and fresh with your harvest just a few steps away (herb garden) or at your fingertips then continue reading as you discover how easy it is to grow these 7 herbs from your home garden.

How To Make Organic Soil

May 21, 2022October 13, 2020 by Norman

Turning Your Backyard Garden soil into Organic

How To Make Organic Soil-seeds-sprouting — *Seeds Sprouting*

Backyard gardens are becoming more and more popular as many homeowners are seeing the need of finding ways to sustain themselves, especially during these times. Persons who would have never thought of growing a backyard garden are now getting their hands pleasantly dirty seeking to reap a good reward for their labor.

But as the need arises for more backyard gardens there is also the concern of growing food crops in such ways that will be of great benefit to our health. I believe if not all of us most of us are all too familiar with hearing stories of persons becoming ill because of food contamination.

These stories of food contamination have sparked such an interest in growing food crops in a much healthier way so if you’re interested in how this is done then continue reading.

How To Grow Organic Herbs

January 13, 2021October 9, 2020 by Norman

Growing Organic Herbs from Your Backyard Garden

How To Grow Organic Herbs-growing-herbs — *Growing Garlic*

Growing herbs from your backyard garden provide flavors that will enhance your favorite dishes providing freshness at your fingertips that’s a cutaway as you take a stroll in your backyard.

Besides enhancing the flavors of your foods garden herbs can also provide the needed nutrients along with its healing properties that make growing herbs a must and you can also save on your grocery bill. Yes, growing herbs from your backyard garden have all these benefits that make growing herbs a winner.

Fall Garden Tips

January 13, 2021October 6, 2020 by Norman

Fall Butterfly Garden Tips

The fall months are finally here, it is so amazing how time flies and before we can blink an eye winter will be here also with its chilly freezing months.

As the cold weather approaches butterflies like other wildlife will be looking for a place to overwinter because this is very crucial during this time of the year to ensure their survival.

Some places these garden beauties over winter include the soil or leaf litter at the pupa or larva stage, as adults hiding in tree bark, man-made structures, or the crevices of rocks.

To help butterflies prepare for this time of the year (fall) here are some helpful tips that have proven to be beneficial.

Top Dressing Lawn

January 13, 2021October 5, 2020 by Norman

How to Grow a Healthier Lawn

Top Dressing Lawn-a-well-maintain-lawn — *A well-maintained garden lawn*

Garden lawns are the pride and joy of many homeowners because a well-manicured lawn that’s growing nice and healthy does not only enhances the beauty of a property but increases its value as well.

I have both seen and worked on many beautiful lawns that were just breath-taking. My former place of employment had such lawns.

The landscape of this five-star resort was painted with beautiful flowering plants of various colors where the garden areas were graced with lush green grass which created a garden paradise in a tropical setting that gave a restful and relax feeling where there was a continual flow that brought the entire landscape together.

How To Grow Organic Vegetables

October 10, 2020October 1, 2020 by Norman

Growing and Eating Healthy from Your Garden

How To Grow Organic Vegetables-vegetables — *Vegetable Crops*

Organic gardening is making waves in so many home gardens as well as food that’s grown on a wider (farms) scale. The need to eat healthily is a growing concern as more people are becoming health-conscious and are aware of how food crops are grown.

So many backyards are now being started by organic farming and then there are some gardens that are being turned into an organic garden by ripping out those beautiful flower beds to make space for a garden such as this and as painful as this may be to some homeowners taking out a flower bed completely or at least a portion is a small price to pay to grow your very own food crops in a healthy way.

Growing Trees In Pots

January 12, 2021September 29, 2020 by Norman

Growing Trees and Shrubs in Pots

Growing Trees In Pots-a-lemon-tree — *A lemon Tree*

The use of container garden has become so popular, this way of gardening is being used to grow all sorts of plants from herbs to vegetables, ornamentals plants, etc… Though this method of gardening has its advantages there are some don’ts as well that govern having success with this garden type so continue reading to find out about container gardening in particular growing trees and shrubs.

What You Need to Know about Growing Trees and Shrubs in Pots

Gardening with the use of pots has become so popular because of the many benefits it offers including ease of gardening however, consideration should be taken especially when growing trees and shrubs because that little plant that you purchased from the plant nursery will not be small forever and before you know it you will have a plant that is extremely large and too big for the pot in which it was installed.

Garden Focal Point Images

January 22, 2021September 25, 2020 by Norman

The Advantage of Creating a Focal Point

Garden Focal Point Images-a-wagon-with-flowers — *Cart wagon with flowers*

Creating a focal point in a garden setting will bring a flow that ties the entire garden together. With a focal point however this is not the rule, but you can begin to design and construct your garden around that feature or plant.

I have been involved in many garden and interior plantscape projects where that feature, plant, or plant design brought that WOW. Now when seeking to create a focal point don’t overthink this process because it is very simple but yet has a pleasing effect.

As said a little earlier even though this is not written in stone you can construct your garden around your focal point or include your focal point while constructing your garden or when the garden is completed because you may not have thought of a focal point at that point until after the project is finished but try to avoid the latter and have your focal point at the onset of your garden design.

Flower Container Ideas For Full Sun

January 22, 2021September 24, 2020 by Norman

Creating a Container Rainbow Garden

Flower ContaineIdeas For Full sun-primeroses-in-flower-pots — *Primroses in flower pots*

One of my favorite ways of gardening is with the help of containers, this method of gardening is known as container gardening which is not new but has been around for some time.

There are many benefits to this type of gardening along with some challenges but the good news is the good outweighs the bad as long as you have the right knowledge you can have much success so with that said let’s take a closer look at container gardening.

Creating a colorful garden will bring much flavor along with interest to a garden area especially if green colors are dominating. By introducing colors into that sea of green can be used to your advantage to create a garden paradise.

Hard to Kill Houseplants

January 18, 2021September 19, 2020 by Norman

8 Hard to Kill Houseplant

Hard To Kill House Plant-spider-plant — *Spider Plant*

Bringing nature indoors is a great way to enjoy the beauty of garden plants that will add that much-needed flavor. I have seen first hand what indoor plants can do for the home environment working as an interior plantscape designer for many years.

Indoor plants will not only bring change but the mental and physical impact of indoor plants has so many benefits. I have heard many persons say they just can’t seem to keep their plant alive and then there are those who just haven’t got the time for plant care but desire to spruce up their interior with garden plants.

If one of the two describes you then stick around because you can still have success with growing indoor plants by choosing these favorites that are hard to kill.

How to Remove Sod

January 13, 2021September 17, 2020 by Norman

3 Ways to Successfully Remove Sod

How To Remove Sod-a-green-lawn — *A green lawn*

The use of sod within the landscapes and garden has become popular that many homeowners are investing in a well-maintained lawn helping to beautify their garden area.

But what if the need arises where a part of that sod is to be removed because of some project that must be taken care of. How do you successfully remove a part of that sod to be reused elsewhere because the last thing you want is to damage or destroy that piece of sod that you invested so much time and money in?

If this describes you and you are hesitant then you have come to the right place to successfully remove your sod so you can get on with your project.

Plant Garden Over Grass

January 12, 2021September 11, 2020 by Norman

Successfully Replacing Your Lawn with a Garden

Plant Garden Over Lawn-a-beautifully-maintained-lawn — *A beautifully maintained lawn*

Alright, I know that lawn area may be the pride and joy of your life because you have invested so much time and money so why shouldn’t you be proud as your hard work has paid off. A lawn can do a whole lot to increase a property’s value, I have seen lawns that appeared to be picture perfect with so much green and well-manicured.

Even though your lawn looks really polished you may be thinking of adding a garden but the challenge is your lawn has taken up all of that available space so the question is what do you do? while a well-maintained lawn has its place why not enhance the beauty of your lawn by making space for a garden adding flowering plants to create a garden oasis that says home sweet home.

How To Build A Raised Bed Herb Garden

January 15, 2021September 10, 2020 by Norman

Successfully Gowing Herbs in Hard Places

How to Build A Raised Bed Herb Garden-plant-box-raised-bed — *Plant box raised bed*

Raised bed gardens have gained much popularity because of the many benefits they offer. Constructing a raised bed garden will give you the opportunity of gardening in unfavorable conditions yet having much garden success.

The first time I was introduced to raise bed gardens was many years ago, I was impressed with what I saw because I never knew at that point that such gardening methods existed while growing plants.

If you have heard of this garden method before and would like to know how to construct such gardens along with the benefits these garden types offer you have come to the right place.

Dealing with Garden Burnout

January 12, 2021September 8, 2020 by Norman

Defeating the Garden Blues

Dealing With Garden Burnout-garden-tools — *Garden Tools*

I am sure if not most of us all of us at some point have had the garden blues, who would ever think working on the great outdoors in the midst of all that beauty connecting with nature can result in burnout. If the truth could be told despite the many benefits of working in our gardens we can experience burnout.

If that’s you and your desire is to bounce back from garden burnout then continue reading for ways to beat the garden blues so you can once again enjoy working outdoors making a major contribution to the environment and the ecosystem.

Using Coffee Grounds In The Garden

August 1, 2022September 4, 2020 by Norman

Gardening Made Better with Coffee Grounds

Using Coffee Ground In the Garden-coffee-ground — *Coffee Ground*

A hot beverage that starts the morning right which so many people enjoy is a nice cup of coffee. The aroma of a fresh brew of coffee will excite your taste buds as you have a cup satisfying the soul.

But after you have finished drinking that fresh brew of coffee why throw away the grounds when your garden plants can benefit from this natural organic that has proven to work wonders?

Coffee grounds are a gardener’s gold so why trash the gold when this treasure can be used to promote the health of your garden plants?

Using Ice Cubes to Water Orchids

January 18, 2021September 2, 2020 by Norman

Giving Your Orchid Plants a Chilling Experience

Using Ice Cubes To Water Orchids-orchid-plants — *Beautiful orchid plants*

One of the challenges that many persons face is giving their plants the right amount of water whether watering plants that are directly grown in the ground or from containers many plants have suffered at the hands of those who are inexperienced.

Water is one of the key components to the survival of garden plants but if applied incorrectly such as under or overwatering can cause issues. I have heard statements over the years by persons saying they killed their plant either by giving too much water or just not having a green thumb.

If you’ve had this experience and would love to keep your plants looking as beautiful growing healthy just as you first brought them from your plant nursery then continue reading.

Common Landscaping Mistakes

June 21, 2022August 31, 2020 by Norman

8 Landscaping Mistakes and how to Avoid Them

Common Landscaping Mistakes-a-well-designed-landscape — *A beautiful landscape design*

Every homeowner who desires to create a garden can have much success from the very start but too often because of a lack of experience and planning many have made mistakes bringing frustration and wondering where they went wrong.

These mistakes cost them their time and hard-earned dollars. The good news however is these mistakes can be avoided with the right information.

If your desire is to have a good headstart from the very start for your garden project then continue reading because what you don’t want is to waste your time and money.

Creating A Backyard Oasis

January 22, 2021August 28, 2020 by Norman

10 Ideas to Spruce Up Your Backyard Living Space

Creating A Backyard Oasis-a-fish-pond — *A fish pond*

There is an old say that “a man’s home is his castle” which I believe includes the outdoor living space as well. To often I have seen yards with so much potential but because of a lack of vision by the homeowner that living space was wasted with nothing but overgrown plants, weeds, and other debris.

Thinking outside of the box, however, can turn that run down backyard into a garden oasis creating interest that says home sweet home where the homeowner can kick back and relax in his garden paradise enjoying the comforts of a private setting connecting with nature in an environment that is pleasing and inviting.