Unusual plant pots can make a different and eye catching features. These old steel capped boots should have had holes in the soles and the alpines are a good choice of plants for this display. I like the moss beginning to grow on the right boot, I bet the old gardener didn’t let the grass grow under his feet. Old gardening equipment can be recycled and called into service for a second time. An anodized watering can can be suspended…
Compost in Autumn has more brown than green content and it tends to be slower to heat up to a good rotting temperature. These composting tips take the season in to account with at least ten good gardener’s tips.
Avoiding fungal disease is better than cure and this is very true of mildew
A compost heap is an excellent way of recycling dead plant material and generating the best possible soil fertiliser. A good compost heap also gives a feeling of satisfaction because it helps the gardener to become part of the natural cycle of growth, decay and regeneration. Using a compost heap will also save many unnecessary trips to the local tip. See also: Benefits of Composting How To Make a Good Compost Heap The Compost Bin A compost bin should be…
Thrive is a national charity that helps people with a disability to start or continue gardening. They have specific assistance for wheelchair users, those recuperating from heart disease or strokes and many other tips and assistance. I am indebted to them for these tips and ideas that we can all learn from. Tips on Garden Design for all Disabled Gardeners Garden layout can make a real difference to how you enjoy gardening. Depending on your disability, it might be easier…
Dirty great clumps of greenfly can infest your Lupins. Lupins can be grown from the seed you collect. If buying a potted plant see what the colour and spike is like before you buy. A good plant will last several years with little fungal problems. If you want a second flush of flowers it is best to dead head the spires of blossom. Deadheading saves energy in the plant. Lupin Problems and Treatments Slugs like the tender shoots and snails…
Three years ago this was how my compost heap looked. Today I restarted the job of spreading the good stuff 2013 in my veg garden. My arms and back ache as I have spent most of today’s daylight hours emptying a compost heap. Not before time my wife thinks when she sees the other heap (below). Even with ‘greedy boards’ to hold extra compostables the heap is too high. The last grass clippings of the season won’t fit even though…
Clean up your pond weed with one of these tricks or tools. See how nature uses ponds to grow greenery even oif you do not want it in your pond.
Homemade compost has lots of uses for the keen gardener and you may find you can’t create enough. That is no excuse for not composting as much as you can then putting what you creatae to good use!
A well made compost heap has various benefits for both the environment and your own garden. Compost heaps are relatively easy to make and a well made heap gives a personal sense of satisfaction. Main benefits of a compost heap. Saves Taking Garden and Kitchen Refuse to Landfill. This will save you time, but also help the environment by reducing strain on landfill sites. You also save petrol and time of taking garden rubbish to local tip. Provides Excellent Organic…