I found the bulbs, that became the flowers in the picture, tossed unto a garbage pile at the community garden. Taking a chance I planted them at one end of my community garden plot where they flourished.
Houseplants add beauty and colour to a room, can be a fascinating hobby and can make great gifts. Most houseplants are easy to maintain. Place them properly and pay attention to their needs, they will
Experimenting with the possibilities a smartphone offers. I love my DSLR camera but the smartphone fits in a pocket and can be with me, easily, wherever I go. Also apps, like Sketchcamera and Layout offer
Inspiration does not just show up. It is already all around you. What happens when we become inspired or that light bulb goes on is that we suddenly become aware of that which was sitting there simply
Water is a vital component for sound plant health. Either too much or too little water will impact the garden’s yield. Water early in the morning or after sunset in the evening. Let the water sink in,
Today, I was flipping through an Oprah magazine from January this year. Our neighbour had dropped it off with a few other magazines and I was curious. At the back of the magazine is Oprah's column, "What
My approach to growing has changed. As I discover more about the importance of native plants to local ecosystems, I know I need to add them to any garden I create, ideally, aside from any vegetables, I
The wind has shifted. Still strong and very March-like, but slightly warmer. Daylight savings time makes the evening sunnier. Spring is near, though the snow still lays heavy on the ground, little rivers
Tar spot is a common, visually distinctive and fungal leaf spot disease. Tar spot can affect many species of maple including big leaf, mountain, red, Rocky mountain, sugar, and sycamore maple. If a maple
Let's start with a look at the butterfly. Adult butterflies and moths have mouthparts that are shaped into a long, coiled tube. Butterflies feed on liquids (nectar) and they get all their food through
Are you an American? Do You have a student loan? If you are a Netflix subscriber, then check this out. Since the election of Donald Trump, as President of the United States, stand up comedy and talk show
A school garden is a garden on the school property. It may be a flower garden or a vegetable garden or both. The choice is up to the people who plant and tend the garden; the students with guidance and