Garden and greenhouse owners who love to cook what they grow can still cultivate herbs throughout winter. According to Organic Authority, it is easy to bring outdoor herbs indoors for the colder months. The online resource had a number of tips for those planning to continue growing their herbs, including locating them in the kitchen […]
Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been given some advice on how best to protect their plants from the cold. With the winter frosts coming in earlier than usual this year, Tampa Bay Online has suggested that growers might wish to cover up their more vulnerable species. Using a bed sheet, it is possible to create […]
While some areas of the US are too cold to grow anything during December and January, Florida garden and greenhouse owners can cultivate tasty crops of vegetables. According to NaplesNews.com, now is the time to plant both annuals and vegetables in south Florida, with even those who own just a tiny patch able to enjoy […]
With garden and greenhouse enthusiasts having to move their activities indoors out of the snow and icy cold, growers have been given some tips on how to care for houseplants. According to the Memphis Commercial Appeal, now is a good time to check houseplants for signs of damage or insects. As well as examining existing […]
While garden and greenhouse owners living in warmer parts of the US may not expect snow over the festive period, they can still enjoy a white Christmas. According to HattiesburgAmerica.com, growers can create a "winter wonderland with white blooms and spruce". The online resource recommended a number of white winter plants that can be used […]
I live with a family of non-gardeners. As the holiday time approaches, I can see my husband and grown children looking at me speculatively, gift-buying puzzlement in their eyes “What shall I get her that she’ ll really like?” So this year, instead of making them guess, I’m sharing my wish list. And I hope […]
Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts who wish to save money by growing their own produce have been given some useful tips. Reuters explained that those cultivating fruit and vegetables will benefit by composting, even if they only do it a little. Growing exotic foods that are expensive at the supermarket is wiser than putting your efforts […]
Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts often wish to make environmentally-friendly decisions regarding what they do in their home. As such, Americans have been given some advice on choosing a beautiful Christmas tree that comes from a responsible source. The Ridgewood Patch urged north Jersey residents to think about what kind of tree suits their lifestyle and […]
Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been encouraged to prepare their outdoor space for winter before the first snow falls. According to the News Sentinel, it is important to get tasks completed before the first whiteout. It had a number of tips for horticulture lovers looking to prepare for winter, including encouraging them to gather up […]
Downsizing the lawn might be a good idea for garden and greenhouse experts looking to create extra growing space and reduce the effort they have to put in to keep their grass looking great. According to the Times Standard, cutting the size of the lawn by between 20 and 30 per cent can make a […]
With the winter having put paid to most gardeners' outdoor activities, it may be time to start thinking about what you can grow inside. The Chattanooga Times Free Press recently provided some advice on indoor container gardening. It spoke to Garden Gallery owner Linda Geinosky, who gave her tips on creating an indoor oasis of […]
Californian garden and greenhouse enthusiasts were recently able to get tips on how to grow plants that are kind to the environment. According to the Mount Helix Patch, the Water Smart Gardening Festival took place at the Water Conservation Garden on Saturday (November 13th) and saw visitors given tips on a number of horticultural issues. […]
