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Gardening

Growing mushroom kits

by Mike on March 2, 2010

Mushroom kits have become so popular for their versatility. We want to grow our own instead of buying it from the store. So, the mushroom kit is like a half-way measure. Mushroom spores cannot be sold in packets like other vegetables seed. So you have to purchase the mushroom kits which contain semi-unprocessed state of [...]

Caring for a Geranium plant

by Mike on February 16, 2010

A Geranium is a diverse type of plant with various types which can be grown in a range of conditions such as from full sun to shade environment. The Geranium plant comes with variety colours like pink, blue, white, and purple. It usually blooms in the middle of summer time and there are some species [...]

Caring for a bromeliad plant

by Mike on February 16, 2010

If you like tropical plant that needs very little care then the Bromeliads is a good choice because the plants are part of the pineapple family, comes with variety of colours and also provides spectacular kind during its full bloom. Below are some of the steps that you can do in order to care for [...]

In order for you to rescue your dying plant which in the end saves you in terms of money and help keep your garden to flourish; you need to have some basic knowledge on keeping your plant healthy and also how to take good care of them. It does not matter if you do constant [...]

Repotting plants the easy way

by Mike on February 15, 2010

In order to repot your favorite plants, you need to have the knowledge because if you are not doing it properly, you may likely lose your plant. Whenever your plants become pot bound, the plant’s roots will fill up the entire pot and it will not be having enough soil to hold any water for [...]

Caring for your gardenia plant

by Mike on February 14, 2010

The gardenia plant is a beautiful plant especially when it is in full bloom and you managed to ensure that its condition is always a good and perfect condition. The plant not only comes with beautiful flowers but also provides magnificent fragrance during flowering and when it is fully blossomed. Depending on the climate, the [...]

Building a formal entrance garden

by Mike on February 12, 2010

You don’t have to be in Versailles to have a beautiful formal entrance garden to welcome visitors. If you have small garden entrance, it might not seem to offer much scope for an extended symmetrical arrangement. However, a small standard tree in a square bed can make a charming formal front garden. Here are methods [...]

Having brick edging around the garden and lawn areas is both attractive and functional. You can choose an almost endless variety of earthy brick colors will enhance your greenery and simplify mowing and trimming chores. You can build your own brick edging by yourself and perhaps this project will be the easiest of all outdoor [...]

What makes a good taste? It doesn’t have to be a liking for metal over wood or wood over plastics. It’s a matter of personal taste, and is not that necessarily bad or good. For example, if you are going to have series of bookcases in your home, they should be all the same design. [...]

Growing snap peas

by Mike on February 7, 2010

Fancy of having your own vining vegetable in your garden? Why not try to grow garden peas or snap peas. The snap peas are one of the earliest and the easiest vegetables that grow in the garden. Start to impress your family and friends by starting your own garden grown snap peas for salad and [...]

Growing plug plants

by Mike on February 7, 2010

Plug plants usually are used in seasonal garden and landscape design. This plant can add significant personal value to the time you have to spend outdoors. It will also provide a quick start to your personal gardening goals. Generally, a plug plant will look like the plant species that you are looking for which is [...]

Growing Mushrooms at Home

by Mike on February 7, 2010

Growing your own mushroom at home is easy and not as difficult as you think. Mushrooms can be a rewarding project because of the multitude usage of it. Generally, the common mushroom such as the Agaricus species can grow easily on compost, held in bags, trays, and boxes or raised beds. Here are the methods [...]

Growing your own sugar snap peas

by Mike on February 5, 2010

If you are tired of looking snap peas in the frozen food section of the supermarket, don’t whine! Why not try to grow them instead? You will realize that if you grow your own sugar snap peas, they taste even better! The only trouble you have to face is where and how to get started. [...]

Tips on growing mushrooms

by Mike on February 5, 2010

Mushrooms are among the most sought after and popular vegetable to be used in many dishes. You can make it for soup, stew, fried, braised or anything you can think of for cooking. But, mushrooms can be quite expensive at the grocery store. The economical alternative that you can do and it’s not as hard [...]

Building a garden entrance

by Mike on February 5, 2010

Entering a garden is always been a wonderful experience, but often the garden entrance can leave little to be desired. In many cases, the entrance to the garden can be understated or completely unrecognizable. Sometimes, you don’t need an entrance to your garden but we often expect to see some delineation between what is and [...]

Ways to water your potted plants properly

by Mike on February 5, 2010

It is crucial to water your plants in your pots properly to have the plants perform at their best. Once you get more experience on understating when and how much to water, it will become easy just by the snap of your fingers. However, if you are a starter in planting, watering could be a [...]

Growing Mushrooms

by Mike on February 4, 2010

Stir fry, sear, make into soup or even tinned. Mushroom is a type of edible fungus which is popular in each culinary almost entire world. The variety and versatility of mushroom has made them to be produced in mass production. Although, you can buy mushroom in any local store or weekend market, it is not [...]

Growing Snap Peas in your Garden

by Mike on February 3, 2010

When you are growing your own snap peas in your own garden, what you will receive are fresh snap peas that are both amazingly healthy and taste much better. The snap peas grow best during cold weather and moist growing conditions. You can grow your own snap peas garden within your home area. This is [...]

Growing indoor mushroom kit

by Mike on February 3, 2010

Indoor mushroom kit can help you to produce home grown mushroom supply for all year round even during winter time. The best thing that you won’t need a big space, hence the name ‘indoor mushroom kit’ which means that it can be done inside your home. Mushrooms can get into any dish used in any [...]

Watering your potted plants

by Mike on February 1, 2010

Potted plants require regular watering because of their restricted environment. The watering level for each potted plants are different according to their size and type of plant, pot and its location. If you are growing cactus or water loving bamboo, you need to allow the top 1/3 of the soil to dry slightly before watering. [...]

Building garden edges and raised beds

by Mike on February 1, 2010

Whether it is flat or raised, garden edges are usually used to contain garden beds. They are also an integral part of the garden landscape and should be planned accordingly. To begin the project, you have to draw a detailed plan of your house and land. Each line that you draw will require some form [...]

Protecting your plants in Winter

by Mike on December 26, 2009

The snow covering your garden maybe is a nice view to look at during the winter but as the temperature drops, the snow, frost and waterlogged soil will become major killers of most of the tender plants or dormant plants. The protections that you need to give to your plants definitely depend on the weather [...]

The Ideal Christmas Lunch

by Mike on December 21, 2009

Smoke Salmon Terrine - www.flickr.com [Desktop Resolution]

One of an ideal menu that should be prepared during the Christmas lunch is the Smoke Salmon Terrine which is a simple lunch menu to prepare during Christmas day along with roast potatoes. The combination of the mentioned menu will definitely bring in an added joy to your lunch gathering during Christmas celebration.

What you need:

500g [...]

The Ideal Christmas Breakfast

by Mike on December 21, 2009

Cinnamon and raisin fruit loaf - www.flickr.com [Desktop Resolution]

One of an ideal menu that should be prepared during the Christmas breakfast is the Cinnamon and raisin fruit loaf which is a simple breakfast menu to prepare during Christmas morning along with croissants or eggs and muffins. The combination of the mentioned menu will definitely brings in an added joy to your breakfast during [...]

The Ideal Christmas Dinner

by Mike on December 21, 2009

Beef Tenderloin [Desktop Resolution]

One of an ideal menu that should be prepared during the Christmas dinner is Beef tenderloin combined with good quality side dishes such as balsamic roasted Brussels sprouts, potato gratin with regular potatoes, sweet potatoes, and a simple salad. The combination of the mentioned menu will definitely bring in an added joy to the Christmas [...]