The Case for Having Frogs and Toads in the Garden Frogs and toads are amphibious hopping, croaking bug-eating critters that are of great value to any yard or garden. Frogs have smooth, sometimes slimy skin that is near the green and yellow-green area of the color spectrum. Toads have bumpy dry skin and are generally … Read more
There is some evidence that magnets can actually enhance the growth and yield of many plants. There are several ways exposure to magnetic fields may affect plant development. Sunlight, water and nutrients are the 3 primary requirements of plant development. Magnets will not help much with sunlight, but they can help with the uptake of … Read more
If you’re ready to fill your home with plants, but you feel unsure if the growing conditions are right in your space, it’s worth considering an indoor greenhouse for your apartment. Greenhouses come in all shapes and feature a wide selection of materials so you can find the right one for your needs that also … Read more
How Honey Works as a Rooting Agent Raw Honey straight out of the Bees butt is about as natural as it gets. In addition to its to culinary attributes, pure Honey has anti-fungal and antiseptic qualities and also contains enzymes which serve gardeners well as a rooting agent for propagating cuttings. The natural sugars the … Read more
Raised bed gardening is one of the most enjoyable forms of gardening there is. It is incredibly convenient, yet still fulfilling. You’ll have far less weeding to do, you have total control of your soil, and best of all, you can do it for cheap. However, before you get started, you’ll need to find the … Read more
Koi ponds are a beautiful addition to your home’s landscaping, but contrary to what you might think, they’re not always easy to care for! Like any other animal, the koi in your pond need specialized care and attention. Cleaning their pond and keeping it sanitary will make up a large part of your koi ownership. … Read more
Salt is a crucial part of the pickling process. It works in combination with an acidic liquid (usually vinegar or apple cider) to create an environment that is inhospitable to bacteria. Adding salt also improves the flavor of the pickled foods that you create. But is pickling actually salt safe to eat? Does pickling salt … Read more
The culinary attributes of Cinnamon are well noted, it’s a great flavoring for a multitude of recipes. What is not well noted is it’s usefulness in the garden. The Cinnamon that we know from our kitchens is derived from tree bark – you guessed it, the cinnamon tree. To the more scientifically astute cinnamon trees … Read more
Sodium Bicarbonate, commonly known as Baking Soda works well as an efficient and cost effective fungicide and insecticide. It is actually registered with the EPA for use against certain plant fungi, powdery mildew. Sprinkled near the base of plants it will kill and or deter slugs and cutworms, it is also useful against roaches and … Read more
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