In wintertime, the greenhouse is in its glory with colorful and glowing plants. It takes good care—water, heat and light—for these greenhouse beauties to survive. But just beyond the glass, the landscape stretches in patterns of gray and brown, every branch and drooping evergreen leaf outlined in a thin casing of ice. What mechanisms make […]
A gardening expert has urged greenhouse owners and horticulture fans to learn from last year‘s trials and tribulations and use the experience to improve their crops in 2010. Harbour Garden Centre owner Tim Lamprey told readers of the Newbury Port Daily News that tomato growers may have experienced tough times over the past 12 months. […]
As we step into the new year, celebrate the transition with an early dose of spring by “forcing” some winter branches or dormant bulbs. (Not as violent as it sounds, forcing simply means encouraging plants to believe it is a different time of year—in this case, not winter—so that they bloom.) A sunny January day […]
Garden and greenhouse activities can be good for your health, it has been claimed. According to kfsm.com, there are fitness benefits to be had by working the land and making a little extra effort to improve your green space. The online resource included gardening in a list of everyday tasks that can help contribute towards […]
Raking leaves, weeding garden beds and pruning shrubs are among the most common New Year‘s resolutions for American gardeners, it has been reported. While the cold weather means that many gardening enthusiasts won‘t be getting their tools out for some weeks, most have already thought about the year ahead. According to an informal study carried […]
Michelle Obama‘s kitchen garden at the White House is set to have its growing season extended by implementing some savvy techniques. The first lady made history earlier this year by breaking ground on the first food-growing project at the Pennsylvania Avenue address since the war-time victory garden. Now, the Obamas are set to continue getting […]
Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts who are spending their downtime over the festive period looking for things to enhance their green space may be interested in CornerstoneYardAndGarden.com. Founded by Wyoming native Debra Yeik, the site includes a range of decorations for the garden, as well as hints and tips on specific techniques. Ms Yeik started the […]
Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been given a number of December tips to help get the most out of their green space over the next 12 months. According to the Celina Record, salvias, Mexican bush sage, cigar plants and other frozen perennials should be cut back to around four or five inches from the earth […]
Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been urged to try container gardening as it provides flexibility and can be an excellent source of gifts. According to news-journalonline.com, a class on the issue was recently held by Florida master gardener Liz Morrison at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park. The expert gave the news provider a number of […]
Garden and greenhouse fans who wish to attract birds to their garden have been given some advice by a Washington newspaper. Our feathered friends tend to struggle for food and water during the winter months, so this is likely to be the biggest attraction to your green space, the Wenatchee World revealed. Using an electric […]
Garden and greenhouse lovers have been advised to think carefully about what type of Christmas tree they choose and how they will deal with it after the festive period. Some opt for artificial trees, while others prefer the real thing, but the Sun News has suggested that those who opt for real specimens should either […]
If holiday gifts are on your mind, these suggestions may help with the gardening recipients on your list. Or perhaps, like me, you’ll add a few of these items to your personal wish list. Globally, gardening as a pastime is enjoying an all-time high in popularity; new gardeners sprout every day. The Curious Gardener’s Almanac […]
