Soil is the foundation of every healthy living plant. Without rich soil, there is little chance for plants to grow to their full potential. Nature is the master composter, decomposing fallen leaves, broken branches, and dead animals slowly and surely into humus - the dark top … [Read more...] about The Right Composting Ingredients and Items You Should Never Compost
What is Potting Soil and How to Make a Good Potting Mix
Potting soil is that soil that you add to the pots for seeding or transplanting your plants. There are a number of potting mixes available in the market today, but they can be expensive and therefore not ideal for purchase. Plus, you never know what goes into those mixes and if … [Read more...] about What is Potting Soil and How to Make a Good Potting Mix
20 Plants For Beginners to Grow in Their Terrace Garden
As a gardening enthusiast, I’d love to grow every possible plant in my garden, whether its herbs, vegetables, flowering shrubs, ornamental plants or trees. I want it all. But if you are a beginner, taking your first steps to setting up your terrace garden, you’ll have to pick and … [Read more...] about 20 Plants For Beginners to Grow in Their Terrace Garden
Common Gardening Mistakes To Avoid When Container Gardening
Let’s face it! Gardening doesn’t look like a complicated job. You drop the seeds in the soil, water them regularly and when they start to grow, you nourish them with fertilizers. All the books, web articles and neighborly chit chat will tell you that. But when you really start … [Read more...] about Common Gardening Mistakes To Avoid When Container Gardening
Tips for Newbie Gardeners Planning to Setup a Terrace Garden
Whether you watched your neighbour setup a beautiful terrace garden and want one yourself, or you’ve become more environmentally conscious and want to set up your own garden, terrace gardening is a great option that can give you immense satisfaction. If however, thoughts of … [Read more...] about Tips for Newbie Gardeners Planning to Setup a Terrace Garden