Hügelkultur is a word that comes from German and means mound culture or hill culture. This is a practice that has existed both in German and Eastern Europe societies for hundreds of years. The concept was further developed by Sepp Holzer, who is an expert in permaculture, in his book Sepp Holzer’s Permaculture: A Practical […]
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Growing Anemones Inside and Outside: A Comprehensive Guide
Legend has it that anemones can predict rain. When their petals close, you better prepare because storm is coming. Anemones are also called ‘wind flowers’ and are associated with the love between Adonis and Aphrodite in Greek mythology. Today we are going to find out more about growing anemones in your own garden, if you’ve […]
How to Care for a Peace Lily Indoors: The Best Growing Guide
Peace lilies are one of the most popular houseplants. They are very easy to grow, and they usually grow between 16 inches and 6 feet tall. The tropical plant can also help you with purifying the air, since it breaks down and neutralizes toxic gases (such as formaldehyde and carbon monoxide). Today we are going […]
Everything You Need to Know About DIY Vertical Gardening
The trend of vertical gardening has only really come into its own within the last few years. Gardening upwards is a style long linked to those living in the urban jungle who had balconies but still wanted to garden. Now, it’s used in homes all over the globe, including those who have smaller gardens that […]
The Ins and Outs of Growing Radishes in a Garden
Of all the types of vegetables, radishes are one of the easiest vegetables to grow. Usually, 75 percent of seeds in a packet will germinate. It takes only three to five days for radishes to germinate, and they will sprout at temperatures as low as 40 degrees and as high as 85 degrees. Because of […]
The Ins and Outs of Winter Gardening – What You Need to Know
A lot of people find gardening to be a relaxing chore. Pulling the weeds, caring for the crops, and being outside is like a therapy for many people. But what do you do during the cold months? During the winter, gardeners often shut down their garden and wait until it is spring again before they […]